TOP CHEF MASTERS Preview

In tonight’s TOP CHEF: MASTERS Quickfire Challenge, the chefs actually aren’t going to be cooking anything at all! Instead, they have to identify five mystery ingredients using only one of the five senses – taste. Eek!

In the Elimination Challenge, they will be helping a man propose to his girlfriend by cooking a six-course meal that represents various stages in their relationship. Aww!

Check out some preview clips below! I’m warning you, though, there is a bit of blood in the second one when Chef Mary Sue Milliken cuts off the tip of her thumb. Eww!

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Tonight’s TV Spotlight…Wednesday, May 18, 2011

Will you be watching the top 3 AMERICAN IDOL contestants visit their hometowns tonight? Or perhaps you’d rather view some season finales? AMERICA’S NEXT TOP MODEL and CRIMINAL MINDS are airing theirs. If none of those appeal to you, then you should tune in to ABC for their comedy block.

All in all, it’s a pretty full night of quality TV to choose from so keep reading to find out tonight’s selection!

The Middle | 8pm on ABC
“The Bridge”
Frankie and Mike attempt to cure Brick of his irrational fear of crossing over bridges. Meanwhile, Axl is pitted against nemesis Sean Donahue when a lifeguard position opens up at the local public pool, and Frankie is ready to pull her hair out when she tries to help an indecisive and emotional Sue pick out a two-piece bathing suit to wear on the pool’s opening day.

American Idol | 8pm on Fox
“3 Finalists Compete”
The Top 3 finalists perform three songs—one chosen by the judges, one selected by mentor Jimmy Iovine and one individual choice. Also: a visit to the finalists’ hometowns.

SO MUCH MORE. KEEP READING…

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Tonight’s TV Spotlight…Tuesday, May 17, 2011

Anybody else excited for tonight’s lineup? I have a feeling it’s going to be great, seeing as there are so many finales on and those are always great, right? Which ones are you most excited for?

Glee | 8pm on Fox
“Funeral”
New Directions continues to strategize their set list for Nationals with a little help from Jessie St. James. Meanwhile, an unexpected loss rocks the world of one of McKinley’s own.

NCIS | 8pm on CBS | Season Finale
“Pyramid”
The lives of the NCIS members are in jeopardy when they come face-to-face with the infamous Port-to-Port serial killer.

The Biggest Loser | 8pm on NBC
“Episode 1120”
It’s down to the final four contestants, and this week kicks off with a fun cooking competition to see who can make the tastiest turkey burgers for a group of kids. Then it’s off to the golf course, where season ten winner Patrick House is waiting to cheer the players on as they “put the weight back on” in one of the toughest challenges of the season. Carrying a heavy golf bag filled with flags weighted for how much they lost each week, each player races from hole to hole, dropping the flags along the way and reminding themselves just how far they’ve really come. Also, the contestants get to make calls to eliminated players to see how they’ve been doing at home, and later, they have their final last chance workout at the ranch with the trainers. Then one last weigh-in determines who the two definite finalists will be – and which two contestants fall below the dreaded yellow line, leaving America to vote which one will be the third finalist to compete for the grand prize of $250,000.

One Tree Hill | 8pm on The CW | Season Finale
“This Is My House, This Is My Home”
As Brooke and Haley prepare to re-open Karen’s Cafe, Nathan and Clay hit the road looking for new prospective clients. Meanwhile, Chase leaves for the Air Force leaving behind a disappointed Alex and Chuck (guest star Michael May), and Mouth and Millicent begin their new morning show together.

SO MUCH MORE. KEEP READING…

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Tonight’s TV Spotlight…Monday, May 16, 2011

So. Many. Season. Finales. Tonight.

I’m going to be so sad with all of my shows gone! Which finales are you most looking forward to?

90210 | 8pm on The CW | Season Finale
“To The Future!”
As graduation looms, Naomi makes a decision that could prevent her from graduating with her class. Liam tells Annie that he doesn’t want to go to college and Ryan asks Debbie to move to Paris with him. Meanwhile, an impromptu wedding takes place and Adrianna is shunned from the group when they find out her scheme to get revenge on Silver.

Chuck | 8pm on NBC | Season Finale
“Chuck vs. The Cliffhanger”
Before he can kiss the bride, Chuck must enlist his wedding party to take down Vivian Volkoff (guest star Lauren Cohan) and stop her from destroying the big day. When he turns to Alexei Volkoff (guest star Timothy Dalton) for help, the CIA sends its toughest agent, Clyde Decker (guest star Richard Burgi), to stop them.

