The WORST episodes of Selena + Chef

Every episode of Selena + Chef ever, ranked from worst to best by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The worst episodes of Selena + Chef!

Since social distancing at home, Selena Gomez has been spending more time in the kitchen than she ever imagined. But despite her many talents, it remains to be seen if cooking is one of them. In each episode, Selena will be joined remotely by a different master chef.

Last Updated: 12/14/2024Network: HBO MaxStatus: Continuing
Selena + DeVonn Francis
star
6.45
11 votes

#1 - Selena + DeVonn Francis

Season 4 - Episode 3 - Aired 8/18/2022

Artist, activist, and chef DeVonn Francis guides Selena through an elevated Jamaican meal of torched banana cake and banana leaf roasted snapper – but will her first kitchen injury and an attempt at opening a coconut derail the meal?

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Selena + Kelis Rogers
star
6.46
13 votes

#2 - Selena + Kelis Rogers

Season 2 - Episode 5 - Aired 1/28/2021

Singer/songwriter, cookbook author, and classically trained chef Kelis Rogers dials-in from her sustainable farm in Temecula, CA to introduce Selena to a decadent oxtail yuca poutine recipe and a quick 'n easy fruit buckle.

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Selena + Padma Lakshmi
star
6.62
13 votes

#3 - Selena + Padma Lakshmi

Season 3 - Episode 6 - Aired 11/4/2021

Renowned food expert Padma Lakshmi treats Selena’s crew to a south Indian style ladies’ brunch, complete with sweet ‘n’ sour shrimp curry, coconut rice, and – because brunch would be nothing without a yummy drink – homemade masala chai.

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Selena + Marcus Samuelsson
star
6.93
15 votes

#4 - Selena + Marcus Samuelsson

Season 2 - Episode 4 - Aired 1/28/2021

Internationally acclaimed chef, restaurant owner, and bestselling author Marcus Samuelsson coaches Selena through a heartwarming salmon dish (and her fear of fish guts).

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Selena + Ayesha Curry
star
7.06
16 votes

#5 - Selena + Ayesha Curry

Season 3 - Episode 2 - Aired 10/28/2021

Bestselling cookbook author Ayesha Curry teaches superfan Selena how to make the ultimate game day watch party spread of hot honey chicken sandwiches, sweet chili chickpeas, and prosciutto wrapped dates.

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Selena + Nick DiGiovanni
star
7.09
11 votes

#6 - Selena + Nick DiGiovanni

Season 4 - Episode 5 - Aired 8/25/2022

Social media cooking star Nick DiGiovanni challenges Selena to create homemade pesto pasta served inside an 80-pound cheese wheel – but only after she enlists Papa’s help getting it from the front door to her kitchen.

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Selena + Marcela Valladolid
star
7.13
16 votes

#7 - Selena + Marcela Valladolid

Season 2 - Episode 7 - Aired 2/4/2021

On a mission to demystify a traditional mole recipe, chef and author Marcela Valladolid helps Selena connect to her Mexican roots with shredded chicken mole enchiladas.

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Selena + Priya Krishna
star
7.14
7 votes

#8 - Selena + Priya Krishna

Season 4 - Episode 8 - Aired 9/1/2022

Food journalist, cookbook author, and YouTube personality Priya Krishna guides Selena through an easy and delicious “Indian-ish” lunch of Dahi toast with cilantro chutney, a veggie-filled Kachumber, and refreshing Shikanji.

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Selena + Candice Kumai
star
7.16
37 votes

#9 - Selena + Candice Kumai

Season 1 - Episode 3 - Aired 8/13/2020

“Golden girl of wellness” Candice Kumai heats up Selena’s kitchen with her Japanese grandmother’s special spicy miso ramen recipe, infused with a health-forward California twist. Next, while they talk girl power, boys, and finding love in quarantine, Selena tries not to burn dessert: matcha chocolate chip cookies.

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Selena + Kwame Onwuachi
star
7.23
13 votes

#10 - Selena + Kwame Onwuachi

Season 3 - Episode 1 - Aired 10/28/2021

Sparks fly in James Beard Award winner Kwame Onwuachi’s stress-free virtual kitchen as he introduces Selena to traditional Nigerian food – jollof rice, chicken in red stew, and fried plantains – for Sunday supper.

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Selena + Rachael Ray
star
7.25
12 votes

#11 - Selena + Rachael Ray

Season 4 - Episode 4 - Aired 8/25/2022

Emmy Award-winning television icon Rachael Ray helps Selena treat her Nana and Papa to a delicious date night meal of beer battered fish and elote salad, complete with a Michelada prepared by Rachael’s husband, John.

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Selena + Fabio Viviani
star
7.25
12 votes

#12 - Selena + Fabio Viviani

Season 3 - Episode 4 - Aired 11/4/2021

Ambassador of Italian cuisine Fabio Viviani joins Selena for a carb-fest filled with his signature pan pizza, focaccia, and tomato jam on toast – the perfect spread for game night at Selena’s!

