Big Burger Battle Brings Sizzling Competition to Canadian TV
Toronto – A new culinary showdown is set to fire up screens across Canada as Corus Entertainment’s Big Burger Battle premieres on Monday, April 21, at 9 p.m. ET on Flavour Network and STACKTV. Hosted by award-winning actor and comedian Andrew Phung, the Canadian original series puts the beloved burger in the spotlight with a high-stakes competition that brings together top culinary talent.
Phung is joined by a panel of esteemed judges, including celebrated chef and restaurateur Connie DeSousa and Burger Scholar author and TV personality George Motz. Throughout the season, competitors will face three intense rounds of burger-themed challenges, all leading up to a grand finale where one champion will walk away with a $25,000 cash prize, an all-inclusive Sunwing Vacations trip, and the coveted Big Burger Battle Champion title.
The Ultimate Burger Showdown
Each episode begins with the “Fast Food” challenge, where competitors must transform a mystery ingredient into a unique burger-inspired dish. The chefs with the least impressive creations are sent to “Burgatory,” forced to sit out the next round. In the “Burger Bucks” challenge, the remaining contestants compete for a $5,000 prize, creating a bold and innovative burger featuring a standout ingredient. The final round, “Big Burger Elimination,” sees those exiled to “Burgatory” return for a last chance at redemption, crafting gourmet burgers with a signature side to avoid elimination.
Week after week, the pressure mounts until only three chefs remain. Among the competitors vying for the title are:
- Danielle Casario (Vernon River, PEI) – Owner of The Seafood Shack
- Christina Fitzgerald (St. Louis, MO) – Chef
- Stefan Jacob (Terrebonne, QC) – Owner of Le Gras Dur Restaurant and Food Trucks
- Jae Lee (New York, NY) – Owner of Nowon
- Marissa Leon-John (Terrebonne, QC) – Private Chef
- Tu Le (Edmonton, AB) – Owner of Jack’s Burger Shack
- Tyler Thrift (Brooklyn, NY) – Chef and Co-Owner of Virginia Smashburginia
Major Sponsors Join the Battle
Several industry-leading brands are backing the sizzling competition. Hellmann’s is the official condiment sponsor, infusing the series with in-show branding, product visuals, and two custom challenges that highlight its premium mayonnaise. Portofino Bakery serves as the official bread and bun sponsor, supplying artisan loaves and rolls for contestants to elevate their burger creations. Think Turkey joins as the official protein sponsor, bringing fresh, high-quality turkey to the competition and featuring in a custom challenge that encourages Canadians to explore alternative burger options.
Viewers Can Win Big
Fans tuning into Big Burger Battle can also take home a major prize. Flavour Network is offering a $15,000 grocery giveaway, with daily code words revealed at 9 p.m. ET throughout April. Viewers can enter the contest at flavournetwork.ca/article/watchandwin, launching March 14.
For additional details, contestant bios, and exclusive content, visit flavournetwork.ca.
With sizzling action, creative burger builds, and fierce competition, Big Burger Battle is set to become a must-watch for food lovers and reality TV fans alike.
