Chefs vs. Wild

Season 1

TV-14

In each episode, two different world class chefs are dropped into the wilderness where they’ll embark on a grueling and unprecedented mission – survive and forage enough wild ingredients to create a restaurant worthy, five-star meal.

Where to Watch Season 1

8 Episodes

Smoked Out
E1
Smoked OutChef Vier battles harsh weather and man-made disasters as he searches for an elusive ingredient. Chef Sammy's relentless drive for ingredients leads to tensions boiling over. Elk loin and heart are the focus of this cook-off.
Oh Matsutake, Where Art Thou?
E2
Oh Matsutake, Where Art Thou?Can Chef Nico survive harsh terrain to complete her menu and remain competitive in the cookoff? Mushroom-obsessed Chef Alan bets everything on finding one key ingredient, despite his partner's concerns. Cooking elk ribs requires every minute on the clock.
Searchin for Urchin
E3
Searchin for UrchinChef Kevin searches for an elusive fruit, while his partner develops a mysterious condition. Chef Jade gradually loses his grip. The chefs are set loose in the kitchen with an entire goose to work with.
Better Duck!
E4
Better Duck!It’s Outsiders going against the Locals in this head to head foraging match. Chef Laura must pivot and embrace unfamiliar ingredients, while Tushar grapples with disappointment, as well as power dynamics. Duck rules the roost of this competition.
Fishing for Rabbit
E5
Fishing for RabbitChef Hanif places emphasis on the traditional cuisine of his homeland, while the ultimate underdog, Chef Katie, won’t let the wilderness best her. Fishing has its risks and rewards, but rabbit allows both chefs to pull culinary magic from their hats.
The World Is Not Your Oyster
E6
The World Is Not Your OysterThe “Cowboy Chef” Mason encounters a foraged find that leads him into an unfortunate position, while Chef Andrew debates the risk of using an unfamiliar ingredient that could cost him a shot at victory. Local venison is the featured item of this cook-off.
Ice Cold
E7
Ice ColdHunting for wild ingredients gets difficult after winter snows blanket the woods. Chefs Tracy and Luca adapt by contemplating a daring strategy to uncover ingredients hidden in the frozen landscape. Spot prawn is the three-course centerpiece.
Friendly Fire
E8
Friendly FireIn this battle between old friends, Chefs Evan and Cam face off for personal bragging rights. Cam searches both day and night for his wish list ingredients, while Evan risks it all with a technically challenging dessert. Wild salmon is the main feature.