Dancing with The Stars | 8pm on ABC
“1209”
In the ninth week of performances, the four remaining couples perform three dances, including one ballroom routine, one Latin routine and a cha-cha.

House | 8pm on Fox
“After Hours”
Thirteen’s ex-con friend, Darrien (guest star Amy Landecker), arrives at Thirteen’s apartment unannounced and in need of urgent medical attention. When she finds out that her friend has relapsed into drug use, Thirteen promises not to take her to the hospital where the cops could find her and instead turns to Chase in desperation. Meanwhile, House deals with devastating information, and Taub begins to come to terms with surprising news.

How I Met Your Mother | 8pm on CBS | Season Finale
“Challenge Accepted”
Robin and Barney bond when they intervene in Ted’s relationship (until they run into Nora), and Marshall and Lily watch a ticking clock as he fears that he soon will be the victim of food poisoning. Meanwhile, Ted performs his Best Man duties at a very important wedding, on the sixth season finale.

Mad Love | 8:30pm on CBS | Season Finale
“After the Fireworks”
Kate’s ex-boyfriend reveals some shocking information that could put her relationship with Ben in jeopardy, and Connie and Larry’s fake date takes a very real turn.

So much more. Keep reading…

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Tonight’s TV Spotlight…Friday, May 13, 2011

After 10 seasons, SMALLVILLE draws to a close tonight with a two-hour series finale. Can you believe it? I can still remember when we met Clark – tied up like a scarecrow, shirtless, in a cornfield and looking way too old to be a teenager. And now it’s all coming to an end. Will you be tuning in?

It’s also the season finales of SHARK TANK, CSI: NY and BLUE BLOODS. Read on to find out what else to choose from!

Friday Night Lights | 8pm on NBC
“Kingdom”
Coach Taylor discusses recruitment regulations with Vince and his father, Ornette (guest star Cress Williams). When the Lions take a road trip, four of their stars make a pact that will stay with them forever. Meanwhile, Julie’s inappropriate relationship becomes more complicated.

Smallville | 8pm on The CW | Series Finale
“Finale, Parts 1 and 2”
The story of Clark Kent culminates in this epic two-hour series finale as Clark takes the last step to becoming the Man of Steel. With surprise guest appearances, nods to the first few seasons of the series and Michael Rosenbaum’s return as Lex Luthor, this final episode wraps up a decade-long story following one’s man’s journey to becoming the world’s greatest superhero.

Shark Tank | 8pm on ABC | Season Finale
“Episode 208”
A woman from Yardley, Pennsylvania could help cat lovers everywhere if the Sharks invest in her toilet training kit for cats, and the Sharks fight each other for a piece of a multi-million dollar company owned by a pharmacist from Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, who has invented a shoe with interchangeable tops. Also in this episode, an entrepreneur from Chicago is hoping to reposition her once successful designer line of maternity t-shirts; and an artist originally from Mexico City (now living in Chicago) and eager to make his American dream come true hopes the Sharks will want to invest in his line of extravagant yet affordable jewelry. In addition there will be a follow up from Season 1 on the father and son team behind Voyage Air Guitar and what happened to their business after turning down the Sharks’ $1 million dollar offer.

Kitchen Nightmares | 8pm on FOX
“Zeke’s”
Chef Ramsay heads to New Orleans, LA, to help transform Zeke’s Restaurant. Will he be able to breathe new life and add some spice into this Southern eatery?

Keep reading for more…

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MODERN FAMILY Recap: ‘Good Cop, Bad Dog’

We’re so close to the end of the season of MODERN FAMILY, I feel like every episode should be knocking it out of the park at this point and I just wasn’t in love with this one. This season has been so up and down for me, so maybe y’all can convince me at the end of this recap that I’m crazy and this episode was better than I’m thinking, OK? Let’s get to it!

The majority of this episode was concentrated on Claire and Phil, so I think that may be why it wasn’t my favorite. The two of them are so neurotic and anxious, they make me nervous watching them, which in turn makes them my least favorite couple on the show. I guess that’s a testament to the actors’ ability to portray them, because every interview I’ve seen with Ty Burrell (Phil) and Julie Bowen (Claire), they seem like lovely people.

