The Taste Master
Channel: SABC3
TX Time: 19h30
Genre: Reality Competition, Advertiser-Funded, Food
South African contestants are put to the test with a series of tasks as they battle it out in the hopes of becoming the new resident foodie on SABC3's Afternoon Express.
The new resident foodie will be able to use the platform to showcase their gastronomic talents while making a name for themselves in the culinary space.
The finalists will go head to head in a series of challenges which will test both their social and culinary skills as each week contestants are given the chop until the ultimate taste master remains.
The finalists will experience a true Christmas market in Belgium which will be their inspiration for the final challenge.
The host of the series is Top Billing presenter and model Harmony Katulondi. The resident judges are Zola Nene and Gregory Czarnecki.
The Bachelorette 15
Channel: Vuzu (DStv 116)
TX Time: 20h30
Genre: Dating Game Show, Reality Competition
Hannah Brown caught the eye of Colton Underwood early on during the 23rd season of The Bachelor, showing him what Alabama Hannah is made of - a fun country girl who is unapologetically herself.
After meeting Colton's family in Denver, Hannah was left shocked and heartbroken when he unexpectedly ended their relationship that same evening.
Returning home gave Hannah the time to reflect and heal from her breakup, gaining a powerful understanding of her desire to be deeply and fiercely loved.
Now, with a newfound sense of self and a little southern charm, she is readier than ever to find her true love.
In the Season 15 premiere, Hannah returns to find her soul mate from an impressive group of 30 hopeful bachelors who are willing to jump the fence and bring out their inner beast, all in the name of love.
Little do they know that "Hannah's Angels" - Demi Burnett and Katie Morton from the 23rd season of The Bachelor - are keeping an eye out on the men from a surveillance van parked by the Bachelor Mansion, for the first time in Bachelor history.
What intel will they gather, and what drama will ensue?
At the end of the night, 22 bachelors remain to toast the Bachelorette, with hearts overflowing and romantic adventures yet to come.
This season, romantic excursions will take Hannah and the men to remarkable locales around the globe, including Scotland, the Netherlands, Latvia and Greece.
This season features special appearances by celebrity couple Jason Biggs and Jenny Mollen, Boston Celtics' Jaylen Brown and Terry Rozier, renowned runway coach Miss J. Alexander, and world famous drag queens Alyssa Edwards and Alaska.
There are also special performances by pop music star Lukas Graham and hit country music artist Jake Owen.
Dr. Ken
Channel: Comedy Central (DStv 122)
TX Time: 20h00
Genre: Comedy
Doctor-turned-actor/comedian Ken Jeong (Community) plays Dr. Ken, a brilliant physician with no bedside manner.
He is always trying to be a good doctor as well as a good husband and dad to his two kids.
However, these good intentions have a way of driving everyone crazy at work and at home.
Luckily, his therapist wife, Allison, is just the right partner to keep things sane.
In the show's premiere episode, Ken is stressed out at work over his whining, complaining patients so he needs a session with his therapist/wife.
Meanwhile back at home, Ken is nervous about his daughter's driving test - what if she doesn't fail?
TVSA Show Page: Dr. Ken
Ax Men Reborn
Channel: HISTORY (DStv 186)
TX Time: 20h15
Genre: Docu-Reality
Ax Men is back with a new season featuring fan-favourite crews and several new logging companies.
Facing an industry in flux, loggers across America are putting everything they have on the line to pull through and keep their businesses afloat.
In the Pacific Northwest, two titans return to the mountain: Craig Rygaard and Mike Pihl.
Both have rallied their trusted troops and have taken on challenging jobs, fighting off stiff competition in the most competitive market in years.
Newcomer Frank Harkness of Harkness Logging finds himself facing similar challenges, taking on an incredibly dangerous mid-winter job with a possible huge pay-day.
In Indiana, Wade Etienne finds himself working harder than usual as he starts to assume responsibility as the new head of his father's logging company.
In the towering trees of Vancouver Island, Buckin' Billy Ray starts to foster a future logger in his son, Hogan.
Dodo Heroes 2
Channel: Discovery Family (DStv 136 / StarSat 222)
TX Time: 18h30
Genre: Wildlife, Docu-Reality
For animal lovers everywhere, this family series features inspiring stories of animals in dire need from around the world — and the people who help them.
Each episode reveals the deep bonds between all kinds of animals and the everyday individuals who protect and save them.
This season features animals ranging from kangaroos and wombats to seals and elephants, from destinations including Ireland, Kenya, the US and Australia.
Every story is as unique as the animals that are rescued, but there's one thing they all have in common - the power of hope and determination to not just survive, but to thrive.
As this series reveals, if you protect the weakest, you can change the world.
Food Paradise International
Channel: Fine Living (StarSat 281)
TX Time: 22h00
Genre: Food, Travel
This series explores the most incredible eateries around the world.
It's a gastronomic treat as the series reveals the most legendary, unique and hidden restaurants serving the juiciest cuts of steak, the cheesiest pizza and unbeatable barbecues.
Visiting different types of eateries, from food trucks to five-star restaurants, locals from South Africa to Argentina show the best places to go in their home town for the ultimate gastronomic fix.
This quest for the best global cuisine features bizarre but brilliant local delicacies as well as internationally renowned dishes.
Bon voyage and bon Appétit.
Jeff Garlin: Our Man in Chicago
Channel: Netflix South Africa
TX Time: 10h00
Genre: Comedy, Special
Comedy veteran Jeff Garlin - best known as Curb Your Enthusiasm's Jeff Greene – brings his new Netflix comedy special.
Filmed in his hometown, Chicago and on the 37th anniversary - to the day - of his comedy debut, the one-hour special is ripe with Garlin's signature blend of storytelling and improv.
The comedian takes viewers on a stroll down memory lane, with some detours into the personal lives of the audience, a few hours in jail and enough donuts to last a lifetime.
He also shares his learnings on love, loss, success and food addiction.