About Chopped Junior

The American reality-based cooking television series, Chopped Junior, was released in 2015 as a spin-off of the popular Food Network show, 'Chopped'. In this exciting show, aspiring young cooks compete against each other in a high-pressure, time-limited challenge, where they must create delectable dishes using a basket of mystery ingredients. With three rounds: Appetizer, Entree, and Dessert, the one who concocts the most delicious and imaginative dishes advances, while others face the chopping block.

Making / Production

The show is produced by Notional and airs on the Food Network. Linda Lea is the executive producer and Dave Noll is the creative director. Its production quality is excellent, in line with professional culinary shows, featuring a panel of celebrity judges, professional chefs, and food connoisseurs.

Actors

• Ted Allen - Host: As the official host of the show, Ted introduces the young chefs, explains the rules of the competition and provides commentary.
• Guest Judges: The guest judges, who are often renowned chefs or culinary celebrities, offer critiques and feedback on the dishes and ultimately decide who gets chopped from the competition.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The youngest competitor ever on Chopped Junior was 8 years old.
• The mystery basket ingredients are decided by the producers and the culinary department, they often include unusual and difficult-to-work-with ingredients.
• The chefs not only need cooking skills but also have to strategize to beat the clock.

Quotes

• “Always taste your food before serving it.” - Ted Allen
• “It's not about the mistake, it's how you correct it.” - Guest Judge

Music, Soundtrack

• The show uses a tension-filled, dramatic soundtrack matching the high-stakes, nerve-wracking culinary competition.
• 'Chopped' theme song which is also used in Chopped Junior, was composed by J. Ralph, an American producer, musician and composer.