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ITV Begins Filming The Heat, Its Mediterranean-Set Culinary Reality Series

Hosted by Love Island alum Olivia Attwood alongside Michelin-starred mentor Jean-Christophe Novelli the show delivers high-pressure culinary challenges fused with behind-the-scenes drama to attract younger viewers on ITV2 or ITVX.

Overview

  • Filming is under way at Barcelona’s Port Vell Marina with ten chefs living and competing in a pop-up summer restaurant.
  • The 10-part series is set to premiere on ITV2 and ITVX in 2026.
  • Olivia Attwood will host the show, leveraging her Love Island fame and recent presenting roles.
  • Jean-Christophe Novelli will mentor contestants through intense kitchen trials and enforce promotions, demotions and sackings.
  • ITV aims to leverage the hybrid format and Mediterranean setting to build on past reality successes for a younger audience.