Chuck's Day Off

Chuck's cooking for his mentors who are also his competition! RECIPES FROM THIS EPISODE: Chinatown Oysters Quail and Egg on Creamed Spinach Rib Steak and Asparagus

After a long week at the restaurant, Chuck cooks for his little cousins. RECIPES FROM THIS EPISODE: Chicken Nuggets Chuck's Awesome Poutine Orange Creamsicles Homemade Pickled Veggies

After a hard week, Chuck thanks the wait staff by serving them for a change. RECIPES FROM THIS EPISODE: Grandma's Homemade Ketchup Red Velvet Cupcakes Vegetarian Shepherd's Pie

Chuck prepares a special meal for the cops in his neighborhood. RECIPES FROM THIS EPISODE: Doughnut Extravaganza Peach and Blue Cheese Salad Portuguese Chicken with Chorizo and Clams

The most important place in the restaurant is the kitchen. This week was a really hard and the kitchen staff was really pushed to their limits. Today is the day to reconnect. RECIPES FROM THIS EPISODE: Crab Salad Stuffed Potato Skins Root Vegetable Mash The Legendary Turducken

Theo and in-house wine guru, Jess, have a tasting and Chuck puts together some treats for them both. RECIPES FROM THIS EPISODE: Classic Greek Baklava Spinach and Lemon Risotto Greek Salad with Popcorn Cheese

Some foods, like Truffles, intimidate people. People love them to try them at the restaurant, but at home? Hold up! RECIPES FROM THIS EPISODE: Chicken Supreme with Truffle and Sage Chocolate Truffles Mushroom and Cheese Brioche Oven-Roasted Jerusalem Artichokes Truffle Butter

Every week a brand new set of perfectly sharpened knives gets dropped off, so today I’ve decided to have some food ready for "the knife guy" to eat. RECIPES FROM THIS EPISODE: Brisket Sandwich Classic Onion Rings Endive and Grape Salad with Pear Vinaigrette

Music is a major part of the experience at the restaurant, so Chuck's invited the DJs down and in exchange for some eats. RECIPES FROM THIS EPISODE: Black Macarons Cauliflower and Arugula Salad Lobster Fettuccine

Bread is a small thing that makes a big difference when eating at a restaurant, so Chuck is cooking for the bread guy today. RECIPES FROM THIS EPISODE: Braised Port Lamb Shanks Peanut Butter and Jelly Foie Gras Sponge Toffee Tarte-Tatin: Tatin Pie

Chuck cooks the locksmiths a meal after they helped him unlock his restaurant. RECIPES FROM THIS EPISODE: Candy Bar Ganache Rice Pudding Mussels with Bacon and Rapini Not-Just-For-Breakfast Smashbrowns Stuffed Lamb Shoulder with Garlic Sauce

Chuck cooks for the local concierges who send in a lot of clients. RECIPES FROM THIS EPISODE: Flank Steak Salad with Jalapeno Poppers Jerk Crab Lentil and Goats Cheese Crostini

Chuck cooks up something special for Dans La Rue a charity which helps street kids get back on their feet. RECIPES FROM THIS EPISODE: Chocolate Raspberry Cake Filet of Sole on Barley and Veg with Grainy Mustard Sauce Roasted Garlic Soup and Artichoke Croutons