Five things you didn’t know about Mary Berg

We all adore Mary Berg for her incredible cooking chops and vibrant presence, but hold on to your chef's hats because there's a whole lot more to her than meets the eye! Let's dive into five things you didn’t know about Mary that will surely bring a smile to your face:

Butterflies? Nope!

Who would've thought that someone as fearless as Mary would have a soft spot for... butterflies? Yep, you heard it right! While spiders and snakes don't faze her, those fluttery insects give her the jitters. It just goes to show that even the bravest souls can have their quirks.

She Takes Cheesy Shortcuts

Cheese lovers, unite! Mary Berg is all of us when it comes to embracing the cheesy goodness in life. But here's the twist – forget the fancy fromage! Mary's guilty pleasure is none other than the good ol' parmesan cheese that comes in a can. No shame in taking the easy route to cheesy happiness!

Baton Twirling Queen

Before she became the kitchen superstar we know and love, young Mary tried her hand at something totally unexpected: baton twirling! And guess what? She still knows her way around a baton. It's proof that her talents go way beyond cooking up a storm.

From Participation Ribbons to MasterChef Champion

You might think Mary was always racking up trophies, but here's the scoop: she claims to have been the "participation ribbon kid" in her earlier days. But guess what turned the tide? Her very first big win was no less than the MasterChef Canada title! Mary proves that dreams do come true when you aim high.

Winging It as an Amateur Birdwatcher

Amidst all the pots and pans, Mary Berg has a soft spot for something a little more feathered – birds! She's an amateur birdwatcher who loves gazing at the skies with her trusty binoculars. If you catch her in action, don't be surprised – she's just enjoying her avian adventures.

So there you have it! Mary Berg, the culinary sensation and new daytime TV host, has a playful side that's as endearing as her cooking skills. From fluttery fears to twirling triumphs, she's a bundle of surprises waiting to be uncovered. Who knew there was so much more to love about Mary?

Tune in to The Good Stuff with Mary Berg premiering September 5 at 10am ET on CTV.