Chef Jeff is back

Bobby Flay -- I am your body double!

• I am Bobby Flay once again: It's official, Iron Chef America called me last week to be a body double for Bobby Flay.  Added bonus: a video clip of Iron Chef with me in it. [Sahara Hotnights - Nerves]
• The story of how I got to be a Faux Flay: It included me responding to an ad with the following email:

  • "I have been told I am a spitting image of Bobby Flay. I didn't even know who he was until someone said I should go cook something for them.

    That said, I have no experience acting, but I have been behind the camera for several years. I thought I might have a random shot at this. I am 6 ft, 170 lbs. I am in shape (ran a marathon a month ago)...I realize this is a long shot, but I am very professional and if it's worth anything, a fun guy to have on the set.

    I, of course, happen to think I'm better looking than Mr. Flay, but I hope that doesn't compromise my chances of being picked. Also, I recently produced a promotional video for the NY Restaurant Association -- it was the New York State Prostart culinary competition for high school kids. So I am not afraid of getting up close and personal with knives or raging flames and the like..."

• I'm a better double than the rest: People actually mistook me for Flay.  The other doubles didn't have the same resemblance I had.  I feel special. [Sahara Hotnights - Hangin]