About this episode
It’s Friday dessert day, and things get delightfully weird. Michael Symon welcomes Chef Ayesha Nurdjaja (of Shuka and Shukette) for a sugar-fueled kitchen session with Carla Hall and Clinton Kelly. Before the sweet potato cobbler bars even hit the oven, the trio dives into tales of swearing on live TV — from Carla dropping an unexpected “sh*t” on Halloween Baking Championship to Clinton’s Amazon Prime show that proudly includes the F-word in the title. Ayesha reveals her dream of hosting a late-night food show, complete with whiskey and restaurant gossip, while Carla shares a touching moment about rediscovering her grandmother’s secret tea recipe thanks to almond extract. The crew debates overrated and underrated desserts (spoiler: chocolate takes some hits), diner culture nostalgia, and what to bring — or not bring — to a dinner party. By the time Carla’s golden cobbler bars emerge from the oven, the kitchen smells like Thanksgiving, and everyone agrees it’s the perfect make-ahead dessert for any fall gathering. The episode wraps with a Fan Giveaway for dinner at Shukette NYC — and a new challenge for viewers: the upcoming Fan Fridge Week. 👉 Grab the full recipe + more at: www.chewedupshow.com/recipes 🔑 Keywords Ayesha Nurdjaja, Carla Hall, Michael Symon, Clinton Kelly, sweet potato cobbler bars, cobbler recipe, fall dessert, Trader Joe’s, Frontgate, All-Clad, Hedley & Bennett, late-night food show, swearing on TV, overrated desserts, underrated desserts, sweet potato vs pumpkin, Fan Fridge Week, comfort food podcast, Chewed Up show ⏱️ Timestamps 0:00 – Michael opens with birthday wishes and “sugar chaos” warning 1:15 – Meet guest chef Ayesha Nurdjaja — Food Network Titan & sandwich queen 2:30 – Ayesha’s late-night talk show dream and whiskey dispenser fantasy 3:00 – Swearing on TV stories: Carla’s “shit” heard ‘round the set 5:00 – The F-bomb toddler story that broke Michael’s family 6:00 – Carla’s Sweet Potato Cobbler Bars recipe begins 8:30 – The secret power of almond extract and grandma’s tea 11:30 – Family recipe secrets, hidden ingredients, and mother sabotage 13:00 – Sponsor shout-outs: Trader Joe’s, Frontgate, All-Clad, Hedley & Bennett 14:45 – The overrated/underrated dessert debate 18:00 – The lost art of diner culture and perfect rice pudding 22:00 – Carla’s cobbler bars emerge — golden, balanced, and perfect 23:00 – The great “host gift” debate: what not to bring to a party 25:00 – Introducing Fan Fridge Week challenge 27:00 – Childhood eating habits and “clean your plate” nostalgia 30:00 – Giveaway winner: Abby from Philadelphia — Dinner for two at Sette NYC 🙌 Special Thanks to Our Sponsors Trader Joe’s → Fun, affordable, and adventurous grocery finds that inspire our kitchen every week. https://www.traderjoes.com Frontgate → Premium furniture, décor, and entertaining essentials — including pieces from Michael’s own collection. https://www.frontgate.com All-Clad → Trusted by chefs since the 1970s for durable, even-heating cookware built to last a lifetime. https://www.all-clad.com Hedley & Bennett → Pro-grade aprons and kitchen gear made for comfort, function, and style. https://www.hedleyandbennett.com 🏡 Kitchen Designed by: Anthony Carrino 🎥 Produced by: Simple Alien 📸 Camera, Audio & Crew by: TV Boy 💬 About Chewed Up Three lifestyle icons reunite with zero filter, strong opinions, and even stronger flavors. Clinton Kelly, Carla Hall, and Michael Symon are back in the kitchen with comedy, comfort food, and unfiltered conversation — served loud. Episodes drop 3x a week: Monday – Appetizers Wednesday – Mains Friday – Desserts Subscribe and turn on notifications so you don’t miss a bite. Watch: YouTube | Spotify Video Listen: Apple | Amazon | RedCircle 🎁 Fan Giveaway This week’s Giveaway: Dinner for Two at Shukette NYC Want in? 👉 Subscribe and sign up here: https://chewedupshow.com/fangiveaway Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy