Aired Wednesday May 13, 9:30pm - 11:00pmon WUSA-DT

America's Culinary Cup

Season 1 Episode 11: Million-Dollar Menu

Sixteen of the nation's most talented chefs step into Padma Lakshmi's fiercely competitive arena, each bringing their unique flair and signature dishes to the table -- with $1 million on the line, the battle for culinary supremacy begins. Chefs must rise to the challenge or crumble under the heat.

Category
Cooking / Competition reality
Original air date
05/13/2026
Cast and crew
  • Padma LakshmiHost
  • Michael CimarustiJudge
  • Wylie DufresneJudge
  • Kim AlterContestant
  • Katie ButtonContestant
  • Keith CorbinContestant
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