Alex Guarnaschelli, the fierce and beloved chef known for her commanding presence on Alex Versus America, surprised fans with a glimpse into a more personal side on September 24th. Sharing a screenshot of a private Instagram chat with fellow Food Network star Eric Aapong, Alex revealed a conversation far removed from the heat of the kitchen. Instead, it centered on Eric’s single status—and Alex’s determination to change that.
The exchange began sweetly, with Alex reaching out: “Hi, my friend. Was just thinking of you. What are you up to?” Eric’s humble response reflected his grounded lifestyle: “Hey, friend. Been working a lot and hanging with my daughter. Not much else. You know my lifestyle.” But then Alex dropped a bombshell: “That’s it. I need to find you a girlfriend.”
Eric’s response was immediate and welcoming: “If there is anyone that can help, it be you. So, yes, chef, please.” With her trademark confidence, Alex sealed the deal: “I’m on it.”
The post quickly went viral, amassing nearly 800,000 views and thousands of comments within hours. Fans eagerly threw their hats into the matchmaking ring, with one humorously declaring, “Hold on, let me get divorced real quick.” Others cheered Alex on, convinced she was the perfect person to find Eric love.
But the excitement didn’t stop with fans. Fellow Food Network personalities joined the fun, adding their own humorous takes. Arty Sequa joked about assembling a panel of Indian aunties to help find Eric’s match, while Manita Chowan’s name was tossed around as part of the matchmaking squad. Michael Simon took it a step further, pitching a spin-off show titled Alex Versus Aapong: Cooking for Love. Jet Tila enthusiastically endorsed the idea, saying he would watch it “the hell out of that show.” Even Tiffany Derry chimed in, admitting she once tried to set Eric up herself—though her attempt ended as a “Bachelor Chef edition fail.”
The timing couldn’t be better. With Alex Versus America returning for its fifth season on October 7th, this playful and heartwarming interaction has added a fresh layer of excitement for fans. While the show is known for its intense culinary battles, the genuine friendship and now matchmaking mission between Alex and Eric have become a new highlight.
Will Alex’s matchmaking efforts succeed? Could Eric, a devoted father and talented chef, find love with her help—or perhaps even on a future Food Network show? While the answer remains to be seen, one thing is clear: this lighthearted confession has sparked more buzz and joy than any elimination round ever could.
In a world hungry for connection, Alex and Eric’s story reminds us that sometimes the best recipe includes a dash of love. And as the comments continue to pour in, fans eagerly await the next chapter in this unexpected culinary romance.