Recipe for Success is a food reality television series

Food reality television series

Food reality television is a common subgenre of television programming, reality television that is somehow themed on food. Some shows within the genre have a competitive aspect, others are similar in nature to documentaries, and others try to help the subjects involved. Many shows in the genre...

 that follows entrepreneurs who trade their jobs in to follow their dreams.

On Food Network

Food Network

Food Network is a television specialty channel that airs both one-time and recurring programs about food and cooking. Scripps Networks Interactive owns 70 percent of the network, with Tribune Company controlling the remaining 30 percent....

's Canadian station, it is broadcast on Sundays at 2:30 PM. It uses the same theme song as The Next Food Network Star

The Next Food Network Star

The Next Food Network Star is a reality television series produced by and aired on the Food Network in the United States that awards the winner his or her own series on the Food Network...

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It is also a popular TV competition for £1000, in which, a different couple take over a restaurant for two sitting, each day of the working week. They are given a team of professional staff who will work to the amateurs menu's. One amateur takes on the role of Head Chef, while the other takes on the role of front of house manager. On Friday whoever has made the most money wins the money won on each day of that week. Presented by Simon Rimmer.