Toni's mother (Jenifer Lewis) becomes tipsy when meeting Todd's family for the first time; Maya flirts with William's new friend, Evan.

Maya decides to improve her standing at the law firm by becoming William's assistant; Lynn wraps up her AIDS documentary, which ends on a surprising note.

Mona hatches a plan to sign a hot new recording artist, Asia (guest star Faith Evans), to Delicious Records.

Dee Dee cannot contain her jealousy when her ex-boyfriend is about to marry, so she tells his fiancee about their relationship.

Feeling alienated from friends and family, Mona parties on the eve of a big presentation.

Mona tries to ease tension created by her friendship with Dee Dee's nemesis, Stephanie, by inviting them both out to a restaurant.

Spencer must control a rebellious performer (guest star Ginuwine) in order to prove he is executive material.

Dee Dee believes she has found the perfect man in Carter (Yancy Arias), until she discovers he is divorced and has two children.

J.T. and Grant (Sharif Atkins) both propose to Shelly at her birthday party.

As Shelly starts making plans for the wedding, her mother, Beverly (Penny Johnson Jerald), visits and tries to convince her that marriage is a bad idea.

A personal and professional feud with Shelly erupts when Janie and Rita decide to start their own line of items at DivaStyle.

Unable to fit into her own dress, Shelly decides to wear a customer's dress to the Black and White Ball with Jalen, only to be caught by the client.

Shelly and Janie argue over lottery winnings, putting their longstanding friendship at risk.

Rita threatens to leave the partnership when Shelly and Janie refuse to let her be the new face of DivaStyle.

The church choir begs for mercy when Nikki (Mo'Nique) replaces Kim (Countess Vaughn) as soloist. Guest star: Joseph C. Phillips, Fred Hammond and Kym E. Whitley.

Nikki's new friend (guest star Karen Bankhead) begins to imitate her in a creepy way; Kim (Countess Vaughn) gives up solid foods for two weeks. With Mo'Nique.

Nikki's bothered by her ex-husband's relationship with Andell and professor Oglevee's romance with the school's new dean.

Nikki impersonates a doctor in order to be with a hospitalized Oglevee; Kim, Stevie and T's video airs on MTV.

When Kim (Countess Vaughn) loses her memory, Nikki (Mo'Nique) and the others gather around to help her remember her life.

Kim rekindles an old romance; Nikki hopes to make Professor Oglevee jealous by dating one of his friends.

Mona hatches a plan to sign a hot new recording artist, Asia (guest star Faith Evans), to Delicious Records.

Dee Dee cannot contain her jealousy when her ex-boyfriend is about to marry, so she tells his fiancee about their relationship.

Feeling alienated from friends and family, Mona parties on the eve of a big presentation.

Mona tries to ease tension created by her friendship with Dee Dee's nemesis, Stephanie, by inviting them both out to a restaurant.

Spencer must control a rebellious performer (guest star Ginuwine) in order to prove he is executive material.

Dee Dee believes she has found the perfect man in Carter (Yancy Arias), until she discovers he is divorced and has two children.

Dee Dee's Thanksgiving dinner leads to high drama as an unexpected guest and a confession take center stage.

Dee Dee musters up the courage to introduce Carter (guest star Yancy Arias) to Big Dee Dee and Charles.

When Mona learns that her new boyfriend is living out of his luxury car, she finds it hard to continue their relationship.

When Dee Dee loses a game of poker to Mona, she has difficulty accepting that she is not the best at something.

In this episode Chef JJ jumps in the kitchen and whips up some recipes that he calls feel good food. He fuels the body with a hearty red lentil soup, then prepares a protein packed smoothie.

In this episode JJ gets his inspiration from the NYC style chopped cheese sandwich. First it's a ground beef, onion, and cheese sandwich, then it's a lobster and shrimp cheese bowl.

Chef Jernard prepares a meal of bone in short ribs served over white rice and with a cheesy layered collard green bake.

The chef makes candy apple wings, served with brussels sprouts and then he brings it on home with hot lemon pepper turkey wings.

This episode is all about Cuban favorites that are near and dear to Bren's heart. First, it's juicy and tender pork chops with mojo sauce that's packed with flavor, served with Plantain Fu-Fu that makes the meal filling and complete.

On this episode, it's super simple appetizers and drinks perfect for any party. She starts with Taro Root Fritters and a Cotton Candy Martini. Then it's her twist on guacamole with grilled pineapples, served with a smokey whisky sour.

Jake and Jazz transform a bedroom to a relaxing guest retreat. Jake makes a headboard from a door he buys at a thrift shop and Jazz adds calming, colors & textures. The reveal meal is Fried Rice with Tempura Seafood, and Ginger Shortbread Cookies.

In this episode, Jake taps into the family's love of nature and builds a live edge coffee table, and Jazz accents the room in warm cozy earth tone colors. The reveal meal is ramen with fish cakes, and a delicious triple chocolate cake.

Essie loves good cocktails, but she always wants to make sure there's good finger food to go along with the drinks. Her must have cocktail and food on this episode is a smooth and delicious Hibiscus drink served with her yummy Ghanaian Meat Pies.

If you like seafood, then you will love what Essie is cooking up in this episode. It's prawns in a Mango Coconut Chili Curry Sauce and a Creamy Pasta with Clams, Scallops, and Shrimp. Delicious, comfy, cozy, and saucy!

This episode Bren celebrates brunch Atlanta and DC style. She starts out with a lavender egg white martini. Then it's Bren's version of chicken and waffles with maple bourbon syrup.

This episode is all about food on the lighter side, but packed with flavor. We kick things off with blackened grilled shrimp salad with pickled onions, tomato jam & blue cheese. Then it's southern style collard greens made with smoked turkey.

In this episode Bren put her touch on some Afro Cuban Favorites, she makes a tender juicy, flavorful Chicken Fricassee. Then she cooks up Plantains with a Garlic Citrus dipping Sauce, and she serves it all perfectly cooked & seasoned pearl couscous.

Chef Bren recreates her favorite global flavors, bridging the tropical shores of Fiji with the refined elegance of France. Her nod to France is pan-seared branzino with crisped skin, draped in a luxurious Champagne cream sauce and topped.

It's a new school fish fry with battered and fried halibut fingers, a mix of sweet potatoes and russet potatoes fries, all served with purple and green creamy coleslaw.

Chef lays out a southern meal; first, it's Texas caviar black eye pea salad, then, blackened sweet and spicy catfish with sautéed cabbage, followed by char broiled oysters with parmesan.

Chef Jernard lays out a meatless meal that is full of flavor, he makes a BBQ'd jack fruit pulled pork like sandwich with creamy broccoli slaw; then it's a plant based smash burger with sweet potato fries drizzled in garlic honey sauce.

Chef lays out some grab and go food that people may want to have at their next party; on the menu is an egg cheeseburger and a chopped southern fried shrimp BLT slider.

It's a flavor fest as Chef Jernard elevates comfort food, turning mac and cheese into a decadent dish topped with crispy pork belly; the cocktail of the day is a refreshing green orchard blossom.

Chef Jernard makes the ultimate seafood dishes, pan-fried red snapper with mango salsa and crispy salmon bites served with a spicy dipping sauce.

Mona gets upset when her boss takes credit for the Delicious Records talent search.

Dee Dee begs for an introduction when she learns her mother's co-star (T.C. Carson) is the husband of her role model, Maxine (Erika Alexander).

When Spencer ruins Mona's chance to secure Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis as judges for the Delicious Records talent contest, Mona is left looking for other judges at the last minute.

Mona panics when her boss tells her she must work with Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis to pick the winner from among the five finalists.

When Mona finds out that Dee Dee has reunited with her ex-boyfriend (Yancey Arias), she is disappointed that Dee Dee did not trust her enough to tell her.

When Dee Dee turns down Mona's request for a favor, Mona regrets telling her not to let people take advantage of her.

Neesee reveals that she intends to keep Robert's last name, even though they are officially divorced.

Neesee starts dating her handsome dentist (Boris Kodjoe); Robert's jealousy escalates to a childish competition.

Robert insists that both Tia and Neesee be included in a profile of his home life only to learn that Neesee has been edited out.

Bobby Jr. has trouble adjusting when Tia moves into the house with Robert.

A recently divorced college buddy (Will Smith) returns to Los Angeles and ends up romantically entangled with Neesee.

Robert and Tia's passion is checked by a fear of exposure; Neesee wants to use Robert's contacts to start a catering business.

