Chocolate Meltdown: Hershey's After Dark

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  • 2021
  • 1 Season
  • 7.6  (35)

Chocolate lovers rejoice! Food Network has brought us a new show that is sure to satisfy any sweet tooth. Chocolate Meltdown: Hershey's After Dark is a delectable journey into the world of chocolate, featuring renowned chefs Maneet Chauhan, Sunny Anderson, and Ralph 'Ralphie Boy' Attanasia III.

The show takes us to the sweetest place on earth - Hershey, Pennsylvania - where the Hershey's chocolate factory is located. The three expert chefs venture into the factory after dark to discover the hidden secrets behind some of the world's most beloved chocolate creations. They explore different levels of the factory, from the kitchens to the assembly lines, to learn firsthand how every chocolate bar, kiss, and truffle is made.

The trio of chefs brings their unique takes and personalities to the table, adding plenty of humor and energy to the show. Maneet Chauhan, a James Beard-nominated chef, brings her Indian background and love of spice to the mix. Sunny Anderson, known for her work on the Food Network's The Kitchen, brings her Southern charm and creativity. Ralph 'Ralphie Boy' Attanasia III, a renowned pastry chef and New Jersey native, adds a bit of edge and flair to the group.

The chefs taste-test and experiment with different chocolate varieties, creating their own desserts inspired by classic Hershey's products. From s'mores to hot fudge sundaes, they dive deep into the world of chocolate and come up with delicious, decadent treats. The show also features exclusive insider access to the Hershey's Innovation Kitchen, where the company's top chocolatiers come up with new and exciting flavors.

But the show isn't just about indulging in chocolate - it also delves into the history and culture behind the Hershey's brand. The Hershey's factory was founded in 1894 by philanthropist and chocolate magnate Milton Hershey, and the show explores the company's humble beginnings and its impact on the town of Hershey. The chefs also speak with Hershey's employees and local residents to learn more about the company's heritage and legacy.

Chocolate Meltdown: Hershey's After Dark is a must-watch for anyone who loves chocolate. It's a fun, informative look at the world of Hershey's, led by a talented trio who clearly have a passion for sweets. The show is a great mix of cooking, culture, and history, offering something for everyone. Whether you're a foodie, a history buff, or just someone with a sweet tooth, you won't want to miss this delicious new show.

Chocolate Meltdown: Hershey's After Dark is a series that ran for 1 seasons (4 episodes) between September 27, 2021 and on Food Network

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Seasons
Frightful Forest
4. Frightful Forest
October 18, 2021
Three pastry chefs battle it out overnight in Hersheypark's Chocolate World to create showstopping, forest-themed chocolate creations. After riding the park's tallest roller coasters, a world-renowned Danish chocolatier has a major chocolate setback, and a Colombian cake and sugar artist deals with the consequences of working with fragile Jolly Rancher isomalt. Meanwhile, a young mom with an eye for character design struggles to bring her frightful forest to life with realistic chocolate tree sculpting. Host Sunny Anderson reveals a curve ball in the candy store, forcing the artists to run back into the park to solve another Candy Clue in the middle of the night! The chefs face another frightful park attraction to earn their second Hershey candy, which inspires a creative treat. When time runs out, the three chefs face judges Ralph Attanasia and Maneet Chauhan, who critique their overall theme, chocolate work and candy manipulation. Only one will last through the night, face their frights and win the $10,000 and dream vacation in Hershey, Pennsylvania.
Mad Scientist's Lab
3. Mad Scientist's Lab
October 11, 2021
Three pastry chefs take over a deserted Hersheypark overnight, and host Sunny Anderson challenges them to create zany chocolate and candy concoctions inspired by a mad scientist's lab. A middle school math teacher stays focused in the kitchen by using detailed to-do lists to keep ingredients in line. A former pastry teacher runs into frustrating follies with their main alien character, but a French chocolatier stays cool, calm and collected even when faced with troubleshooting broken isomalt. With the clock ticking down, the chefs must venture back out into the night to face off in a classic amusement park game to earn their candy for a tasty treat. Whose creation will judges Ralph Attanasia, Maneet Chauhan and Hershey's Master Chocolatier Jim St. John tip their beakers to? A dream vacation in Hershey, Pennsylvania, and $10,000 are up for grabs!
Scary Sci-Fi
2. Scary Sci-Fi
October 4, 2021
Host Sunny Anderson locks three pastry chefs inside Hersheypark overnight to create sci-fi-inspired chocolate showpieces that impress judges Ralph Attanasia and Maneet Chauhan. An award-winning chocolatier meets his match in two strong competitors as they race through the park picking up candy and making delicious sweets. An artist who loves to create life-sized cakes struggles with her main character while a young chocolatier has a complete chocolate meltdown over a tempering technique gone terribly wrong. A mid-competition surprise leaves the chefs "mooing" for more time as they must race through the park for another Candy Clue. Finally, the judges hand out some hot compliments and cold critiques when deciding whose chocolate masterpiece is good enough to earn $10,000 and a dream vacation in Hershey, Pennsylvania!
Creepy-Crawly Carnival
1. Creepy-Crawly Carnival
September 27, 2021
Three pastry chefs are locked in an abandoned Hersheypark overnight to reveal who has the most-inspired take on a creepy-crawly carnival. The competitors take a spin on one of the park's most-dizzying rides, and then back in Chocolate World, a self-taught gravity-defying cake artist quickly runs into problems that force her to adjust her design on the fly. Meanwhile, an adrenaline junkie sugar artist almost loses a battle against a 33-pound slab of dark chocolate, and a sculpting enthusiast uses enough Hershey's candy to empty the whole store! With $10,000 and a dream vacation in Hershey, Pennsylvania, on the line, only one chef can truly wow host Sunny Anderson and judges Ralph Attanasia and Maneet Chauhan with their chocolate and candy mastery, interpretation of the theme and tastiness of their treats.
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Where to Watch Chocolate Meltdown: Hershey's After Dark
Chocolate Meltdown: Hershey's After Dark is available for streaming on the Food Network website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch Chocolate Meltdown: Hershey's After Dark on demand at Philo, Amazon, Sling, Google Play, Apple TV and Food Network.
  • Premiere Date
    September 27, 2021
  • IMDB Rating
    7.6  (35)
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