Guy Fieri recently became a something on social media. If you haven’t been to TikTok to see him at a rock concert, you may have seen one of his fake movie posters on Instagram. In August, Vieri inserted a photo of himself on Brad Pitt on a joke sticker for “Burger Train” (ie “Bullet Train”); And in September, he He pictured himself in a poster About “Don’t Worry Dinner” (for example, “Don’t Worry Baby”), with the tagline “Welcome to Flavortown” and a caption that represented a wink and nod to the now-famous Harry Styles star from the Venice press conference.
Despite his love of movies, Vieri is not an entertainment expert. When Fieri was asked to play a game of pop culture trivia at breakfast at the Four Seasons Hotel Beverly Hills, Fieri was unaware of Elton John’s new song with Britney Spears, even though he thought it was cool, and replied, “When do we talk about food?” ?”
His new Food Network show, “Guy’s Ultimate Game Night,” launched earlier this month, combines his admiration for pop culture with his culinary expertise. The Weird Food Contest sees celebrities vying for charity – and a pan dipped in gold.
At breakfast, Vieri barely introduced himself before saying, “I don’t know whose idea this was, but this is a terrible idea. I hate breakfast.” He explains that his usual morning routine includes working out, then having coffee and running out the door. Hating breakfast may be the most surprising thing about the celebrity chef, who proceeded to order avocado toast, grilled asparagus, bacon, turkey, and half-and-half Americano. (Fun fact: He hates scrambled eggs.) Sitting with Fieri, who wears Triple D rings, the top-notch chef is exactly what he appears to be showing on TV: a fun-loving and very energetic, behaving man that certainly doesn’t compare to being one of the most Famous in pop culture – thanks to his blond blonde hair, small beard and metallic jewelry.
Since Phiri won the second season of “Food Network Star” in 2006, his star has leaped to great heights. Today, he hosts six of his own shows on Food Network, and is the highest-paid star in the network, having struck a multi-year deal in 2021 for $80 million. (The Food Network declined to comment on Vieri’s salary, although a source familiar with his deal says diverse The number is accurate.)
Three years ago, Fieri became the third celebrity chef to receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame (after Wolfgang Puck and Bobby Flay), and he wanted a party that fit his quirky ways. While most artists throw a celebratory lunch after the stars party, Fieri throws a full rock party. They said: Where do you want to have your lunch after your star? And I said: What is the luncheon? I don’t want a lunch. I want a rag I want a burger.” Fieri offered to make burgers for 1,000 people. He suggested he perform Mötley Crüe or another of his favorite bands.” I said, let’s do something big. I’m really serious. ”
Vieri got what he asked for – and that’s not all. “What do you do after Grid throws you the greatest party and all your buddies are there and the aliens play and it starts raining?” Vieri says. “Okay, upload 10 of your best friends and drive to the tattoo shop and you’ll all get a star tattoo. I guess I’m probably the only one who got a star and went to get a tattoo for it.”
This is just one of the many stories Vieri tells over the breakfast table. He talks a lot about spreading positivity and living life to the fullest, while sharing personal anecdotes in a seemingly fast fire.
When asked which celebrity he was interested in, he casually recalls meeting one of his idols at Arnold Schwarzenegger’s house. “I said, ‘If I’m coming, I have to cook,'” Ferry shares. He said: No, no, no, we will order sandwiches. I said: I am not Not cooking.’ So, I’m there cooking and Sylvester Stallone comes in—and then, at Al Pacino walks.” In telling this story, Vieri’s jaw was on the floor. “It was like meeting giants,” he said jokingly. “I said, ‘Can I get you something to eat?’” ?” The ‘Godfather’ actor asked for pasta, but not too hot. “I’m terrified to ask him. I said, ‘Sir, how’s it going?” After Pacino had taken a bite, he told Vieri he liked the dish. The chef had to step outside to get some fresh air, and he was so excited.
Ferry randomly recalls being asked to cook for high-ranking guests. He was at the house of his friend and “Top Chef” Michael Voltaggio for the weekend at the NBA All Star where there were a few hundred people for a party that lasted into the wee hours of the morning. Guests were hungry, but the Voltaggio kitchen was relatively empty. Thus, Fieri did what he could with the available ingredients: garlic bread, ramen and kimchi. To this day, when fieri hits up with athletes, they still compliment it on ramen sandwiches.
Vieri sure has a lot to celebrate in his life these days. Aside from signing this lucrative contract last year with Food Network, its home for more than 15 years, it has more than 85 restaurants worldwide; over 175 locations for Flavortown kitchens; his tequila company, Santo; and his own cigar company, Knuckle Sandwich Cigars from Espanosa.
Below, Vieri talks to diverse About his latest show on the Food Network and more.
Where did the idea for “Guy’s Ultimate Game Night” come from?
Not everyone likes the same sports, and not everyone likes the same music or politics, but we all love the world of food. The idea was to run a food-based contest and not take ourselves too seriously. This is a different way to see the people you really appreciate – Super Bowl champions, music stars, actors and actresses, you name it.
You have six offers. How do you balance your schedule?