Kim tries to adjust to the news that Michael is a single father; Professor Oglevee considers his feelings about Nikki.

When Kim (Countess Vaughn) decides to raise Alisa on her own, the baby's birth mother (guest star Natashia Williams) arrives to claim her; professor Oglevee (Dorien Wilson) admits to himself that he loves Nikki (Mo'Nique).

A smitten professor Oglevee enlists the help of R&B singer Brian McKnight to serenade Nikki; Kim baby-sits T's boisterous cousin.

Nikki and Kim elect themselves superintendents of their apartment building despite lacking technical expertise.

Nikki cooks up her own line of cosmetics after discovering that beauty broker Lady Egyptian is a charlatan.

Boxer Laila Ali trains Nikki for a bout in the ring with a woman who has set her sights on professor Oglevee.

Mona gets upset when her boss takes credit for the Delicious Records talent search.

Dee Dee begs for an introduction when she learns her mother's co-star (T.C. Carson) is the husband of her role model, Maxine (Erika Alexander).

When Spencer ruins Mona's chance to secure Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis as judges for the Delicious Records talent contest, Mona is left looking for other judges at the last minute.

Mona panics when her boss tells her she must work with Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis to pick the winner from among the five finalists.

When Mona finds out that Dee Dee has reunited with her ex-boyfriend (Yancey Arias), she is disappointed that Dee Dee did not trust her enough to tell her.

When Dee Dee turns down Mona's request for a favor, Mona regrets telling her not to let people take advantage of her.

When Mona is offered a different job at another record label, she must decide whether to stay or move on.

When Big Dee Dee crashes Phyllis' charity telethon meeting, Phyllis loses it and tells everyone that Big Dee Dee was pregnant before she married Charles.

When Phyllis gets into trouble with her Homeowner's Association, Dee Dee defends her, but winds up causing more trouble.

As law school graduation draws near, Dee Dee feels pressure because she has no job yet; Mona panics when Phyllis finds a fantastic apartment in her neighborhood.

Thick flavorful and delicious is the only way to describe Cheff JJ's Down home gumbo. He is joined in the kitchen with New York's famous foodie Dominek better known as "Dom N' the city".

In this episode, Chef JJ is keeping it fresh and delicious. The catch of the day is fried catfish and shrimp fried to perfection, served along with creamy coleslaw.

Jernard lays out a seafood boil with crab, sausage, corn and potatoes; crawfish fried rice with seasoning.

Chef Jernard gives a taste of the Caribbean islands; he cooks up curried oxtails with steamed sautéed cabbage spiced just right with a little island heat.

It's all about small plates with big flavor when Bren shows how to make some of her favorite tapas, including a delicious ceviche and her favorite recipe for chicken croquettes.

Bren is keeping it fresh and delicious in this episode! She cooks up fresh Black Bass smothered it in a spicy tomato sauce. Then she lays out char grilled oysters with a garlic butter sauce and parmesan cheese.

Jake and Jazz turn a basement into a family hangout space. Jake adds texture to the walls, and Jazz adds pops of color for that wow factor! On the menu are salmon burgers with sweet potato fries, and carrot cupcakes.

Jake and Jazz give Kela a glamorous redesign in her bedroom. Jake creates a mirror, while Jazz adds to the glamour with soft shades of pink. The reveal meal is sea bass and potatoes and a rose water, orange flavored cake.

Rashonda and Eric want an outdoor paradise. Jake builds an air condition unit cover. Jazz adds an outdoor rug, furniture, and fire pit. For the reveal Jake makes Salmon Steaks Baked with Alfredo Sauce. Jazz bakes Mini Cheesecakes topped with fruit.

Stacy and the family want the ultimate family room. Jake builds a large chalkboard while Jazz finds jumbo games that double as decorations. For the reveal, Jake makes Caribbean & Mexican Chicken Enchiladas. Jazz bakes off Chunky Monster Cookies.

Jake and Jazz merge fashion and function for Aria and her impressive book collection. Jake makes a custom bookshelf, and Jazz brings in new lighting and accent pieces. On the menu is Jake's Fettucine with Crab Cake Bake and Jazz makes Kiwi Lime pie.

Kalen is a busy host and influencer. He wants a hotel vibe in his bedroom. Jazz brings it with dramatic curtains, colors, and accessories. Jake adds refurbished classic nightstands. Jake makes Truffle Mafaldine, and Jazz makes a Tiramisu.

Qualah wants her living room to reflect her love of music. Jake designs an art piece with a music theme, while Jazz adds curtains, tables, and lighting to complete the look. The reveal meal is Seafood Stuffed Shells, and a Lemon Vanilla Bundt Cake.

Jake & Jazz revamp Yassmin's kitchen to show off her love of baking. Jazz pops the space in shades of pink with the perfect storage options. Jake makes a combo workstation/table on wheels. The meal is Chicken Piccata and Red Velvet Cinnamon Rolls.

Dominique meets with her sister Christina, a realtor, to stage a client's home, only to discover a tiny budget and short timeline. Challenged to be frugal and creative, Dominique's ideas and unexpected discovery turn a dated home into a show-stopper.

Dominique is bringing it home as she remixes her mom's kitchen. The kitchen has been the exact same way for over 20 years and her mom, Dawn, finally thinks it's time for an upgrade. Dominique comes up with a custom design that is sure to leave her..

Dominique and Dre transform Dre's sister Raina and her husband Jarrod's bedroom. After a terrifying experience left Raina unwilling to redesign the room herself, it's now up to Dominique and Dre to create a peaceful retreat where Raina and Jarrod ...

Dominique agrees to help Lydia remix her dining room, where an incredible chandelier provides the initial inspiration; after some deliberation, Dominique proposes an unexpected change.

Dominique meets with first-time client Kim for a home office remix; as a dedicated cheerleading coach and businesswoman, Kim's office is at the core of all she does, so she needs Dominique to create a space that drives creativity and productivity.

Dominique meets with first-time home owner Tom, to transform his new home into his personal sanctuary. And afterwards, Dominique decides to show Dre her appreciation by creating a special gift for him.

Mona's insecurities threaten her budding relationship with her new tenant, Lorenzo.

Phyllis teaches dismayed Big Dee Dee how to live on a budget.

Dee Dee's life changes direction when she gets an unexpected career opportunity.

Dee Dee must resolve her differences with a competitive co-worker, Brett Mahoney (Joey Lawrence), in order for them to win over a new client.

Phyllis tries to set Mona up with handsome firefighter Glen (Coby Bell), but he winds up falling for Phyllis.

The sisters are in a bidding war when Dee Dee's first client decides to give up baseball for a musical career.

Bobby Jr. believes his dad is the real Santa Claus after he catches Santa kissing Tia; Tia's father (James Avery) visits.

The catering business is booming when Bobby starts acting out, forcing Neesee to balance her career and his needs.

After Larry allows Tia's old friend to stay with them, he becomes suspicious of his motives toward Tia; Neesee and Alex take over Robert's kitchen.

Neesee is furious when she finds out that Robert has taught their son to box; Alex tries a few moves on her trainer (Sugar Shane Mosley).

Robert's college buddy, Johnny (Will Smith), returns to see Neesee, and they all take a road trip to Las Vegas.

Neesee proposes to Robert's college buddy, Johnny (Will Smith), but the newly engaged couple is too afraid to tell him.

Tamar Braxton and her mother, Evelyn, affectionately known as Ms. E, are in the kitchen as they cook up some of their favorite classic recipes while dishing out the tea.

It's all about seafood, with baked salmon, sauteed spinach and a shrimp alfredo sauce. Topped off with a seafood salad with shrimp & jumbo lump crab.

Tamar & Ms. E make a family favorite. Chicken a la King made with sauteed chicken thighs, carrots & peas in a cream sauce, served over toast.

Tamar turns the kitchen over to Ms. E and her son Logan to prepare Logan's favorite meal; they make Salisbury steak, rice, and gravy with broccoli.

Today it's recipes from Ms. E's kitchen. Yellow mustard fried chicken, big boy buttermilk biscuits and a mom & daughter fried cabbage cook off.

It's game night with a loaded charcuterie board filled with yummy meats, cheeses, crackers & spreads. Crunchy cheese corn dip, and peachy margaritas.

Tamar Braxton and her mother, Evelyn, affectionately known as Ms. E, are in the kitchen as they cook up some of their favorite classic recipes while dishing out the tea.

