Lower Gwynedd teen Mikey Robins will make his mark on national television when he appears on a special edition of the Food Network’s show “Chopped” tonight, according to the Ambler Gazette.
Robins, a Germantown Academy sophomore, will appear in the show’s “Teen Invasion” episode tonight at 10pm.
“Chopped,” which is hosted by culinary celebrity Ted Allen, is a cooking competition show that begins with four contestants and ends with one contestant, who then earns the title of “Chopped Champion,” along with $10,000.
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According to Robins, “Chopped” was holding an open casting for those who were interested in competing in the teen episode. He filled out an application and participated in a lengthy application procedure that involved interviews and camera testing.
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