Can’t get enough of Culinary Class Wars? Here’s what to watch next

Netflix’s Culinary Class Wars have clinched the top spot on the platform’s Global Top 10 TV (Non-English) list for the past few weeks and we totally get the hype.

Following its release in September, the Korean cooking reality series captivated audiences from across the globe with its dynamic blend of sports-like competition and never-before-seen challenges. Think of it as Netflix’s smash-hit Physical:100, but set in the kitchen.

With 10 binge-worthy episodes, the show brings together 80 up-and-coming chefs from across Korea, known as the Black Spoons, to compete against 20 acclaimed chefs, known as the White Spoons. The fierce rivalry among passionate chefs, combined with the show’s grand scale and unpredictable twists, was one of the few reasons why it went viral worldwide.

In the show, judges Paik Jong-won, Korea’s top restaurateur, and Chef Anh Sung-jae of Mosu Seoul, the country’s sole Michelin three-star restaurant, set a new bar for Korean culinary shows as they pursued to find the best chef in Korea.

Now that the show has aired its final episode, viewers are still left craving more. But don’t worry — below, we’ve rounded up some similar shows you can binge to satisfy your appetite.

1. Masterchef

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This list wouldn’t be complete without Masterchef. The competitive cooking show that was first created by Franc Roddam, in the UK aired in July 1990. Since its inception, the show spawned a slew of other international adaptations around the world, with the first being Masterchef Australia in 2009. The franchise soon expanded into different formats as well which includes the main MasterChef series, MasterChef: The Professionals for professional working chefs, Celebrity MasterChef featuring celebrities as the contestants, and Junior MasterChef, a version created and adapted for children.

You can also watch Masterchef Singapore on Amazon Prime

2. Chef’s Table

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This American documentary series first aired on Netflix in 2015 and has seen a surge in popularity since its debut on the streaming platform. In each episode, the show follows a chef, to explore their personal philosophies, talents and passions which have influenced their approach to cooking.

The show has since been nominated for and awarded a variety of awards, including eight Emmy nominations, and will be airing its seventh season on Netflix this November.

Chef’s Table is now on Netflix

3. Cooking With Paris

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This show may not be the competitive cooking show that you were looking for, but it’s definitely entertaining. While Paris isn’t the first person that comes to mind when you’re talking about cooking shows, the star enlists the help of her celebrity friends as she navigates new ingredients, new recipes and exotic kitchen appliances. Inspired by her viral YouTube video, the show takes you through what it’s like to go on a grocery run with Paris Hilton herself and how she learns the ropes of cooking (and her way around the kitchen).

Cooking With Paris is now on Netflix

4. Is It Cake?

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This show on Netflix follows a batch of bakers consisting of skilled bakers and cake artists as they push the boundaries of culinary craftsmanship, creating hyper-realistic cakes to trick and deceive their way to the ultimate cash prize. Once again, you’ll find yourself asking the question - is it real? Or… Is It Cake?

Is It Cake? is now on Netflix

5. The Chef Show

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Hosted by American filmmaker and actor, Jon Favreau, and Korean-American chef Roy Choi, The Chef Show follows the two friends as they explore new recipes, collaborate with big names in the culinary world, and connect over their shared passion for bringing people together over a delicious meal. 

6. School of Chocolate

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The School of Chocolate brings eight of the best pastry and chocolate pros together as they embark on a new journey to elevate their skills—and careers—to the next level. Guiding them is none other than world-renowned chocolatier Amaury Guichon, who is best known for his amazing chocolate sculptures and mouth-watering pastries. With eight episodes for you to watch, these talented chefs will learn from a true master, and one standout student who earns the title of ‘Best in Class’ will walk away with a prize which includes a career-changing opportunity.

School of Chocolate is now on Netflix

7. Three Meals A Day

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This South Korean cooking show invites viewers to follow along the journey of the cast as they settle into a quaint village— whether by the countryside or by the sea — and go through different challenges of preparing three daily meals using whatever ingredients they can find locally. Along the way, they experience the beauty of village life, share laughs with locals, and welcome celebrity guests for dinner.

8. Jinny’s Kitchen

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This reality series brings together beloved Korean celebrities as they whip up iconic South Korean street food for international guests. In its first season, the show featured stars like Lee Seo-jin, Jung Yu-mi, Park Seo-jun, Choi Woo-shik, and BTS’ V as they ran a charming restaurant in the stunning town of Bacalar, Mexico. Now, in its second season, the team has relocated to the breathtaking landscapes of Iceland. Together, they continue to serve up mouthwatering Korean dishes like oxtail gomtang and bibimbap, all while showcasing their warm camaraderie and introducing viewers to the rich tapestry of Korean cuisine.

Jinny’s Kitchen is now on Amazon Prime

9. Hell’s Kitchen

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By now you’d probably be familiar with this iconic show that’s got the internet buzzing for years. Helmed by celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay, the show features a group of chefs who have to compete against each other in a series of cookoffs, and they will be progressively eliminated after each round, leaving one contestant who will reign as the winner at the end of each season. The show has garnered significant attention not just for its intriguing premise, but also for Ramsay’s fiery temper directed at the contestants.

Hell’s Kitchen is now on Netflix