Tamar Braxton and her mother, Evelyn, affectionately known as Ms. E, are in the kitchen as they cook up some of their favorite classic recipes while dishing out the tea.

Mona's insecurities threaten her budding relationship with her new tenant, Lorenzo.

Phyllis teaches dismayed Big Dee Dee how to live on a budget.

Dee Dee's life changes direction when she gets an unexpected career opportunity.

Dee Dee must resolve her differences with a competitive co-worker, Brett Mahoney (Joey Lawrence), in order for them to win over a new client.

Phyllis tries to set Mona up with handsome firefighter Glen (Coby Bell), but he winds up falling for Phyllis.

The sisters are in a bidding war when Dee Dee's first client decides to give up baseball for a musical career.

Chef JJ shares great recipes with sports anchor Khristina Williams. On the menu are lamb shanks with sweet potato polenta, and the cocktail of the day is champagne infused with mango and ginger beer.

Chef JJ Is keeping it fresh and delicious and it's all about fresh fish in this episode. He cooks up a whole Branzino with citrus herbs, encrusted in salt and baked,then he lays out a BBQ salmon bites with a citrus herb salad.

Chef Jernard shows how he keeps meals healthy, easy and delicious; he makes a mason jar salad with grilled chicken breast and then makes a smoked onion, watermelon, and feta salad with blackened shrimp.

Home cookin' is all about good food and creating family memories; Chef Jernard offers a taste of his favorite meals, including sweet tea-brined crispy fried chicken, sautéed collard green cabbage mixture, and hot and delicious cornbread.

On this episode, Bren shares some of her favorite street foods from Cuba and Jamaica. First, she cooks up her version of jerk chicken patties, and then it's Papa Rellena, a stuffed potato done Cuban style.

Bren makes some of her favorite foods that pay homage to her mother and grandmother. She lays out a Chickpea & Tripe Stew and then sweetens things up with a salted caramel & espresso flan.

It's all about a space for relaxation, Jake makes a modernized day bed for meditation and Jazz brings tranquil vibes with plush pillows, and relaxing colors. On the menu is spicy penne pasta and cinnamon roll sticky cake.

Jake and Jazz create an incredible living space for the outdoors. Jake lays out an outdoor kitchen, while jazz brings in modern furniture and bold colors! They make grilled chicken skewers and a grilled banana dessert.

Dirk's estranged brother (Tyra Banks) reveals he has had a sex-change operation; Robert's mother (Patti LaBelle) collapses during a visit.

Neesee's child-support check bounces when Tia accidentally gives Robert's sister, Carmen (Tisha Campbell-Martin), money that was intended for Bobby Jr.; Dirk and Jonelle try to start a romance.

Robert tries to prove his love for Tia by having a wedding that is more extravagant than his first wedding to Neesee.

Robert forgets Tina's birthday until the last minute, when he frantically enlists Neesee and Bobby's help to throw together a surprise party.

Breanna and her friends stage a protest when they learn a mayoral candidate wants to close their school.

Flex and Breanna fall under a mysterious spell that causes them to switch bodies, forcing them to see each other's point of view.

Miss Swain (Kim Fields) discovers Arnaz living at the school, and he reluctantly turns to his estranged father (Tim Meadows) for help.

When Arnaz's band hires a cute female lead singer (Cherie), Breanna fears Arnaz may have a passion for more than music.

Joan's steamy encounter with a handsome stranger (Malik Yoba) puts her relationship with Ellis in danger.

Maya becomes jealous when Joan chooses to confide in her new assistant, Peaches, about her affair with Brock.

Ellis unknowingly invites Joan's lover (Malik Yoba) to dinner; Maya wins William over with her legal expertise.

Lynn, distrusting of her celibate relationship, tracks down Sivad's ex-girlfriend in an attempt to learn more about his sexual history; Joan and William struggle to stop Toni from going on wild shopping sprees.

After Dee Dee hassles her, Mona agrees to revisit her past and attend her 10-year high-school reunion.

Wanting to avoid the task himself, Spencer asks Dee Dee to break up with his girlfriend (Taraji P. Henson) for him.

Dee Dee has ulterior motives when she invites Mona to a weekend at the spa.

Charles and Spencer intervene when Dee Dee protests a co-worker's (Joey Lawrence) misogynist questioning.

Big Dee Dee decides to boost her spirits by throwing herself a big holiday legends ball.

Dee Dee struggles with her lack of a personal life when she realizes that everyone else has a partner.

Shelly and Janie learn their former partner will be modeling for their biggest competitor as they prepare to unveil their new clothing line.

When Janie vents about her mother-in-law on a popular radio show, she ends up revealing more information than she intended.

During an interview with a local news reporter, the women learn that the manufacturer of their new clothing line runs a sweat shop.

Janie becomes convinced that Marty secretly has a crush on Shelly.

Arriving home for the holidays, Shelly discovers that one of her mother's favorite students has taken over her bedroom.

After learning of his former relationship with Shelly, J.T.'s new girlfriend Rochelle (Kim Fields) feels threatened and demands that J.T. choose between her and Shelly.

Nikki moves into Andell's apartment after Kim's new boyfriend (Chaz Lamar Shepherd) moves in with her.

Nikki must stop the immortal Cleopatra from stealing professor Oglevee's soul; Stevie and T throw a Halloween party to raise money for a local charity, but Kim thinks the party is for her birthday.

Nikki enlists girls to peddle her cookies in exchange for concert tickets; rapper Lil' Kim hosts karaoke night.

Nikki discovers a startling secret when she and relatives participate on new game show.

Nikki thinks her boss is a mobster; Kim pretends to have multiple personalities in order to appear on MTV's "True Life.".

Trying to teach a history lesson about the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Nikki and the professor flash back to the civil rights era.

After Dee Dee hassles her, Mona agrees to revisit her past and attend her 10-year high-school reunion.

Wanting to avoid the task himself, Spencer asks Dee Dee to break up with his girlfriend (Taraji P. Henson) for him.

Dee Dee has ulterior motives when she invites Mona to a weekend at the spa.

Charles and Spencer intervene when Dee Dee protests a co-worker's (Joey Lawrence) misogynist questioning.

Big Dee Dee decides to boost her spirits by throwing herself a big holiday legends ball.

Dee Dee struggles with her lack of a personal life when she realizes that everyone else has a partner.

Mona and Spencer disagree over how to handle their newest star act; Dee Dee gets an invitation to appear on a sports program.

Spencer's budding relationship with a rival record executive (Michelle Williams) causes conflict with Mona.

Spencer's new girlfriend (Michelle Williams) continues to resist his advances.

Dee Dee's new actor boyfriend asks her to join him when he is set to star in a new reality show.

It's all about small bites, on the menu is marinated grilled chicken skewers served with a citrus flavored mojito then he makes a seafood ceviche and a sweet and smooth margarita.

Chef JJ's family favorites are front in center in this episode. He starts out with a fried catfish sandwich that's golden brown and delicious served with another favorite, fried plantains.

Breakfast is an important meal, and it's even better when you are served in bed; Chef Jernard whips up lobster pancakes with maple bacon syrup, a fresh fruit salad, and a peach breakfast mimosa.

Chef Jernard cooks up a meal that brings the vibes of comfort and home; he is making apple stuffed pork loin, creamy mashed sweet potatoes and sautéed fresh bok choy.

Bren shouts out her friends and family who live in Atlanta with two of her favorite dishes. On the menu is her spin on creamy shrimp and grits. Then she sweetens things up with single serve apple crisps.

Bren lays a taco bar with all the fixings. She starts with a grouper fish toco that has big and bold with flavors. Then she cooks up a tender ribeye taco that is hearty and delicious. She brings it on home with a spicy Mezcal Margarita.

It's a bedroom that will make your guests want to stay! Jake makes an original headboard with rattan and Jazz adds lamps and nightstands that match. On the menu is a manicotti casserole and a Mississippi mud pie.

It's all about a bedroom that feels elegant. Jake lays out a one-of-a-kind accent wall, and Jazz brings the glamour with plush bedroom accessories. On the menu is fried rice, pork tenderloins and red bean paste cookies.

When Robert and Neesee learn that Bobby does not socialize in school, they book a play-date for him with the most popular kid in the class.

Tia re-examines her relationship with Robert when she realizes that marrying him means that Neesee will also be a part of her life forever; an instructor (Michael DeLorenzo) gives the gang tango lessons.

Robert is disappointed when a night of passion does not change things with Tia; Neesee tries to bring the lovers together, only to learn that she is the reason for their separation.

