It’s official: Daniel Boulud is the culinary star of summer 2024. Fresh off his feature in Wine Spectator magazine, Boulud shines in the highly anticipated third season of The Bear.
For those needing a refresher, The Bear, produced by FX and streaming on Hulu, features Jeremy Allen White as chef Carmy Berzatto. Carmy, originally a Michelin-starred chef, inherits his late brother’s Italian beef stand and transforms it into one of Chicago’s most talked-about eateries by the end of Season 2.
The show tackles some very mature themes within its drama-heavy narrative, delivering performances that lead to intense and often uncomfortable conversations. Notably, Jeremy Allen White, Ayo Edebiri, and Ebon Moss-Bachrach have all earned Emmys for their roles.
He’s filled with a lot of guilt, a lot of shame
, shares Jeremy Allen White about his portrayal of Carmy’s journey. This emotional depth further intensifies in Season 3, which features unprecedented culinary cameos from chefs like René Redzepi and Thomas Keller.
Season Three Premiere Highlights
The third season kicks off with an extended flashback to Carmy’s education at prestigious dining establishments like The French Laundry and Noma. René Redzepi makes a cameo appearance in the premiere episode alongside Thomas Keller, who appears later in the season.
One notable scene unfolds in episode 3 where Corey Hendrix plays the wine steward. His struggle with a corkscrew highlights the restaurant’s inconsistent attention to detail in its wine service, providing a rare moment of imperfection for viewers to ponder over.
Star-Studded Finale
Season 3’s finale is packed with iconic chefs. Olivia Colman reprises her role as Andrea Terry for a farewell dinner commemorating the closing of Ever. As she retires, fictional and real-life culinary worlds intertwine with guest appearances from chefs like Grant Achatz and Thomas Keller.
I was honored to host so many of my peers from across the nation for these memorable scenes
, says Curtis Duffy about filming the finale at Ever, hoping fans appreciate both the liberties taken for storytelling and Ever’s reality as a thriving establishment.
The Emotional Core of Season Three
More than anything, Season 3 zeroes in on coping mechanisms—dealing with loss, divorce, pregnancy, debt, and interpersonal relationships. As Jeremy Allen White reveals: To get an idea of how Carmy will be in Season 3…think back to ‘Review’—the shame-filled way he treated everybody.
Such reflections set up an intense exploration of Carmy’s psyche.
An All-Star Cast Keeps Viewers Engaged
Jeremy Allen White delivers some of his most emotional scenes yet as Carmy Berzatto. This is especially evident in moments where he confronts his haunted past and turbulent emotions.
Final Thoughts on Season Three
Season 3 of The Bear is not just another installment; it’s a deep dive into the complexities of human emotion and professional turmoil. With high-stakes culinary drama and profound personal journeys intertwined, this season brings everything that fans love about the show—and more—to the table. Even if family and work drama isn’t your main course, watching this stellar cast craft jaw-dropping dishes remains an irresistible treat.
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