Pointless bartender on “Triple Threat”

[u/Important_Kangaroo41]

Why is she there but to add to the contrived studio/bar setting? The Bobby Flay shows are so overproduced with the fake engagement and the unnecessary angst about how everyone there wants Flay to lose.

Also, did she have some kind of facial injury? Looks like her face is caved in.

[u/Confettireadi]

It’s supposed to resemble a speakeasy. It’s meant to be secretive and alluring. If we all know the bar keeps name, she could get arrested.

It is just meant to be a part of the theme.

[u/Any_Razzmatazz9926]

Two things: a) Google “Who is the bartender on Triple Threat” and you’ll find they’re a real person and b) sharing the opinion that “looks like her face caved in” in cruel and dehumanizing to say which is probably what you were going for but if it’s not please do better next time. Yes, the show has the same fake style as Throwdown and every other reality tv show, food or otherwise, because it is fake to begin with.

[u/laurahirshy]

was that second paragraph necessary?

[u/KarinsDogs]

Her name is Ginn, and Bobby has introduced her before. She’s actually known for high end cocktails in New York City.

[u/maine_coon2123]

I just wish they would introduce her once or something, it’s so awkward how they interact with her fairly frequently yet she doesn’t say anything or look at the camera at all. It feels very Downton Abbeyish where the servers are not allowed to interact with the “higher” folks

I’ve seen this done better in another show where they periodically remind us the bartender’s name and he just sends a little wave while they get back to the interview/program

[u/TALKTOME0701]

I think a bartender is cool, but those weirdly grinning people sitting around are uncomfortable

[u/hiryu2d]

Season 1 showed the chefs/contestants having a cocktail in between rounds or sipping one while the others cooked. That concept was nuked, but the bartender still creates drinks for everyone, including the audience.

[u/Important_Kangaroo41 → u/hiryu2d]

Thank you.

[u/beentheredonesome]

I'd like one of those at my work. She doesn't bother me. I'd actually like it if she spent 15 seconds explaining how to make the cocktail.

[u/emoforever1927]

Am I the only one that weirdly likes her and was glad to see her back this season? I don't even drink 😆 But I've always noticed her there and that consistency is nice in a show throughout seasons. I think it's amusing that she is just there to fix anyone drinks and think the whole vibe of the show sets it apart! I am also very into the 1920s and the vibe of that time so I enjoy that part too! And I don't think she looks different?

In short - I honestly feel like me noticing/liking her presence is just as odd as you noticing her negatively? She's really just a background 'character' I guess but she deserves to be noticed for her work! 😅

maybe I'm wrong 🤷‍♀️

[u/Secure-Document-8479]

On That Andy Cohen show, watch what happens live, they interact with the bartender every segment.

[u/Icy_Bag_1200]

People interacted more with Chrissy Teagan on Lipsync Battle