Robert realizes his grief is rubbing off on Bobby Jr., so he decides to break out of his depression and teach him a few things about women.

Breanna and Flex have high hopes for their Thanksgiving celebrations, but neither goes as planned.

Desperate for money, Breanna stuffs her bra in order to land a job and a commercial at a movie-themed restaurant where big-breasted women are the main attraction.

Flex and Diane wind up without dates for New Year's Eve, so they try to win dates at a charity auction.

Flex makes some chauvinistic comments on "Flex Files" that wind up jeopardizing Breanna's chance to get college scholarships.

Toni's brother professes his love for Maya and refuses to return to his medical internship; Joan cleans house but takes exception to things Toni labels as junk.

Maya agrees to let Lynn move in with her in order to cover an increase in her tuition; Lynn's attitude toward working on her next documentary drives Maya over the edge.

Kira goes into early labor during a baby shower; Todd and Toni contemplate parenthood as they shop for baby gifts.

Joan assumes Brock (guest star Malik Yoba) wants to marry her when he asks her to go to Las Vegas with him.

Mona is in the middle when her old boyfriend asks her to help him get a job with her current boyfriend, Chase (Lamman Rucker).

Dee Dee tries to butter up Brent by inviting him to dinner, but things do not go as planned after they both drink too much.

Following a brief encounter with her ex-boyfriend, Mona has provocative thoughts about other men; Big Dee Dee produces Adam's stand-up show.

After she breaks up with Chase, Mona's emotions get out of hand and jeopardize her career; Dee Dee suspects one of her clients is having an affair.

Mona sees a therapist to cope with the breakup and makes a discovery about Chase; Dee Dee tries to counsel Brett about staff relations at the office.

Mona decides to take charge of her life and dates both Chase and Lorenzo; the decision causes complications; Dee Dee starts dating a health fanatic.

Shelly questions her maternal instincts after she drops Janie's baby cousin and must rush the frightened child to the hospital.

Just as business begins to boom at DivaStyle, creating windfall profits, Janie's husband decides to quit his job.

When Janie's baby brother Paul (Ruben Studdard) comes to visit, Shelly discovers that his long-time crush on her still exists.

Shelly realizes she misses her relationship with Grant, but when they meet for lunch she finds that he has moved on.

After he flunks his anatomy exam, J.T.'s mother (Daphne Maxwell-Reid) goes to the school to beg his professor (Robert Picardo) to allow him to take a makeup test.

Nick realizes he is in love with Lynn and learns that she is married.

Last-minute shopping leads to the gang getting locked in a department store on Christmas Eve.

Nikki's biological father makes a surprise visit, causing tension with the father who raised her.

After reuniting with his childhood friend Lil' Zane, T leaves Freestyle Unity on the eve of a Spring Jam performance; Nikki steps in to save the day.

Nikki's growing obsession for Oglevee prompts her friends to push her into counseling. Singer Kenny Lattimore guest stars.

Kim leaves the church choir to join a funky gospel group, but Nikki fills the void by discovering a brilliant new talent.

Magic Johnson (guest starring as himself) hires Nikki to be the manager for his movie theater; professor Oglevee escorts an actress to a movie premiere unaware that Nikki is working at the theater.

Mona is in the middle when her old boyfriend asks her to help him get a job with her current boyfriend, Chase (Lamman Rucker).

Dee Dee tries to butter up Brent by inviting him to dinner, but things do not go as planned after they both drink too much.

Following a brief encounter with her ex-boyfriend, Mona has provocative thoughts about other men; Big Dee Dee produces Adam's stand-up show.

After she breaks up with Chase, Mona's emotions get out of hand and jeopardize her career; Dee Dee suspects one of her clients is having an affair.

Mona sees a therapist to cope with the breakup and makes a discovery about Chase; Dee Dee tries to counsel Brett about staff relations at the office.

Mona decides to take charge of her life and dates both Chase and Lorenzo; the decision causes complications; Dee Dee starts dating a health fanatic.

Half sisters live in the same San Francisco apartment building. In this episode: A guy falls for Dee Dee.

Mona suspects her sister is scheming to steal her best friend, Spencer; Mona pretends to date a guy who never called her back after their first date.

Mona is reminded of painful moments from her childhood during a birthday party; Phyllis decides to come clean.

Dee Dee helps save Mona's job by placating a temperamental recording artist; Mona feels protective toward her younger sister.

Radio Host, & coffee connoisseur Angela Yee stops by for cocktails and conversations. JJ makes an expresso martini, along with pan seared chicken with pollo guisado ragout and serves it with a mixed green salad topped with sherry dressing.

Chef JJ is giving his recipes a little kick with some spices that are good for any dish. On the menu is a rigatoni with spicy sausage and spicy apricot ginger wings that are perfect for any occasion.

Chef Jernard sizzles with a cast iron pan, preparing steak and shrimp fajitas and a tandoor chicken with Israeli couscous.

Chef Jernard creates a grilled feast, featuring snapper, T-bone steak, grilled veggies, kale salad, and sweetened grilled peaches for a dessert.

Bren shares how her Cuban family reunion is all about good food and good times. She makes her signature kicked up seafood boil, then she cooks up brisket flavored with Malta beer. Served with jalapeno corn bread and bourbon whipped butter.

In this episode it's a lesson on how to get a meal on the table in half the time by using a pressure cooker. First, it's a 3 bean tarragon truffle chili, and then she onto an aromatic orange ginger chicken.

Jake and Jazz create an office space for a hard-working millennial. Jake refurbishes a desk to look brand new and Jazz designs with earth tone colors. On the menu is catfish bites with grits and fried cream filled cookies.

Dana is a beauty influencer who wants a clean and clear feel. Jake creates a unique piece of artwork from real wood, and Jazz accessorizes in all white. On the menu is crab crusted striped bass and mini caramel pop tarts.

Robert tries to keep tabs on Tia during her date with a flirty firefighter, but he gets more than he bargained for when he learns she kissed the guy.

When Neesee nurses an ailing Robert and Bobby Jr. back to health, Robert's old feelings for her return.

Robert and Nessee have dinner to discuss the romantic spark between them, but it turns catty as old habits resurface reminding them of why they got divorced in the first place.

Tia and Robert create a scene at Dirk and Jonelle's wedding when Tia rebuffs Robert for almost kissing Neesee.

Flex faces off with his nemesis, Kevin Frazier, during the annual celebrity poker tournament. Guest stars Claudia Jordan, John Salley.

Hoping to jar Flex out of his depression, Duane surprises him with an opportunity to sing with his favorite group, New Edition.

Spirit starts dating the lead singer of a rival band, jeopardizing her relationship with Breanna and Arnaz.

Flex becomes frustrated when his co-star gets preferential treatment, so he hires a high-powered agent to get him what he believes he deserves.

Brock (Malik Yoba) tells Joan he does not want children, causing her to question their future together.

Todd withholds a message from Toni's ex-boyfriend; Joan fears that she may not be mother material, because William's nephew cries when she holds him.

Maya invites her ex-husband and his new woman to a tree trimming party with the girlfriends.

Toni tries to keep Joan from spending St. Valentine's Day alone; Joan gets reacquainted with her ex-boyfriend; William gets Lynn to spy on Donna.

Dee Dee gets a waitressing job to gain Mona's respect; Phyllis hopes a dating service can find Mona a decent man.

Mona angrily walks out of an awards ceremony honoring her father.

A date dumps Mona after complaining that she is not ethnic enough for him; Spencer passes Mona off as Scary Spice at the Shark Club so she can see rapper DMX.

Dee Dee discovers her new beau shares a torrid past with her sister, Mona.

Mona accuses Dee Dee of trying to change her to fit in with her snooty friends; Spencer starts dating one of Dee Dee's wealthy friends.

Grandma Thorne (Diahann Carroll) plays favorites on Thanksgiving Day; Spencer divulges one of Mona's intimate secrets at dinner.

Shelly and Janie force Rita to rekindle her romance with her ex-lesbian lover in order to help sell their clothing line.

Wanting to sample one of his hits, a rapper reveals Donovan's past as a teen pop star; Janie and Rita collaborate to write a romance novel.

Shelly's father shows up after years of absence; Janie investigates the contents of Rita's purse.

Tensions rise between Shelly and her dad; Janie discovers Rita's secret botox parties at the store.

Friends of a young woman (Eve) provide perspectives on male/female relationships; Shelly finds herself drawn to J.T. (Jason George) during a night out with her friends.

