Start date confirmed for Olivia Attwood's new reality show The Heat
It follows a group of young chefs taking on the hottest job of their lives
Former Love Island star Olivia Attwood is seriously busy right now! As well as presenting The Sunday Roast on KISS alongside Pete Wicks, she's also on Loose Women, and the fourth series of her show Getting Filthy Rich recently landed.
But it looks like Liv isn't slowing down anytime soon, as ITV/STV bosses have announced a brand new reality show called The Heat, fronted by the lovely Olivia and award-winning chef Jean-Christophe Novelli.
What is The Heat?
The Heat is a newly-commissioned reality show that follows a group of young chefs taking on the hottest job of their lives.
ITV/STV say: 'The Heat sees ten ambitious chefs travel to Barcelona, working under multi Michelin Star award-winning chef Jean-Christophe Novelli, who is opening an exclusive summer restaurant at the glamorous Port Vell Marina and on a mission to find the next rising star.
'But this isn’t just a straight-forward cooking competition - each day when the kitchen service is over, the cameras keep rolling because when you’re living, working and competing with one another, there is no escaping The Heat. Viewers can expect post shift dates, staff nights out and more - blending both their professional and personal lives will see tempers simmer, steam and boil, in and outside of the kitchen. '
'These young hopefuls will quickly realise that no-one's place is secure in this fierce culinary contest, as they consistently battle it out in a bid to climb the kitchen ranks. Promotions, demotions, power plays, sackings and shock decisions throughout the series are sure to keep the contenders on their toes - every service is a chance to soar or sink.'
When is it on TV?
The Heat begins on Tuesday 24th February.
What channel is it on?
The Heat will air on ITV2/ITVX and STV2/STV Player.
Dan Gray, Executive Producer for Twofour said: “Filming is underway in Barcelona and it’s so exciting to see our ambitious young chefs enter the heat of the kitchen, as well as having the time of their lives in the city too. The series really is shaping up to be absolutely unmissable.”
Who is in the cast?
10 aspiring chefs were unveiled on Tuesday 10th February. Meet the contestants below:
Tom
Alex W
Djordje
Maja
Marta
Kaitlyn
Akito
Jayon
Seren
Helina
How many episodes?
The new series will be made up of 10x 60-minute episodes.
Who is hosting?
Olivia Attwood will host the new series, keeping a close eye, offering sharp insight, spicy gossip, and the occasional reality check to the contestants.
Speaking about her new role, she said: “It is such an honour to host this brand-new format for ITV2 and ITVX, being at the helm of something this fresh and exciting is a total pinch-me moment!”
Olivia will be joined alongside Michelin Star award-winning chef Jean-Christophe Novelli, who said: “I couldn’t be more thrilled to join this new exciting show and help spotlight the next generation of culinary talent. Known for my drive and intensity in the kitchen, I’ll be using my passion and unique teaching style to push these young chefs to dig deep, stay sharp, and prove they have what it takes to grow, evolve, and make their mark.
"I’ll mentor them to use all five senses together and put it all on the plate, the right way. It’s going to be a wild ride, and I know we’ll discover some true culinary stars along the way. I’m ready. Let’s do this. Allez, Allez – bon appétit!”
Where was it filmed?
Filming took place in Barcelona, Spain.
Paul Mortimer, Director of Reality Commissioning and Acquisitions, ITV said: “The Heat is the perfect fusion of a high-stakes cooking show with real-life drama, and with the fantastic Olivia at the forefront alongside the renowned Jean-Christophe calling the shots in the kitchen, it’s shaping up to be a new reality obsession for our younger viewers on ITV2 and ITVX.”
David Clews, Chief Creative Officer for Twofour added: “We can’t wait to bring The Heat to ITV2 and ITVX, a reality-cooking competition crossover, sure to dish out delicious drama. With the incredible Olivia Atwood hosting and the legendary Jean-Christophe Novelli in charge, we couldn’t be more thrilled. They really are a fabulous combination.”
Can I apply?
Unfortunately, this isn't a show you can apply for.
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