I now have about 90 restaurants, shows, two boys, 500 goats, a bunch of cars, a bunch of projects, and a bunch of hobbies. I’m building a blacksmith shop and leather shop now. Every day is work and every day is life. I also have a little bit of ADHD – if I have a 90 something I feel a lot better.
At what point did you notice that you were a something?
who am I [Laughs] I was walking into an airport once, and a group of guys said, “He’s the Mayor of Flavortown!” I looked at the film crew with me, and I said, “What’s going on?” Then, there was the FieriCon in New York where they were all dressed up as Anna. But the thing I first went for “no chit” was wishful thinking.
You are very involved in Make a Wish. For your work with the organization, you have been honored with the Chris Greicius Award, named after a 7-year-old battling leukemia.
When I was once asked if I’d visit Make a Wish, and I said sure, I went to this hospital with a 13-year-old boy and stopped on my way to all the fast food restaurants because he wanted me to make a dish called the garbage dish. I got there and was on a ventilator, and it was very emotional. But I made the dish and he said, “Now, it’s all!” [Laughing] I take a few bites and we all laugh. He died five days later. Of all the people who could ask for their wish, this kid would waste his visit on me? I thought, “Wow, this is probably a little bigger than I think.” Not every kid is a music fan, not everyone is a sports fan, but everyone is a foodie. Not everyone can play football, not everyone plays music, but we all eat food. We have since made hundreds of visits.
Do you realize that you are the face of Grid?
I hope they have a better face than mine.
But really, do you realize your importance to the company as a whole?
I believe in honoring people – Emeril [Lagasse]Bobby and Rachel [Ray] And after that. I am one of the team players. I don’t just say that. I really feel that way. I want everyone to succeed. I make presentations for other chefs. I have six shows, but I’m producing five more that I don’t participate in. But really, Grid was great for me. The people who brought me to it guided me, and to this day, I still keep in touch with all of them. I am happy to carry the torch. I get a little bit of protection for our brand – we’re the Food Network, and I don’t like other people playing in our field. I always say to our team, “Don’t let someone else take that idea.”
How much attraction do you have in the network?
It took me three Grid Chiefs to get the “Champions Tournament”. Finally they said, “We’re going to do this show, but we’re not going to do a live audience,” and I said, “Bullshit! You can’t do a live show without a live audience.” I asked you why. They came back to me and said the real reason was that they went over budget. It was about $75,000 for a live audience. So, I said, “Okay, I’ll pay out of my pocket for the live audience.” They said, “What? All right. It’s fine.” So, we did the first day and the first challenge, and we get out of there, and the big boss says to me, “That’s unbelievable. Do you know what I really like the most? I really like the live audience.” I go, “Huh! Don’t say that!”
What other ideas have you created on the net?
One of the first things I said was that we should do cooking shows for the kids. I was clearly told by some childless executives, “If you don’t have kids, you won’t watch kids bake.” And I said, “Bullshit.” Rachael and I did it first with “Rachael vs. Guy: Kids Cook-Off,” and we had such a blast.
How many parties have you attended this year?
this year? Well, the two best parties I’ve ever seen in my life just happened, and those were the two angry concerts against the machine. I’m a huge fan of furies, and I’ve never seen them at prom. But I don’t know – maybe I’ve attended 10 or 15 concerts this year. I went to Stagecoach. I am a big fan of the countryside. I saw Shaq lead. DJ Diesel in Vegas. It is a nice. I don’t know if you’ve been to one of his shows before, but Shaq throws it in.
Have you seen TikTok fascinate you at concerts?
I have seen that…. Yes No. [Laughing] There were some TikToks my kids sent me when I was in Rage…but are there some?
There is a lot. People just love to watch you get excited.
I’ve been waiting for 20 years to watch Rage live… I said [to my son], “I am going.” I was going to go to the hole, but then it was closed. But who – which That would make social media.
What band did you watch the most in concert?
I don’t know. It’s a good race between Chili Peppers, Metallica, Guns N’ Roses, and plenty of AC/DC.
What are you binge watching right now?
Don’t ask me about any TV shows. I don’t watch TV. I mean, I watch sports. I am a football fan.
Who is the Food Network chef who made the best thing you’ve ever eaten?
Antonia Lovaso.
what was?
It was a pasta thing, a truffle thing.
Who will win “Beat Bobby Flay” – you or Bobby?
I think Bobby. Let’s just call it what it is. You have to respect. Bobby Badass. Bobby is an iron chef. Will I accept the challenge? naturally. Do I want Bobby to hit me? no. But the great thing about Bobby and his program is that it gives everyone a chance to play, and he doesn’t turn around if he doesn’t win.
If you were using “minced”, what ingredients would you want in your basket?
Anchovies, strawberry milkshake, boiled beef and smoked sea salt. These are the four things that came to my mind. [Laughs]
What food do you hate?
next question.
Have you ever been to Ina Garten’s house in the Hamptons?
I have not. I’ve never met Ena! But it’s amazing. When I talk about that list of people who deserve recognition and respect, it’s been pretty impressive, just like you did for the network.
How often do you dye your hair?
I don’t dye my hair. I whiten it. big difference. Why, does it have to be done?
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