Janie gives Shelly relationship advice after spying a box of condoms in J.T.'s shopping cart.

Evicted from their house, Stevie and her moneyless mother move in with Nikki and Kim.

Kim and Stevie try speed-dating as a means of meeting new men; Nikki spots professor Oglevee with a married woman.

Kim's IQ test reveals she is a certified genius, and she prepares to speak before Mensa.

Professor Oglevee's 12-year-old nephew (guest star Christopher Massey) gets a crush on Nikki; Kim pawns her cousin (guest star Cherie Johnson) off on Stevie.

Professor Oglevee turns to Nikki for comfort following a career setback.

After a night of drowning his sorrows over losing his job, Professor Oglevee wakes up uncertain of what he and Nikki did the night before.

Chef Jernard turns a classic meal into a fancy dinner, stuffing pork tenderloin with spinach and cream cheese, glazing it with apple bourbon, and serving it alongside sautéed butternut squash.

"The "Pressure Cooking Queen" elevates comfort food to gourmet heights. She whips up a rich, truffle thyme risotto in record time, perfectly paired with succulent butter-poached lobster. Then her version of a French Martini."

LeAnne is busy and needs to liven up her studio; Jazz adds great furniture and Jake installs wall art panels; for the reveal Jake makes Brown Butter NY Strip Steaks and Smoked Gouda Twice Baked Potatoes; Jazz assembles Strawberry Shortcake Trifles.

Single mom Jaime needs her bedroom to feel balance and harmony; Jake refurbishes the dresser and night stand and Jazz puts together art and artifacts that reflect her Afro Latina roots; the reveal meal is Okra Curry and Mango back Berry Ice Pops.

Dee Dee gets a waitressing job to gain Mona's respect; Phyllis hopes a dating service can find Mona a decent man.

Mona angrily walks out of an awards ceremony honoring her father.

A date dumps Mona after complaining that she is not ethnic enough for him; Spencer passes Mona off as Scary Spice at the Shark Club so she can see rapper DMX.

Dee Dee discovers her new beau shares a torrid past with her sister, Mona.

Mona accuses Dee Dee of trying to change her to fit in with her snooty friends; Spencer starts dating one of Dee Dee's wealthy friends.

Grandma Thorne (Diahann Carroll) plays favorites on Thanksgiving Day; Spencer divulges one of Mona's intimate secrets at dinner.

"The "Pressure Cooking Queen" elevates comfort food to gourmet heights. She whips up a rich, truffle thyme risotto in record time, perfectly paired with succulent butter-poached lobster. Then her version of a French Martini."

Bren show us some traditional Jamaica and Cuban breakfast foods. We start off with Ackee and saltfish with Ackee and saltfish with a sweet potato hash, served with up a Cuban style goat cheese pastry. She wraps up with a creamy rum and Malta drink.

Chef Jernard turns a classic meal into a fancy dinner, stuffing pork tenderloin with spinach and cream cheese, glazing it with apple bourbon, and serving it alongside sautéed butternut squash.

Chef Jernard puts a vegan twist on classics; enjoy vegan lobster rolls, sweet potato noodles, and a mushroom stir-fry.

It's all about the rice, rice baby, in this episode, Bren kicks things off with a Cheese layered rice called "Arroz Imperial'. Then it's Cuban style fried rice with shrimp and chicken.

In the episode as Bren shares how her mom's love of cooking has been passed down to her and the siblings. She cooks up a split pea and sirloin one pot wonder, andthen lays an authentic Spanish pudding called "nitilla".

In this episode, Jake reconditions a pre-owned dresser set to make the bedroom feel fresh. Jazz brings modern designs and vibrant colors that adds just the right touch. On the menu are jerk tacos and coconut creme brulee.

Jake and Jazz Smollett kick off the holiday season with family and friends for a one-of-a-kind food and redesign extravaganza; they share cherished family recipes, which are perfect for any holiday menu.

Neesee invites the gang to luxury box seats at a basketball game, but panic sets in when Bobby disappears.

Neesee's mother (guest star Debbie Allen) and Tia's father (guest star James Avery) visit for Thanksgiving dinner.

Robert coaches a game in which he is forced to deal with a boisterous heckling father, but he turns the other cheek in order to teach Bobby a lesson.

A snowstorm forces Robert off the road on his way to an interview in New York and jeopardizes his chances of spending Christmas with Bobby and Tia.

An epiphany after a car accident sends Flex into the arms of an old girlfriend (guest star Tamala Jones).

Flex finds it difficult to make things work with Tonya (Tamala Jones), especially after he learns Danielle's true feelings for him.

When her boyfriend cancels their date on graduation night, Spirit becomes depressed and tries to drink away her sorrow.

When Flex teases Danielle about being obese in high school, he tries to make it up to her by re-creating the prom she never had.

A street oracle (Richard Kind) leads Joan to question her relationship with Brock and William to seek out a potential love interest.

Toni decides to start therapy after meeting her idol, supermodel Beverly Johnson; Joan organizes an auction to benefit the homeless.

Maya enjoys dating a professional athlete until she discovers he's seeing other women; Lynn baby-sits while the single mothers in her documentary go to a job fair.

Toni finds herself in the middle of a fight between her visiting mother and Todd; William gets his first kiss.

Mona and Dee Dee arrange a blind date for Spencer.

Dee Dee wonders why her boyfriend doesn't seem interested in becoming intimate; Mona takes up smoking again.

Dee Dee has a streak of bad luck, while Mona enjoys good fortune; Dee Dee confronts a crooked businessman.

Mona and Dee Dee urge Spencer to get an AIDS test after he has a one-night stand. Tatyana Ali guest stars.

Two of Mona's ex-boyfriends pursue her on St. Valentine's Day.

Mona goes on a date with a journalist, who puts her disparaging remarks about a recording artist into a magazine article.

Shelly resorts to snooping through J.T.'s stuff to get to know him better; Donovan sends Nick to the best tattoo artist (DMX) in Miami.

J.T. and Shelly talk about dating exclusively after a party stirs up jealousy. Carmen Electra, Corey Reynolds and Julio Iglesias Jr. guest star.

After J.T. quits, Shelly continues salsa lessons with a handsome instructor (Cris Judd); Rita moves into a studio apartment.

J.T. calls Shelly's bluff and agrees to let her pay for dinner; Nick duplicates Donovan's stylish wardrobe.

J.T. cancels a romantic getaway with Shelly in order to play in a basketball tournament with his friends.

Shelly struggles to win the respect of J.T.'s disapproving mother (Daphne Maxwell Reid) after she walks in on J.T. and Shelly in bed together.

Nikki feels compelled to come clean about a secret, putting her nuptials to the professor in peril; Kim and her boyfriend learn a lesson in honesty.

Nikki catches the school's dean in a compromising position; Kim prepares dinner for her boyfriend's parents.

Nikki discovers Andell's new boyfriend has been issuing her parking tickets; a few ex-convicts pledge Kim and Stevie's sorority.

Chef Nikki enlists the gang's help when a food critic drops by the restaurant with an army of friends.

Kim parts company with her friends to secretly audition as a solo act for a television show; Nikki and the professor share joint custody of a television.

Nikki and Andell try to fulfill Kim's birthday wish to meet R&B singer Tweet (guest starring as herself).

Mona and Dee Dee arrange a blind date for Spencer.

Dee Dee wonders why her boyfriend doesn't seem interested in becoming intimate; Mona takes up smoking again.

Dee Dee has a streak of bad luck, while Mona enjoys good fortune; Dee Dee confronts a crooked businessman.

Mona and Dee Dee urge Spencer to get an AIDS test after he has a one-night stand. Tatyana Ali guest stars.

Two of Mona's ex-boyfriends pursue her on St. Valentine's Day.

Mona goes on a date with a journalist, who puts her disparaging remarks about a recording artist into a magazine article.

Mona's remarks in a magazine ruin her reputation in the industry, and she must plead her case to get her job back.

Dee Dee fakes a serious injury after Mona accidentally hurts her in self-defense class. Chris Judd guest stars.

Mona dates a sexy model but is embarrassed by his lack of intelligence; Tyrese performs at the Lush Lounge.

Dee Dee draws the wrong conclusion when Mona refuses to divulge details of an embarrassing erotic dream.

Chef JJ shows off for Rapper Freeway with a quick and easy BBQ meal that you can prepare indoors. He lays out BBQ brisket sliders, smokey baked beans, and simple coleslaw that helps bring the BBQ feel right into your home.