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Selena + JJ Johnson
star
7.28
18 votes

#13 - Selena + JJ Johnson

Season 2 - Episode 2 - Aired 1/21/2021

James Beard Award-winning author, chef, and humanitarian JJ Johnson leaves Selena’s household speechless with a flavor-packed seafood gumbo.

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Selena + Paola Velez
star
7.29
7 votes

#14 - Selena + Paola Velez

Season 4 - Episode 9 - Aired 9/1/2022

James Beard nominee, acclaimed pastry chef, and activist Paola Velez lives up to her impressive resume as she helps Selena create an indulgent, sweet, and savory menu featuring a chocolate cookie icebox cake and beef empanadas.

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Selena + Graham Elliot
star
7.31
13 votes

#15 - Selena + Graham Elliot

Season 2 - Episode 9 - Aired 2/4/2021

Two-time Michelin-starred chef, TV host, and author Graham Elliott puts his unique spin on a mouthwatering hamburger and deconstructed Caesar salad.

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Selena + Evan Funke
star
7.31
13 votes

#16 - Selena + Evan Funke

Season 2 - Episode 8 - Aired 2/4/2021

Two-time James Beard Award-nominated chef and cookbook author Evan Funke hosts a masterclass in handmade pasta.

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Selena + Adrienne Cheatham
star
7.33
9 votes

#17 - Selena + Adrienne Cheatham

Season 4 - Episode 6 - Aired 8/25/2022

Prestigious New York chef Adrienne Cheatham immerses Selena in the world of French cooking with an ambitious brunch of poached salmon and grits, all topped with fresh hollandaise sauce.

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Selena + Aarón Sánchez
star
7.33
12 votes

#18 - Selena + Aarón Sánchez

Season 3 - Episode 3 - Aired 10/28/2021

It’s time for a full-blown seafood soirée as fellow Texan Aarón Sánchez guides Selena through assembling a tower of sheer deliciousness, from crab ravigote to mango lobster ceviche. Oh, you fancy huh?!

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Selena + Nyesha Arrington
star
7.35
20 votes

#19 - Selena + Nyesha Arrington

Season 1 - Episode 10 - Aired 8/27/2020

Southern California chef Nyesha Arrington guides Selena through cooking two delicious meals: pan-seared branzino with spiced tomato-coconut sauce (for humans) and home cooked doggy biscuits (for...doggies), allowing Selena to show off all her new skills before toasting her accomplishments with her iconic sous chefs, grandparents, and friends.

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Selena + Curtis Stone
star
7.47
17 votes

#20 - Selena + Curtis Stone

Season 2 - Episode 1 - Aired 1/21/2021

Michelin-starred chef Curtis Stone adds perfectly cooked steak sandwiches to Selena’s arsenal. And for dessert? Key lime pie parfaits!

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Selena + Matty Matheson
star
7.50
10 votes

#21 - Selena + Matty Matheson

Season 4 - Episode 7 - Aired 9/1/2022

Internet sensation and restaurant owner Matty Matheson – a big personality with an even bigger meal planned – walks Selena through Miami-style ribs and hello dolly bars for one of the most delicious (and musical) meals yet!

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Selena + Kristen Kish
star
7.50
12 votes

#22 - Selena + Kristen Kish

Season 4 - Episode 2 - Aired 8/18/2022

Chef, TV host, and fast-food enthusiast Kristen Kish helps Selena elevate a childhood-inspired summertime spread of Mexican street corn, glazed carrots, cheesy chickpea fried broccoli, and a strawberry vuzu dessert.

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Selena + Ludo Lefebvre
star
7.57
14 votes

#23 - Selena + Ludo Lefebvre

Season 4 - Episode 1 - Aired 8/18/2022

Selena’s cooking journey comes full circle as her very first instructor Ludo Lefebvre returns to see just how much she’s grown as they grill up sole with burnt tomato and sorrel, plus a dessert of pineapple with spicy banana caramel sauce.

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Selena + Sophia Roe
star
7.57
14 votes

#24 - Selena + Sophia Roe

Season 3 - Episode 8 - Aired 11/11/2021

Chef and wellness expert Sophia Roe guides Selena through unfamiliar territory with a plant-based picnic of tofu lettuce wraps, mushroom meatballs, and sweet potato salad, proving just how flavorful vegetarian food can be.

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Selena + Esther Choi
star
7.62
13 votes

#25 - Selena + Esther Choi

Season 3 - Episode 7 - Aired 11/11/2021

Chef and restaurateur Esther Choi helps Selena pull off a mouthwatering Korean BBQ feast, complete with marinated short rib and spicy pork, cucumber kimchi, and more.

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