Renowned Chef Returns Home and Sparks Romance in Hallmark’s Latest Rom-Com ‘Catch of the Day’
Get ready for a heartwarming culinary adventure with Hallmark Channel’s latest rom-com, *Catch of the Day*. Premiering Saturday, August 30 at 8/7c, this delightful film stars Emilie Ullerup, Michael Rady, and Katie Lee Biegel.
The story follows Sophie, an aspiring executive chef, who returns home to help revive her family’s struggling restaurant. Along the way, she ends up rekindling an old flame—because, of course, that’s how these things go.
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If you’re looking to catch the live premiere, there are a handful of streaming services that make it easy and affordable. You don’t have to empty your wallet to tune in.
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The Plot: A Culinary Romance
*Catch of the Day* centers on Sophie (Emilie Ullerup), who’s just about to become an executive chef in New York. Then she finds out her family’s restaurant is in trouble, so she puts her career on pause and heads home.
While trying to save the restaurant, Sophie runs into Cam (Michael Rady), an old crush who stirs up all sorts of questions about her life choices. The film mixes romance, family, and food—honestly, what’s not to like?
Meet the Cast
The cast really brings the story to life:
- Emilie Ullerup as Sophie, the ambitious chef
- Michael Rady as Cam, the charming old flame
- Katie Lee Biegel in a supporting role
How to Watch *Catch of the Day*
Cord-cutter? No problem. There are plenty of ways to stream the premiere live without cable.
Philo
Philo is among the most budget-friendly options out there. For $28 a month after a 7-day free trial, you get over 70 channels—TLC, MTV, BET, AMC, CMT, and more.
It’s a solid pick if you want to keep costs low but still watch your favorite shows and movies.
Fubo
Fubo is another big name in live TV streaming, starting at $84.99 a month after a free trial. The base package gives you over 100 channels.
Unlimited DVR is a nice touch, so you can record and watch whenever you want. Not bad if you tend to miss premieres.
DirecTV
DirecTV offers a ton of live TV channels and starts at $86.99 a month after a 5-day free trial. You can pick genre packs to avoid unnecessary filler, which is honestly a relief.
If you want a comprehensive streaming setup, it’s worth considering.
Sling
Sling is another solid alternative to cable, with plans starting at $45.99 a month after the first month. They’re rolling out day, week, and weekend passes, so you can just pay for what you need.
These passes start at just $4.99, which is pretty tempting if you only want to watch the premiere.
The Appeal of Culinary Rom-Coms
Culinary rom-coms have their own kind of magic. They bring together the love of food and the messiness of relationships, which—let’s be honest—makes for a pretty irresistible combo.
*Catch of the Day* looks like it’ll deliver both romance and mouthwatering dishes, which is all I really want from a movie like this.
Final Thoughts
Don’t miss the premiere of Catch of the Day on the Hallmark Channel this Saturday, August 30 at 8/7c.
Maybe you’re into rom-coms, maybe you just love a good food story—either way, this one’s got a bit of both.
There are plenty of affordable streaming options, so honestly, why not give it a shot?
Grab some popcorn, get comfy, and see if it leaves you with a smile after the credits. That’s the hope, anyway.
Happy streaming!
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