In this episode, it's all about dinner for 2, and Chef JJ lays out a great meal that's perfect for any dinner date. He starts with tender and juicy porkchops and gravy served with collard greens and roasted baby potatoes.

Chef Jernard cooks up soulful delights, including a short rib pot roast, roasted garlic mashed potatoes, and sugar snap peas.

Indulge in Chef Jernard's comforting creations, a chicken pot pie and a lobster mac and cheese that warms the soul.

In this episode Brencooks up some easy to make lemon pepper chicken wings with a mango habanero sauce, she also makes a smoked trout dip, all served up with her smoked black Manhattan.

On this episode, Bren lays out some traditional flavors of Jamaica. First it's a whole fried snapper served with steamed cabbage seasoned with Jamaican spices. Then it's fried plantains with a garlicky chimi churri sauce.

Jake and Jazz Smollett kick off the holiday season with family and friends for a one-of-a-kind food and redesign extravaganza; they share cherished family recipes, which are perfect for any holiday menu.

Jake and Jazz turn Chrissy and DaQuan's a master bedroom into a masterpiece. Jazz brings in the light, bright colors, and Jake brings in a refurbished wardrobe closet. The meal is pork chops, truffle fries and red velvet cheesecake.

Robert, Neesee and Tia disagree on how to deal with Bobby when he is caught lying. Guest star Meshach Taylor.

Frankie (Mase), an old friend, returns to town as a minister, causing Robert and Neesee to re-evaluate their lives and make some changes.

Robert refuses to accept that Bobby has ADD and tries to cure him without therapy.

Robert's romantic New York weekend with Tia goes awry when his interview with Serena Williams keeps getting rescheduled by her wacky assistant.

After his ex-wife persuades him to do so, Flex meddles in Breanna's love life, hoping she will choose a college in California instead of staying in Baltimore with Arnaz.

As Breanna heads off to college, guilt-ridden Flex feels compelled to admit that he convinced Arnaz to let her go to California alone.

After graduating, Breanna and Arnaz want to pursue their dreams in California, but first they must prove they can survive on their own.

Breanna finds out that the half-naked singing musician on the Venice boardwalk is her boyfriend Arnaz.

Joan confides in her boss, only to worry that she has put her career in jeopardy; Maya writes a passionate essay that fails to impress her teacher but inspires her friends.

At her new job selling hot dogs, Joan meets her match in her new obsessive compulsive manager; the girlfriends hide William's favorite pen, driving him mad.

Tensions rise when William introduces his girlfriend (Jill Scott) to Joan.

William realizes he cannot replace his relationship with Joan after flaunting his date (Traci Bingham) at an office party.

Dee Dee draws the wrong conclusion when Mona refuses to divulge details of an embarrassing erotic dream.

Spencer comes to a realization when he pretends to be Mona's boyfriend; Dee Dee decides to break up with hers.

Spencer comes to a realization when he pretends to be Mona's boyfriend; Dee Dee decides to break up with hers.

A surprise announcement undoes Dee Dee's world; Mona attempts to make sense of her relationship with Spencer.

Big Dee Dee and Dee Dee secretly take pregnancy tests; Mona accepts that Spencer is happy with his new girlfriend (Rowena King).

Phyllis and Big Dee Dee set their daughters up with the same aspiring politician (Anthony Montgomery).

J.T. feels as though his privacy has been invaded when Shelly shares an intimate detail about their sex life with her friends.

J.T.'s ex-girlfriend rouses Shelly's competitive spirit; Donovan trains his boss' incompetent son to be a manager at Z Lounge.

J.T. gets fed up with the long hours Shelly is working during the holidays; Donovan's ex-girlfriend visits.

J.T. is put in the middle when Nick tells Shelly she has overstayed her welcome at the townhouse.

On St. Valentine's Day Shelly and J.T. reminisce about the events that lead up to their first meeting.

Shelly relives her overshadowed childhood when her successful sister visits. Guest star: Queen Latifah.

Nikki becomes Gary Coleman's manager and plans to jump-start his career by producing a cable-access show.

Kim and her friends break down en route to Las Vegas, and they fall victim to a price-gouging businessman who owns everything in town.

Caterer Nikki confronts a soap opera star (Jasmine Guy) and lands a role on the show; Kim is hired as an extra but refuses to take her place in the background.

Nikki and Andell get excited about the possibility of becoming sisters when their parents start dating.

After the professor's autographed Shaquille O'Neal jersey is accidentally destroyed, Nikki and Andell go under cover to get a replacement.

Nikki is taken hostage during a bank robbery. Steve Harvey guest stars.

Dee Dee draws the wrong conclusion when Mona refuses to divulge details of an embarrassing erotic dream.

Spencer comes to a realization when he pretends to be Mona's boyfriend; Dee Dee decides to break up with hers.

Spencer comes to a realization when he pretends to be Mona's boyfriend; Dee Dee decides to break up with hers.

A surprise announcement undoes Dee Dee's world; Mona attempts to make sense of her relationship with Spencer.

Big Dee Dee and Dee Dee secretly take pregnancy tests; Mona accepts that Spencer is happy with his new girlfriend (Rowena King).

Phyllis and Big Dee Dee set their daughters up with the same aspiring politician (Anthony Montgomery).

An earthquake strikes on Mona's birthday, trapping Dee Dee and her pregnant mother together in the laundry room.

Dee Dee jealously anticipates sharing the spotlight with a new baby.

When Mona encourages her mother to start dating again, Phyllis joins her daughter's social circle; Dee Dee helps her father evict a tenant.

When Mona encourages her mother to start dating again, Phyllis joins her daughter's social circle; Dee Dee helps her father evict a tenant.

Chef JJ is keeping it simple, fresh, and delicious for his guest, Rapper Maiya The Don. He lays out pan seared Branzino, rice pilaf and a quick sauteed Bok choy.

Chef JJ heads to the local farmers market, and buys Honey nut squash to make squash ravioli, then he gathers lettuce and other veggies along with roasted chicken to make a seasonal salad topped with homemade butter milk dressing.

Chef Jernard hosts a brunch, serving biscuits and gravy, a breakfast skillet, and a kir royale whiskey mimosa.

Join Chef Jernard as he prepares holiday favorites, seasoned fried turkey, seafood gumbo, roasted zucchini, squash, caramelized onions, and a quick apple pie.

On this episode,it's all about single servings Bren lays out super simple meals if you are cooking for one.On the menu isa shrimp and lobster scampi, and a raw kale, berry and grilled chicken salad topped with truffle honey dressing.

Bren takes us to her Mom's house and they lay out a weekend brunch. First it's spicy chilled Spanish Gazpacho. Then it's a traditional Cuban sandwich loaded withroasted pork, turkey, ham, cheese and pickles on Cuban bread.They finish things offwith..

Busy executive Angela has storage, space, and seating issues in her studio apartment. Jake makes a colorful bench while Jazz stylizes with shelving and artwork. On the menu is fried shrimp with rice, and a berry trifle.

Jake and Jazz turn a sitting room into a room that feels like a lounge. Jake spruces up a pre- owned cabinet to store libations. Jazz gives the room a speak easy feel with dark colors & velvet textures. The meal, Crab Lo Mein and Banana Fritters..

On this episode, Essie gives us a look and a taste of some fabulous food. She serves up Moroccan Chicken in a tagine that looks amazing and tastes even better. Then she slow cooks Peppered Goat and serves it with a side of Kelewele.

Essie loves to share the cuisine from the places she travels. Today she makes Chicken Cheese Crepes which she tasted while traveling in France. Then it's Garlic Fried Pepper Snapper with Jasmine Rice which wowed her while in Thailand.

Bren and her mom give viewers a taste of Cuban & Jamaican flavors. On the menu is coconut marinated stewed oxtails with veggies. Then they make crab stuffed red snapper.

If you have a busy life, Bren has the recipe for quick and easy weeknight dinners. Hot honey mustard roasted chicken, served with sauteed broccoli in onion garlic butter sauce & then a quick homemade pizza.

Chef Bren recreates her favorite global flavors, bridging the tropical shores of Fiji with the refined elegance of France. Her nod to France is pan-seared branzino with crisped skin, draped in a luxurious Champagne cream sauce and topped.

"The "Pressure Cooking Queen" elevates comfort food to gourmet heights. She whips up a rich, truffle thyme risotto in record time, perfectly paired with succulent butter-poached lobster. Then her version of a French Martini."