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Tonight’s TV Spotlight…Thursday, May 12, 2011

Can you believe tonight is not only the season finale of THE VAMPIRE DIARIES, but of COMMUNITY, CSI, NIKITA and OUTSOURCED as well? I don’t know what I’m going to do with so many shows gone! Luckily it’s not the finale for many other shows, so check them out now while you still can.

American Idol | 8pm on Fox
“1 of 4 Voted Off”
Tune in to find out who makes it to the Top 3 after America’s vote is revealed LIVE. Former AMERICAN IDOL winner Jordin Sparks will be performing.

Community | 8pm on NBC | Season Finale
“For a Few Paintballs More”
As the Greendale year-end paintball extravaganza continues, the game takes a dramatic turn with new intruders arriving on the scene. The study group battles it out on various fronts and despite their arguments over strategy, they are all in agreement that they must unite to defeat the enemy.

The Big Bang Theory | 8pm on CBS
“The Engagement Reaction”
When Howard finally breaks the news to his mom that he’s engaged to Bernadette, the announcement lands her in the hospital.

The Vampire Diaries | 8pm on The CW | Season Finale
“As I Lay Dying”
While Mystic Falls presents a screening of “Gone with The Wind” in the town square, Damon’s memories of Katherine in 1864 mix with the reality of Elena in the present day. Stefan pays a terrible personal price for his attempt to prevent a tragedy, and Sheriff Forbes makes a deadly mistake while trying to keep everyone safe. More than one life hangs in the balance as the consequences of the sacrifice ritual play out to a horrifying conclusion.

Rules of Engagement | 8:30pm on CBS
“The Power Couple”
Jeff is threatened when Audrey gets a raise and makes almost as much as he does. Meanwhile, Russell enlists Timmy to find out what Liz sees in another man.

SO MUCH MORE. Keep reading…

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TOP CHEF MASTERS Preview

Bravo really is loving the cross-promotion with NBC shows this year, huh? But if that means double the Adam Levine on my TV this week, that’s fine by me.

Yes, THE VOICE mentor and Maroon 5 lead singer is judging tonight’s Elimination Challenge along with his bandmates. The chefs must prepare the meal at a surprise location and with the knowledge that some band members are vegan or vegetarian.

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Tonight’s TV Spotlight…Wednesday, May 11, 2011

Not only is ABC bringing the funny with their comedy block, but the AMERICAN IDOL Top 4 performance show is tonight (go Haley!) and BREAKING IN airs its second-to-last episode. You better watch – its going to be quite the entertaining episode!

Much more to choose from so keep reading to find out what’s up…

The Middle | 8pm on ABC
“The Prom”
After learning that Axl text-invited the wrong girl to prom and plans to solve the situation by standing her up, Frankie and Mike demand that he meet the girl face-to-face in a timely manner to gently break off the date – or face the music and take her to the big event. Meanwhile, Sue and her friend, Carly, try in earnest to fit in with the school’s “B” crowd during lunch, and after a successful first show, Brick begins to bore Frankie and Mike with his impromptu one-man plays.

American Idol | 8pm on Fox
“4 Finalists Compete”
The Top 4 finalists perform LIVE hoping to impress the judges and the nation. This week’s theme? The songbook of Jerry Leiber and Mike Stoller. Lady Gaga will be mentoring the contestants. After the performances, it is up to America to vote. Tune in to see who amazes the judges and who falls flat.

Survivor | 8pm on CBS
“Too Close for Comfort”
Andrea takes part in her first Redemption Island duel. Back at camp, one castaway plots making a big move that could prove to be costly.

Better with You | 8:30pm on ABC | Season Finale
“Better With The Baby”
While in labor, Mia and Casey decide that they should be married before baby Charlie comes into the world. The rush is on to make the wedding happen, as Casey and Ben dash to City Hall for the marriage license; Maddie puts herself in charge of finding an authorized person to perform the ceremony; and Vicky and Joel hurry to the hospital’s gift shop to find the “something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue” items, on the season finale.

SO MUCH MORE. KEEP READING…
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GLEE Preview: ‘Prom Queen’

McKinley is going to prom!

That’s right, it’s prom night for those crazy kids on GLEE. After the entertainment for the night falls through, Principal Figgins asks New Directions to step in, which of course illicits objections from prom coordinator Sue (who put her in charge anyway?). The race for prom king and queen also heats up, with many of the glee club kids in the running for the crown.

Tonight also marks the return of Jesse St. James, in the first of his three scheduled appearances.

Check out a teaser from the show!

