Is the Next Food Network Star in Los Angeles?

Food Network is coming to town to cast the 8th season of its hit "Food Network Star" franchise. The show's casting agents are looking for "passionate, charismatic individuals with major culinary chops" -- chefs, line cooks, home cooks, caterers and culinary enthusiasts.

Head to the Marriott Burbank Airport Hotel (2500 Hollywood Way, Burbank) on Friday, Aug. 26 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Go here for more info: http://foodnetworkstarcasting.com/.

Casting Call: Your Chance To Become the "Next Food Network Star"

Reality TV casting news: If you (a) think you can cook, and (b) think you're a natural TV personality (hey, that's two ego trips right there), then head on down this Tuesday to try out for the next edition of Food Network's "The Next Food Network Star."

The show is just what it sounds like: A reality competition to find a new Emeril. Or Paula Deen. (Shudder.)

A casting director writes in:

We have found some wonderful people from LA in previous seasons... We are looking for people who are full of life, passionate about cooking, and knowledgeable about food to meet us in person at our open casting call.

Here's where to go:

Tuesday, August 10th, 2010
10am-3pm
Los Angeles Marriott Burbank Airport
2500 Hollywood Way, Burbank, CA 91505

Food Network's Looking for L.A.'s Worst Cooks

How's your cooking? If you live in Los Angeles... and your cooking blows, then Food Network wants to meet you.

Food Network's "Worst Cooks in America" is casting its second season, and will be here this Saturday to find potential candidates.

The casting call takes place this Saturday, March 27, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Marriott Burbank Airport Hotel and Convention Center (2500 N. Hollywood Way, Burbank).

Here are the basics:

* This is the opportunity for someone to nominate their spouse, sibling, parent, best friend, or even co-worker who needs MAJOR help in the kitchen.
* We are seeking those with a genuine inability to cook, and major need to improve Nominees will work with the best chefs in the country and finally learn one of the most important life skills - how to cook.
* We’re looking for nominees with lots of charisma, personality that pops and a vast array of kitchen disaster stories

More info at the "Worst Cooks" casting website.

We'll All Be Reality Stars One Day -- Casting Calls in L.A.

You enjoyed watching Keyshawn Johnson play football. Now you can't wait to enjoy watching him redesign your house.

If that's you, then the producers of the new A&E show "Keyshawn Johnson: Tackling Design" are looking for homeowners in the Los Angeles area that are planning to makeover a room in their home and might be interested in being featured on the show.

The details:

Former NFL star and ESPN analyst Keyshawn Johnson is embarking on a new career path as an interior designer and he and his professional design team want to help you makeover a room in your home!

We're currently looking for homeowners that are planning to redesign a room in their home in the near future and have a budget of at least $10k.

We provide FREE design and help arrange discounts on items and materials.

If you are interested in being on the show or know someone that might be, PLEASE CONTACT US at talent@sdetv.com for more information.

More info on the show is here. And hey, if any of you apply or get on the show, let us know!

If allowing an ex-NFL star to design your home isn't exactly your thing, how about grilling meat on TV along side Bobby Flay?

The Food Network show "Grill It! with Bobby Flay" is shooting in L.A. this March, and is looking for guest cooks with a unique recipe or new take on a classic.

The catch: You gotta look between 21 and 45... and exhibit some personality in front of the camera. Plus, your dish has to be an original. Here are the details:

How to apply:
-Email grillitwithbobby@gmail.com for an application, and then return it to them with a photo.
- Make a 3-minute video (DVD or MiniDV) showcasing your personality (anything longer than 3-minutes will not be considered).
- On the casting tape, cook your favorite dish, tell us about the ingredients, how you created the recipe, and why it is special.
- Tell us a little about yourself and what makes you interesting.
- Tell us why you think it would be great to GRILL IT! with Bobby Flay

Please upload your 3-minute video the Food Network "Be On TV" site, then mail us your original DVD or MiniDV along with your written recipe to:
Rock Shrimp
Att: Grill It!
110 Leroy Street
7th Floor
New York, NY 10014

All entries need to be submitted by March 2nd, 2009. You must be available for one day of filming in Los Angeles, CA. March 16-22.

OK, that sounds a little more labor intensive. But go for it -- and again, if you do, let us know!

Your Chance to Grill Bobby Flay. Or, At Least, Grill With Bobby Flay

Admit it, you'd like to school Bobby Flay on national TV, showing him how to truly grill. Food Network is looking for people to appear on the latest Flay enterprise, "Grill It with Bobby Flay." (Seriously, how many shows can one guy star in on the Food Network?)

According to the channel, applicants must send a 3-minute VHS tape or DVD of themselves cooking something. There are no winners or losers on the show, so don't expect some big prize. But hey, if you're a media whore like me, just being on TV is enough. Here's the address:

ATT: GRILL IT! 110 Leroy Street, New York City , NY 10014

Send those tapes in by March 15; you've gotta be 18 or older.