It's a meal that is spiced just right, first it's lamb lollipops, seasoned with jerk spice, then it's creamy roasted garlic mashed potatoes, and sautéed green beans in Thai chili sauce and sesame seeds.

Chef Jernard lays out a brunch that people can eat any time of the day; on the menu is salmon croquettes over sweet potato grits, then it's cinnamon roll peach cobbler topped with whipped cream.

Chef shows some meals that can get people in and out of the kitchen in no time; he starts off with a gumbo loaded with meat, and then it's one pot creamy fettuccine with sausage.

Jernard shares his favorite foods from Greece; he makes a beef and lamb gyro with tzatziki sauce, then it's fried calamari with a touch of spice, followed by a traditional Greek salad with fetacheese and honey balsamic dressing.

Chef Jernard makes the ultimate seafood dishes, pan-fried red snapper with mango salsa and crispy salmon bites served with a spicy dipping sauce.

Chef Jernard turns a classic meal into a fancy dinner, stuffing pork tenderloin with spinach and cream cheese, glazing it with apple bourbon, and serving it alongside sautéed butternut squash.

Mona discovers a potential new talent (Tamyra Gray); Dee Dee thinks she has found the perfect man (Kiko Ellsworth).

Spencer's cousin regales the staff at Delicious Records with an embarrassing story about Mona and Spencer.

Dee Dee betrays Mona's confidence at a baby shower; Big Dee Dee attacks a guest who rubs her belly too often; Spencer gets a metrosexual makeover.

Dee Dee's ex-boyfriend announces that he is getting married during the family holiday dinner; Phyllis dates a shopping-mall Santa.

When Mona gets set up on a date with Camille's best friend Carlo, she is taken by his charm and good looks until he admits he's actually in love with Camille.

Mona and Spencer fret when a new boss (MC Lyte) begins downsizing Delicious Records; Dee Dee thinks of names for her unborn brother.

When Jonelle throws Dirk out, he goes to stay at Robert and Tia's house causing them to become involved in his breakup.

Robert gets a job on "Entertainment Tonight" and insists that Dirk be his producer, but when he criticizes the stories they give Robert, Dirk quits.

When Robert finds himself unable to handle working on two shows at once, he is forced to choose between "Mr. L.A." and "Entertainment Tonight."

While celebrating Neesee's birthday at her apartment, Robert and Tia find a pregnancy test and believe Neesee is pregnant.

Robert, Tia, Neesee and Bobby each fantasize how their lives will be affected by Robert and Tia's marriage.

When Robert starts to get some attention as a correspondent for "Entertainment Tonight," his status and swelling ego begin to wear on his friends.

Andell and Kim track down the clown (guest star Lee Weaver) who used to perform at Nikki's childhood birthday parties.

Nikki thinks she witnesses a murder while spying on the professor's neighbors. Kel Mitchell guest stars.

Professor Oglevee's smart, successful brother comes for a visit; Kim writes a column for the school newspaper.

The gang unknowingly imbibes a love potion, and everyone falls in love with the first person they see.

Nikki's best friend (Kim Coles) is still a party animal, and it causes a rift in their relationship; Kim, Stevie and T try to trick the professor into giving them the answers to an upcoming test.

An angel (guest star Shirley Caesar) appears to a stressed-out Nikki as she prepares for a gospel festival. Bobby Jones guest stars as himself.

Mona discovers a potential new talent (Tamyra Gray); Dee Dee thinks she has found the perfect man (Kiko Ellsworth).

Spencer's cousin regales the staff at Delicious Records with an embarrassing story about Mona and Spencer.

Dee Dee betrays Mona's confidence at a baby shower; Big Dee Dee attacks a guest who rubs her belly too often; Spencer gets a metrosexual makeover.

Dee Dee's ex-boyfriend announces that he is getting married during the family holiday dinner; Phyllis dates a shopping-mall Santa.

When Mona gets set up on a date with Camille's best friend Carlo, she is taken by his charm and good looks until he admits he's actually in love with Camille.

Mona and Spencer fret when a new boss (MC Lyte) begins downsizing Delicious Records; Dee Dee thinks of names for her unborn brother.

Camille contemplates leaving Spencer after returning from a trip to her London home; Mona needs Dee Dee to help Spencer.

In Las Vegas, Spencer wakes to find he might have married Dee Dee's shapely friend the previous night.

Dee Dee's date with a tough guy winds up being an adventure she will not forget; Big Dee Dee is left to care for the baby on her own after her attitude drives away the nanny (guest star Daisy Fuentes).

Dee Dee becomes hysterical when her mother goes into labor, while Mona remains calm; a motivational speaker influences Charles.

Chef JJ cooks up a healthy & filling meal for R & B singer Eric Roberson. On the menu is creamy chicken noodle soup loaded with vegetables and flavor. Then he makes a seared salmon over kale, apple and cranberry salad.

Pasta is on the menu and JJ cooks up a meal that is delicious and satisfying. First it's a Cajun chicken and shrimp alfredo seasoned to perfection. Then it's a 3 cheese lasagna with spicy sausage and spinach.

Chef Jernard crafts a holiday dinner party menu featuring a rack of lamb, bread pudding, and Brussels sprouts with pancetta and balsamic glaze.

Chef Jernard shows how to make your backyard BBQ a winner with easy recipes; he cooks up pineapple rum baby back ribs, a creole butter spatchcock chicken, his famous meaty BBQ beans, and southern potato salad.

There is no better food than comfort food, and in this episode Bren and her Mom cook up something comfy and delicious. On the menu a ground beef and turkey Cuban style meatloaf, that is packed with flavor, served with creamy beet mashed potatoes.

Bren and her Mom cook up their favorite seafood dishes. On the menu is a curry coconut shrimp with spicy fig dipping sauce. Then they make jumbo crab cakes served with shoestring French fries.

It's an outdoor space for family and friends. Jake builds a coffee table with a built-in ice bucket, and Jazz adds the indoor feel with throw pillows and TV in the yard. On the menu is Prime Rib, Twice Baked Potatoes, and a Blackberry Crumble.

Jake and Jazz make an open concept apartment feel seamless. Jake builds a tile dining room table, and Jazz brings vibrant of color with teal & burnt orange. On the menu is sticky baby back ribs, and a chocolate trifle.

Jake & Jazz work wonders on this living room! Jake adds texture with a wall installation and Jazz adds style with unique accessories in gold and green. The meal is Stuffed Chicken Breast over Garlic Rice and Coconut-Caramel-Chocolate Cookies.

Jake and Jazz redesign the bedroom with style. Jake builds an oversized headboard. Jazz adds light colors, cozy pillows, and furniture with a touch of wicker.

This episode is all about the baby. Jazz lays out a warm cozy design, while Jake refurbishes a dresser that gives the baby tons of storage space. The reveal meal is sea bass with creamy garlic pasta and banana cream toffee cannoli.

Tandria wants a living room that is urban and modern. Jake makes a wood art piece that adds style and texture, and Jazz adds big bold colors that makes the room pop.

Jake and Jazz get crafty and turn a dining room into a crafting space. Jazz pops it with paint, lights, and cabinets, and Jake makes wooden storage bins that keep supplies close by. On the menu is steak, spinach-mashed potatoes, and cherry dumplings.

Janaya wants her bedroom to feel peaceful and zen; Jake and Jazz bring the zen with calming neutral colors, and refurbished furniture. The meal is sweet and sour wings, sweet potato fries, and crepe cake with chocolate, peanut butter and bananas.

Dominique knows just how to push the boundaries on any design, so when return client Tamara asks Dominique to push her out of her comfort zone for her living room remix, Dominique is ready for the challenge. She has to transform the living room fr...

Dominique joins forces with Goldie, to surprise her daughter Journey with a bedroom remix. Dominique needs to transform this small bedroom into a work/play haven, filled with bright colors to match Journey's bold and bright personality.

Dominque meets with Inas to design her brand new apartment, that is so new Inas doesn't have any furniture yet. In order to create the space Inas needs to host her family gatherings, Dominique will have to figure out how to navigate the steep an na..

After downsizing her home, Dominique's client Tanya never downsized her furniture. Now Dominique needs to figure out how to transform this living room from a cramped space with an outdated design, to a whole new luxurious and refreshing vibe.

Return client Heather brings Dominique in to remix her living room into a modern and zen space.With outdated furniture that Heather is unwilling to let go of,Dominique has to figure out how to give them new life so they fit in with the modern design.