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Tonight’s TV Spotlight…Tuesday, May 10, 2011

We’ve got quite the full Tuesday night lineup this evening! I’m especially looking forward to watching GLEE go to prom and the Battle Rounds on THE VOICE. I have a feeling THE GOOD WIFE is going to be great as well. What about you?

Check out all of tonight’s offerings here…

Glee | 8pm on Fox
“Prom Queen”
When the entertainment for prom falls through, Principal Figgins asks New Directions to perform at the dance — much to prom coordinator Sue’s dismay. Things get heated as the competition for prom king and queen draws closer.

NCIS | 8pm on CBS
“Swan Song”
After new evidence reveals that the Port-to-Port killer has infiltrated the agency, the NCIS teams chase every lead in a race to track him down.

The Biggest Loser | 8pm on NBC
“Episode 1119”
It’s “Finals Week,” and each contestant will be tested by the trainers to see how much they’ve really learned at “The Biggest Loser” ranch, with the winner claiming a big cash prize. The players get a chance to add to their overall test scores by competing against each other in four difference exercises while playing “The Biggest Loser Ultimate Workout” on Kinect for Xbox 360. Later, the contestants are put to another test with a stair-building challenge involving weighted sandbags. The winner gets a weigh-in advantage that could help determine who makes it to the final four – and who is sent home.

One Tree Hill | 8pm on The CW
“Flightless Bird, American Mouth”
Nathan, Jamie, Clay, Julian, Chase and Chuck (guest star Michael May) have a camp-out on the Rivercourt. Meanwhile, Brooke, Quinn, Alex and Lauren (guest star Allison Munn) take a trip to Puerto Rico.

SO MUCH MORE. KEEP READING…
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Tonight’s TV Spotlight…Monday, May 9, 2011

It’s that time of year again, when all of our favorite shows are starting to wrap up their seasons, which means finales are just around the corner — it makes me sad! But enough lamenting, because tonight’s schedule is quite full with new episodes!

Keep reading for the lineup and let me know which shows you’re excited about…

90210 | 8pm on The CW
“The Prom Before the Storm”
As the gang gears up for prom, Dixon and Annie find out some devastating news about their futures, while Ivy learns that Raj’s health (guest star Manish Dayal) has taken a turn for the worse. While Silver is in the hospital, Adrianna tries to rekindle her romance with Navid. Meanwhile, Naomi and Max’s (guest star Josh Zuckerman) relationship is tested to the limit.

Chuck | 8pm on NBC
“Chuck vs. The Last Details”
Chuck and Sarah’s wedding prep includes one final detail: ensuring that the mother-of-the-groom (guest star Linda Hamilton) makes it to the ceremony alive. Meanwhile, Morgan’s responsibilities as Best Man include his most dangerous mission yet, as he faces Vivian Volkoff (guest star Lauren Cohan). Elsewhere, Ellie tends to the last details of the rehearsal dinner and seeks help from an unlikely source.

Dancing with The Stars | 8pm on ABC
“1208”
In the eighth week of performances, the remaining celebrities perform two dances each – including an instant dance – in their quest to win the mirrorball trophy.

House | 8pm on Fox
“The Fix”
When House and Wilson bet on a boxing match and disagree over the outcome, Wilson gives him exactly one day to pay up or prove him wrong. House presses the boxer for more information to help prove his case and ends up attempting to breathe new life into the losing fighter’s career. Meanwhile, the team begins to suspect House may have another type of drug problem.

How I Met Your Mother | 8pm on CBS
“Landmarks”
When Ted is faced with an important decision that might affect his future with Zoey, the gang expresses their true feelings about her.

Secret Life of the American Teenager| 8pm on ABC Family
“Young at Heart”
Grace helps Adrian shop for a wedding dress and asks Amy to assist with Adrian’s baby shower. Meanwhile, Ricky grows frustrated with Amy’s hesitancy to move their relationship forward; and Grace meets Grant’s parents (Dominic Chianese and Shawnee Smith).

Mad Love | 8:30pm on CBS
“Friends”
When Tiffany decides to leave New York because of her divorce, it means Connie must find a new job and Larry finally has a chance with his dream girl; however, they soon each get more than they bargained for.

So much more. Keep reading…
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Tonight’s TV Spotlight…Friday, May 6, 2011

Happy Friday, all! Or is it really that happy, since the FRINGE season finale is tonight? Either way, check out tonight’s lineup below…

Kitchen Nightmares | 8pm on FOX
“Capri”
Chef Ramsay visits The Capri Italian Restaurant in Eagle Rock, CA. Will his advice and expertise keep the restaurant from sinking, or will the restaurant’s woes be too much for even him to handle?

