Connecticut: Foxwoods to host Chef Gordon Ramsay’s Hell’s Kitchen series

Tuesday, March 26, 2024 8:52 PM
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  • Rege Behe, CDC Gaming

Hell’s Kitchen is coming to Foxwoods Resort Casino.

The Connecticut operator Tuesday announced that the 23rd and 24th seasons of Chef Gordon Ramsay’s television series will be filmed at the resort casino through in an exclusive partnership between Foxwoods and ITV America.

“We’re thrilled to welcome the Hell’s Kitchen cast and crew to Foxwoods and are honored to collaborate with ITV America for this pivotal moment in the show’s legacy,” said Foxwoods President and CEO Jason Guyot in a statement. “Gordon Ramsay’s fiery star power set against the backdrop of Foxwoods’ stunning property guarantees that the next two seasons of Fox’s show will deliver an unparalleled culinary showdown and viewing experience for Hell’s Kitchen fans. We look forward to highlighting Foxwoods as an unrivaled global resort destination for audiences – and travelers – worldwide.”

For the first time in the series’ history, a custom set will be built on the property to accommodate the show. Construction of the studio is currently underway and scheduled for completion at the end of April.

Foxwoods relationship with Ramsay started in July 2023 with the opening of a Hell’s Kitchen restaurant on the property.

“When we first approached Foxwoods about the opportunity, we knew it would be a challenging deal to put together,” said ITV America CEO David George, “but Jason and his team have exceeded expectations as partners. The space being created is perfect for the needs of Hell’s Kitchen, and we hope it’s just the first of many series we produce at Foxwoods.”

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