Dominique and Dre meet with a return client, Taylor Bobbi to go over ideas for her new salon space. Meanwhile a bet between Dominique and Dre could possibly determine Dre's future as Dominique's chauffer.

Mona discovers the down side of her vice presidential position when she has to fire her friend Adam; Big Dee Dee and Dee Dee fantasize about the attractive new male nanny, Amani. Guest star MC Lyte.

Phyllis uses her womanly arts to compete with another parishioner for the heart of a handsome pastor (guest star Clifton Davis).

Dee Dee dresses provocatively for an interview at a law firm with her potential new boss, Darrell Washington (Giancarlo Esposito).

Dee Dee and Mona compete to see who can give the best gift on Mother's Day, but they wind up tarnishing the day with their materialism.

Dee Dee rekindles an old flame; Spencer tries to convince a musician (Billy Dee Williams) to sign a contract with Delicious Records.

Mona discovers that Nick's parents (Meredith Baxter and Martin Mull) made racist comments about interracial relationships; Phyllis fears her relationships may be jinxed.

When Robert accepts an offer from his boss to pay for his wedding and for the right to televise it, Tia regrets the decision when advertising and promotions overshadow the bride and groom.

Robert faces a major career decision while Tia learns something life-altering; Neely is not sure she wants to take her relationship with Rusty to the next level.

After his breakup with his fiance and losing his job, Robert is getting his life back on track, until Neesee is forced to move in after her apartment burns.

Neesee receives her insurance check and starts looking for a new place, and Robert is delighted that she may move out.

Robert meets a great woman who understands his living situation, but he is disappointed to learn she once dated Dirk.

Desperate to restart their sex lives, Robert and Neesee try online dating and both are surprised by the matchmaking results.

Jurors Nikki and Oglevee hotly debate the guilt or innocence of a beautiful female defendant accused of murder.

After the professor inherits a bundle of money, Nikki tries to save him from a fortune hunter; Kim discovers her new beau has been using her as a test subject for his thesis paper.

Nikki decides to join a book club in order to pursue new upscale clients for her catering business; Oglevee and T enter a chili cook-off.

Kim and her fashion-school nemesis learn that only one will be hired after an internship at the design house.

Nikki imagines herself a sheriff facing down an outlaw known as the Professor in a musical Western.

A widower's son decides he wants Nikki to be his new mother and tricks her into giving up the professor.

Mona discovers the down side of her vice presidential position when she has to fire her friend Adam; Big Dee Dee and Dee Dee fantasize about the attractive new male nanny, Amani. Guest star MC Lyte.

Phyllis uses her womanly arts to compete with another parishioner for the heart of a handsome pastor (guest star Clifton Davis).

Dee Dee dresses provocatively for an interview at a law firm with her potential new boss, Darrell Washington (Giancarlo Esposito).

Dee Dee and Mona compete to see who can give the best gift on Mother's Day, but they wind up tarnishing the day with their materialism.

Dee Dee rekindles an old flame; Spencer tries to convince a musician (Billy Dee Williams) to sign a contract with Delicious Records.

Mona discovers that Nick's parents (Meredith Baxter and Martin Mull) made racist comments about interracial relationships; Phyllis fears her relationships may be jinxed.

While attempting to help Mona get over her recent heartbreak, Dee Dee unintentionally drives her into Spencer's arms; Phyllis brings her new boyfriend (Louis Gossett Jr.) to a family dinner.

Mona buys a horse on the Internet after learning about Dee Dee's, but she believes she has been cheated when the horse trainer (Rupert Boneham) arrives.

Mona and Dee Dee decide to find the perfect man for each other as birthday presents. Guest stars: Bill Bellamy and Dondre Whitfield.

Mona hatches a plan to sign a hot new recording artist, Asia (guest star Faith Evans), to Delicious Records.

Wine entrepreneur Robin McBride brings the wine from her vineyard for this episode. Chef JJ pairs the white wine with a simple salad topped with pesto, then pairs the red wine with lamb and pan seared purple broccoli.

JJ brings out the best for Sunday dinner! He cooks up a slow cooked braised short ribs in a creamy gravy served with garlic mashed potatoes, and grilled asparagus. For dessert it's a mixed berry compote over ice cream.

Celebrity Chef Jernard Wells goes out of the kitchen and into the backyard to kick things up a bit!; light up the grill and get ready for recipes packed with flavor and fun!

Chef Jernard is cooking up BBQ shrimp cocktail with pineapple salsa, then he lays out crab stuffed salmon, that is seasoned just right.

If the presser is on to get a good meal on the table, then this episode is for you. Bren and her Mom show us how a pressure cooker is the answer to get meals on the table fast. On the menu is oxtail a la'orange, and a creamy chicken risotto.

In this episode it's all about flavor on top of flavor and your girl Bren is showing us some flavor packed meals. On the menu is Caribbean jerk chicken tacos, and then it's some picadillo stuffed plantain empanada.

Jake and Jazz Smollett kick off the holiday season with family and friends for a one-of-a-kind food and redesign extravaganza; they share cherished family recipes, which are perfect for any holiday menu.

Jake and Jazz Smollett kick off the holiday season with family and friends for a one-of-a-kind food and redesign extravaganza; they share cherished family recipes, which are perfect for any holiday menu.

When their constant arguing begins to affect Bobby Jr., Robert and Neesee think of attending couples therapy.

Bobby Jr. returns home from a prestigious all-white private school asserting that he wants to be white.

When Robert's nanny cam catches Neesee smoking, he tries to help her quit but ends up starting himself.

Robert learns that Neesee is dating her business lawyer even though she knows he is married.

Breanna finds it aggravating that Flex befriends her roommates, who make him their new housefather.

When the guys and the gals separately decide to spend time together, both groups wind up at the same club where Breanna catches Arnaz chatting with another woman.

When Breanna and D-Mack start spending a lot of time studying together, Arnaz becomes jealous and decides to put a stop to it.

During a Halloween costume party, Arnaz mistakenly kisses another girl who is dressed in the same costume as Breanna.

Toni's therapy with Dr. Miller (Julie Hagerty) reveals that it is easier for her to express her love to friends than to Todd.

After Maya rejects advances from her handsome neighbor (Rockmond Dunbar), he gets close to Lynn; Todd tells Toni he wants a separation.

Maya's meeting with a book publisher does not go as planned when she finds herself fighting to maintain the integrity of her novel.

Maya's meeting with a book publisher does not go as planned when she finds herself fighting to maintain the integrity of her novel.

Dee Dee cannot contain her jealousy when her ex-boyfriend is about to marry, so she tells his fiancee about their relationship.

Feeling alienated from friends and family, Mona parties on the eve of a big presentation.

Mona tries to ease tension created by her friendship with Dee Dee's nemesis, Stephanie, by inviting them both out to a restaurant.

Spencer must control a rebellious performer (guest star Ginuwine) in order to prove he is executive material.

Dee Dee believes she has found the perfect man in Carter (Yancy Arias), until she discovers he is divorced and has two children.

Dee Dee's Thanksgiving dinner leads to high drama as an unexpected guest and a confession take center stage.

J.T. turns to Shelly for advice on how to "break up" with his clingy new pal, Cedric the Entertainer.

Shelly's friend from college causes a fight between Rita and Janie at work with her late-night antics.

Shelly's hairstylist, Coleman (Phil LaMarr), bans her and J.T. when J.T. voices dissatisfaction with his haircut; Nick flirts with a beautiful UPS driver (Jazsmin Lewis).

J.T. feels that Shelly undermines his masculinity when she ends a bar fight for him; Donovan breaks up with his latest girlfriend.

Rodney P (Morris Day) calls his lawyers Sugar-Free and Comfort (Jerome Benton and The Arch Bishop Don Magic Juan) when Shelly refuses to do business with him.

Shelly questions her relationship with J.T. when he does not let her borrow money; Rita and Donovan share a surprising kiss.

Nikki sneaks aboard the professor's yacht and discovers that his wife is plotting to murder him.

When the tax man takes away the Professor's inheritance and his old apartment has been occupied, Nikki offers him her home; Andell convinces Nikki that the Professor will not marry her if she continues to let him freeload.

Nikki buys a burial plot for herself and the Professor; Stevie and T hire a new singer for the band in order to replace Kim.

Kim returns from Harvard to find that Nikki has rented out her room; T convinces the professor to join a pyramid scheme.