The perfect combination? (Bravo, ABC)

As giant foodies (as in, we like food), as well as people who are interested in the intricacies of real life relationships (like the ones you see on reality television contests that involve rose ceremonies) we are very excited about this new NBC show that is currently being cast.

As the casting call says, "It's a modern-day dating show that brings together everyone's two favorite things: food and love." These men must cook to win a woman's heart. A modern day fairy tale, really, because we know that a way to a man's heart is food, but the idea that women also enjoy eating food is a relatively new concept that even some third-wave feminists refuse to accept.

Bottom line: We bet a lot of lonely food truck dudes are going to go for this one.

Here's the ad, via Craigslist:

Each episode pits real-life single men in competition with each other in the kitchen as they try to win the affection of our lovely bachelorette. The single guys will field questions while simultaneously cooking the bachelorette's favorite dish. With the clock ticking down...who can keep their cool, let their personality shine and deliver the dish that will seal the deal? In the end the best plate gets the date!

We are looking for lively, engaging real women and men for a fun new dating show. Contestants should be 27 -- 42 (any ethnicity), genuinely single, looking to connect and meet new people, and willing to step into a kitchen. Cooking skills not required but a sense of humor, good conversational/bantering skills, hobbies you are passionate about and a willingness to tell funny personal anecdotes and stories are.

Contestants must live in the NY/Tri-State area and be available to shoot July 30 and 31. Auditions week of July 16th in NYC.

It's definitely a good thing that a cooking skills are not required for these guys, because who wants a show that can actually deliver on its promise to be about both food AND love.

One or the other ladies, you have to pick!

"Shahs of Sunset Strip"

So as not to lose any points from the network's huge Middle America fanbase, the previews for the show keep things pretty vague as to where exactly their stars are from.

And here's the description of the show, via Bravo's website:

Shahs of Sunset follows a group of friends who are trying to juggle their active social lives and up-and-coming careers while balancing the demands of their families and traditions. These passionate socialites are fervent on the dating and party scene, but seeking approval from their family they face pressures to settle down and marry within the community. From outings on Rodeo Drive to traditional Persian feasts at home, this series celebrates the unique lifestyle of a group of friends who have worked hard for what they have and are not afraid to flaunt it.

Well that doesn't tell us anything! The cast bios shed a little more insight, referring to the new Bravoleberties like A$a Rahmati as "Persian." For Reza Farahan, Bravo took a gamble and referred to "openly gay" real estate mogul as Iranian.

Is America ready for an Iranian Real Housewives in this political climate? Probably, if it makes for good television, with a lot of hair-pulling during the reunion. Already, the drama is brewing as one of the women on the show, Kathy Salem, is suing Bravo and Mr. Seacrest for allowing her to be bullied and "humiliated" by cast members.