Bravo is delivering a packed week of programming, highlighted by the highly anticipated premiere of “Top Chef” season 23 and the season 11 finale of “Southern Charm.” From March 9 through March 13, viewers can expect new episodes of fan favorites including “Below Deck Down Under,” “Summer House,” “Vanderpump Rules,” “Southern Hospitality,” and “The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills,” along with daytime marathons revisiting previous seasons.
The week also includes the network debut of “Vanderpump Rules” reunion episodes and the continued rollout of “Ladies of London: The New Reign.” Here is a day-by-day look at what Bravo viewers can watch this week.
Monday March 9: ‘Below Deck Down Under’ Returns & ‘Top Chef’ Season 23 Premieres
Bravo kicks off the week with a full-day marathon of “Top Chef” season 22 from 6 a.m. through 6 p.m., giving fans a chance to revisit last season before the newest installment arrives.
At 7 p.m., a new episode of “Below Deck Down Under” airs with season 4, episode 5, titled “Textual Tension.”
At 8 p.m., the series continues with the premiere of season 4, episode 6, “Gossip Bo.” According to Bravo, “As Alesia scrambles to bury a regrettable text, gossip spreads faster than she can contain it — igniting confrontations within the interior. Chef Ben finds his footing in the galley until a broken oven threatens to derail the charter and push him back into crisis mode.”
At 9 p.m., the network launches the season 23 premiere of “Top Chef” with episode 1, “Carolina Roots.”
Bravo describes the episode: “Top Chef heads to the Carolinas with 15 new chefs. For their first Quickfire Challenge, the chefs head to Charlotte Motor Speedway where they are greeted by Kristen, Tom and Gail, and the first guest judges of the season – NASCAR Hall of Famer Jimmie Johnson and two-time NASCAR Cup Series champion Kyle Busch.”
The challenge pushes contestants to cook under pressure. “The chefs divide into teams of three and face a high-speed challenge as they prepare and plate their finest dish before the time it takes a professional driver to complete 23 laps,” Bravo explains.
For the elimination round, chefs must create dishes inspired by their roots using sweet potatoes, North Carolina’s state vegetable. Judges are joined by Chef Sean Brock and “Top Chef” alum Jamie Lynch.
Tuesday March 10: ‘Summer House’ Drama & ‘Vanderpump Rules’ Reunion
Tuesday begins with a “Vanderpump Rules” reunion rewatch marathon from 6 a.m. to 2 p.m., followed by a “Summer House” season 3 marathon from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m.
At 7 p.m., “Summer House” returns with season 10, episode 5, “Summer Knights.”
At 8 p.m., Bravo airs the premiere of season 10, episode 6, titled “The Joke’s On You.” According to the episode description, “Kyle and Amanda finally get their summer back on track, but will the peace last? A comment at Amanda’s birthday dinner lands Bailey in hot water with Ben. West confides in Ben about his regrets with Ciara.”
At 9 p.m., “Vanderpump Rules” continues with season 12, episode 14, “Reunion Part 2,” making its network premiere.
Bravo describes the episode as “the dramatic conclusion to the season,” adding that “Chris and Jason open up about their controversial video. Shayne and Natalie reveal surprising developments in their relationship. Angelica must defend her new boyfriend to the group.”
Wednesday March 11: ‘Southern Charm’ Season 11 Finale Leads the Night
Wednesday programming begins with a “Southern Hospitality” season 2 rewatch marathon from 6 a.m. through 11 a.m.
From noon until 7 p.m., Bravo airs a marathon of “Southern Charm” season 11 episodes leading up to the season finale.
At 8 p.m., the season concludes with episode 15, “Carolina Daze.” Bravo states, “Madison brings baby Teddi home from the hospital. Patricia hosts a Carolina Day party where Craig is confronted by multiple members of the group. Salley voices her feelings to Austen.”
At 9 p.m., a new episode of “Southern Hospitality” airs with season 4, episode 2, “Folly Follies.”
Bravo previews the episode: “Brad attempts to bury the hatchet with Maddi and makes a revelation about Emmy. The group heads to Folly Beach for a healing trip where Mia confronts Maddi upon arrival.”
Thursday March 12: RHOBH Returns & ‘Ladies of London: The New Reign
Thursday daytime programming features a marathon of “The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills” season 15 from 8 a.m. through 7 p.m.
At 8 p.m., a new episode of “The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills” airs with season 15, episode 13, “Read the Room.”
Bravo teases the episode: “Bozoma pulls out all the stops for the first night in Italy, including a surprise operatic performance. Erika questions Sutton’s motive for choosing Amanda as her roommate. Amanda’s attempt to smooth things over with Dorit leads to frustration from Kyle and Sutton. Rachel receives a troubling text from home.”
At 9 p.m., Bravo premieres “Ladies of London: The New Reign” season 4, episode 3, “Whining in the Rain.”
According to the network, “Martha digs through long-forgotten boxes from her past, unearthing memories. Myka sits down with Dara. Missè organizes a day of wine tasting and bonding, but for Kimi the experience leaves a lingering bitterness.”
