How does the show Rat in the Kitchen work?

Rat in the Kitchen is produced by ITV America’s Thinkfactory Media, in association with ITV Studios’ Possessed. It is executive produced by Adam Reed, Adam Freeman, Simon Thomas, Bernie Schaeffer, Kenny Rosen and Michael O’Sullivan for Thinkfactory, and by Glenn Hugill for Possessed. It is distributed internationally by ITV Studios.

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1. The Show Is Filmed in Georgia
2. Not All of the Contestants Are Professional Chefs
3. Show Extras Are Available On The TBS Website
4. There Is A Cash Prize
5. You Can’t Follow the Show On Social Media
6. The Show Was Originally Pitched Before the Pandemic
7. Season One Will Have 10 Episodes
8. Viewers Will Be Guessing Until the End
9. Ludo Lefebvre Is The Only Judge
10. The Chefs Have Multiple Challenges
How does Rat in the Kitchen work?
Is the chef on Rat in the Kitchen a real chef?
Where is Rat in the Kitchen filmed?
Who is Kyle from Rat in the Kitchen?

Even if you love food and are a cooking show, you have to admit that the market for cooking shows is somewhat oversaturated. That said, every time a new cooking show hits the airwaves, it feels a little redundant. However, TBS’ new show, Rat in the Kitchen, provides a fresh new take on the idea of a cooking competition. Hosted by Natasha Leggero, Rat in the Kitchen is half culinary contest and half whodunnit. During each episode, a group of chefs will compete to see who can make the best dishes. However, one of the contestants is actually a ‘rat’ who is secretly sabotaging everyone else’s progress. Even if you’re not usually a fan of cooking shows, this is one worth tuning in to. Keep reading to learn 10 things you didn’t know about Rat in the Kitchen.

1. The Show Is Filmed in Georgia

Over the last several years, Atlanta has become a huge hub for the entertainment industry. From reality TV shows to movies, countless productions have decided to use the city as a filming location. Rat in the Kitchen was filmed in Atlanta some time in 2021.

2. Not All of the Contestants Are Professional Chefs

One of the things that makes Rat in the Kitchen extra interesting is the fact that not everyone competing is actually a chef. The show has a nice mixture of trained professionals as well as people who simply cook for fun. This adds an extra layer of intensity to the show.

3. Show Extras Are Available On The TBS Website

These days, being a fan of a show involves more than just tuning in when the show is on. You know how regular access to all kinds of content regarding the show with the click of a button or a tap of your finger. The TBS website will be posting clips and other show extras throughout the season for those who want a little more of Rat in the Kitchen.

4. There Is A Cash Prize

Let’s be real, the best part of every competition is the prize. Knowing that there’s something substantial at the end tends to push people to compete a little harder. The contestants on the show are competing to split a prize of $50,000 which breaks down to $10,000 a person. Sure, it’s not a lot of money as far as prizes are concerned, but $10,000 is still a substantial amount for many people.

There are lots of people who enjoy following their favorite shows on social media, but unfortunately, that isn’t a possibility with Rat in the Kitchen – at least not yet. As of now, the show doesn’t have any official social media platforms. However, those who want to stay in the loop with the show on social media can use the hashtag #RatintheKitchen to see what other people are saying.

6. The Show Was Originally Pitched Before the Pandemic

The COVID-19 pandemic caused lots of delays in the entertainment industry and it looks like Rat in the Kitchen is one of the many shows to be affected by it. According to Deadline, “The project was first unveiled at the UK Screenings last February, before the Coronavirus pandemic ravaged the UK or U.S. Glenn Hugill, who runs Possessed TV and who played The Banker on the UK version of Deal Or No Deal, pitched it to international broadcasters at the event.”

7. Season One Will Have 10 Episodes

Are you the kind of person who likes to get really invested in the shows you like? If the answer is yes, you’ll be happy to know that Rat in the Kitchen will have 10 episodes in its first season. While that isn’t exactly a long season, it’s better than some shows that only have 6-8 episodes per season.

8. Viewers Will Be Guessing Until the End

The biggest draw of Rat in the Kitchen is the fact that none of the contestants know who the rat is. However, viewers will also be kept in the dark until the end of the episode when the rat’s identity is revealed. Even if you think you have a knack for investigating, you’ll definitely be guessing the entire episode.

9. Ludo Lefebvre Is The Only Judge

Judges are a normal part of cooking shows, but something that’s interesting about Rat in the Kitchen is that professional chef Ludo Lefebvre is the only judge. This means that all of the contestants have to be sure that everything they make is to his liking or else they won’t be winning anything.

10. The Chefs Have Multiple Challenges

In order to accurately determine who the best cook is, everyone needs to be put through a variety of challenges and that’s exactly what Rat in the Kitchen does. Each episode features creative challenges so everyone can get a feel for just how talented the contestants are.

How does Rat in the Kitchen work?

Rat in the Kitchen takes everything to the next level by including a saboteur (aka rat) as one of the six competitors who are made up of home cooks and professional chefs. If the rat successfully gets away with sabotaging dishes and doesn't get caught, they get to keep the prize money all for themselves.

Is the chef on Rat in the Kitchen a real chef?

On Rat in the Kitchen, the judge is Chef Ludo Lefebvre. In addition to being a chef, he's also a restauranteur who began working in Michelin kitchens when he was only 14 years old, according to the bio on his website. He spent decades learning from the best French chefs.

Where is Rat in the Kitchen filmed?

According to Deadline, Rat in the Kitchen — which sees ITV America's Thinkfactory Media as its production company — films in Atlanta, Ga. This is no surprise, as Atlanta's entertainment production-based economy is booming.

Who is Kyle from Rat in the Kitchen?

Prior to launching Nott Cooks in 2021, he was chef/partner at Ares Collective of Prep & Pastry, Commoner & Co., August Rhodes Bakery and Flora's Market Run. His TV appearances include “The Kelly Clarkson Show” and in March 2022, he was featured on the TBS cooking competition show, “Rat in The Kitchen.”