Brooke & Bobby's BBQ Brawl: New Season Premieres

0:00On April 29th, Food Network's BBQ Brawl is firing up its seventh season with a fresh twist. Brooke Williamson steps up from judge to team captain, joining boyfriend Bobby Flay and returning Chamanee Chauhan. 12 pit masters from across the country and beyond will battle for the title of Master of Q at Star Hill Ranch in Austin, Texas. The trailer drops some fun tension between the captains. Flay and Williamson, who started dating last year, are facing off for the first time in friendly rivalry. Chauhan jokes about the lovebirds teaming up against her, but clips show the competition heating up on and off the grill. Fans are buzzing about Williamson's big move. She's been itching to cook and mentor after years on the judging panel. Flay spilled the news earlier this year, saying there are no judging each other rule open the door for her to captain. Judges this season include Carson Cressley, Adrian Cheedham, and season three winner Rashad Jones. The pit masters hail from spots like Atlanta, Boston, and even Italy, bringing diverse flavors to the brawl.

1:04Cast a premiere on Monday, May 11th, at 9 p.m. Eastern and Pacific on Food Network streaming the next day on HBO Max. This one's got all the smoke and sparks you crave. That's your update from entertainment and celebrity news today, powered by AI.