Friday Night Lights | 8pm on NBC
“Keep Looking”
Coach Taylor is forced to play mediator as tensions erupt in the locker room. The Lions also welcome a new player and Luke is recruited by Texas Methodist University. Meanwhile, Buddy (guest star Brad Leland) deals with the trials and tribulations of fatherhood and Becky’s dad returns. Elsewhere, counsels a troubled student named Epyck (guest star Emily Rios).

Shark Tank | 8pm on ABC
“Episode 209”
In this episode, a fireman from Arkansas brings an invention to the Shark Tank that could make millions and save lives; after creating an eco-friendly way to listen to music on the go, a duo from Chicago hope the Sharks will want to invest; a feisty, combative entrepreneur from Montclair, New Jersey seeks to cash in on the lucrative wedding business; and a man from Oklahoma hopes the Sharks will smell the money when he pitches his unique male-oriented brand of candles.

Smallville | 8pm on The CW
“Prophecy”
Clark takes Lois to the Fortress to get Jor-El’s (voiced by Terrance Stamp) blessing for their marriage. Jor-El bestows a unique wedding gift on the couple – he gives Lois Clark’s super powers so she can see what it’s like to be him for a day. Unfortunately, the Toyman (guest star Chris Gautheir) has returned to Metropolis, so Lois must go up against the notorious villain instead of Clark. Meanwhile, Oliver searches for the Bow of Orion, which he believes will remove the Omega symbol from his skull, and runs into Kara (guest star Laura Vandervoort), who is also on a mission to stop Darkseid.

SO MUCH MORE. KEEP READING…

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MODERN FAMILY Recap: ‘Mother’s Day’

Thank you, MODERN FAMILY, for airing a Mother’s Day episode because I had completely forgotten it’s this Sunday (for real)! And now I know exactly what I’m not getting my mom — a hiking trip!

Yes, Claire decides it’s a good idea for her and Gloria to go hiking with the kids. How did she think that was going to end, with rainbows and butterflies for all? No, none of those kids like hiking and I don’t blame them. I probably would have been complaining the whole time, too, about being hot and the imminent threat of coyotes (because if there’s one thing to worry about in my part of Texas, it’s coyotes. Okay, not really — our equivalent is alligators).

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Tonight’s TV Spotlight…Thursday, May 5, 2011

Want to laugh tonight? Then tune in to NBC’s Thursday night comedy block, including COMMUNITY’s paintball war with guest star Josh Holloway (yum!)!

Want to cry? GREY’S ANATOMY and PRIVATE PRACTICE both have wedding drama going on if you want to check that out.

There’s tons more — enough to make your DVR overheat — so peep the lineup below!

American Idol | 8pm on Fox
“1 of 6 Voted Off”
It’s that time of the week where one finalist will be eliminated from the competition. Tune in to see who faces the chopping block and is sent home after America’s vote is revealed live.

Community | 8pm on NBC
“A Fistful of Paintballs”
As the Greendale student body enjoys their year-end picnic, Dean Pelton announces plans for a small, quick, safe game of paintball. As the game heats up, alliances are formed – and broken – and friendships are put to the test. When a mysterious and threatening figure emerges on the Greendale campus (Josh Holloway, “Lost”), it becomes apparent that this is no ordinary game of paintball.

The Big Bang Theory | 8pm on CBS
“The Wildebeest Implementation”
Raj makes an attempt to cure his phobia of talking to women; and Penny spies on Leonard and Priya with the help of Bernadette.

The Vampire Diaries | 8pm on The CW
“The Sun Also Rises”
With the arrival of the full moon, Elena tries to prepare for whatever Klaus (guest star Joseph Morgan) has planned and Tyler faces his second transformation. The terrifying events quickly spin out of control, despite an unexpected act of courage. Finally, Damon admits the truth to Stefan about a terrible new development they must face.

Rules of Engagement | 8:30pm on CBS
“Double Down”
Jeff and Audrey panic when they are told they might be having twins. Meanwhile, Russell throws a citizenship party for Timmy to impress a girl Sara Rue (LESS THAN PERFECT) returns as Brenda, Jeff and Audrey’s surrogate.

SO MUCH MORE. Keep reading…

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