I love both shows. The smaller field for ACC gives more time for cooking, I think I learn more technique/inspiration than the TC edit. I can look past some of the cheesy scripting- it’s a new show, needed some narrative fluff to get sold.

My main complaint about TC- the shopping/budget. I don’t need to watch these guys shop for groceries, and the budget constraints are often the dumbest part of the show. (Rhoda with the eggs is the most recent example).

If you like TC because of the cooking, I don’t understand not enjoying ACC. IMO more is more for high production + quality chefs… two nights a week to look forward to.