The BEST episodes of The Big Brunch

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

Chefs are offered a chance to share their stories and business dreams while going head-to-head for a life-altering prize.

Last Updated: 11/26/2024Network: HBO MaxStatus: Ended

8.38

8 votes

#1 - The Big Pitch

Season 1 - Episode 8 - Aired 11/24/2022

With the help of some special guests, the finalists prepare to bring their A-game for the $300,000 grand prize. Their last challenge? Prepare 3-5 dishes and an effective business pitch to make their culinary dreams come true.

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8.17

6 votes

#2 - Picture Perfect Brunch

Season 1 - Episode 6 - Aired 11/17/2022

The final five chefs are eager to impress legendary pastry chef Dominque Ansel with their Trendsetting starters, but after a disappointing showing, Dan, Will, and Sohla reveal a shocking surprise for the main.

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8.00

6 votes

#3 - Holiday Brunch

Season 1 - Episode 7 - Aired 11/24/2022

It’s the Big Brunch Holiday Party, and the remaining chefs are tasked with creating festive party dishes. With the finish line in sight, J reflects on family, while Roman and Danielle are reminded of what’s at stake back home.

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7.38

8 votes

#4 - The Day After Brunch

Season 1 - Episode 2 - Aired 11/10/2022

The chefs crank up the heat when they’re asked to create a hangover cure cocktail and small bite followed by a diner-inspired main course. But while this boozy brunch will see new chefs rising to the top, one hopeful will be sent home.

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7.36

14 votes

#5 - Today’s Brunch Is You

Season 1 - Episode 1 - Aired 11/10/2022

Dan and fellow judges Sohla and Will welcome ten chefs to The Big Brunch kitchen for a chance to fulfill their dreams with a $300,000 prize. Their first challenge: create a starter and main celebrating their culinary past and future.

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7.29

7 votes

#6 - Carb Loading Brunch

Season 1 - Episode 4 - Aired 11/17/2022

For Carb Day, the chefs are tasked with their most difficult challenge yet: create a two-bread starter and a main dish featuring leavened dough. Can the chefs step out of their savory comfort zones to take on experienced baker Danielle?

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7.29

7 votes

#7 - Fine Dining Brunch

Season 1 - Episode 5 - Aired 11/17/2022

Fine Dining Day sees the chefs impressing the judges with their flavor-packed amuse-bouche starters and a surprise test in collaboration when they’re placed in teams to create a three-course tasting menu for the mains.

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7.13

8 votes

#8 - Farm to Table Brunch

Season 1 - Episode 3 - Aired 11/10/2022

After getting a seasonal surprise at a farmers’ market, the remaining chefs are tasked with creating vegan and vegetarian dishes. Back in the kitchen, Danielle feels pressure to prove she’s more than a baker, and old wounds open for Catie.

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