Chattr’s resident Billion Dollar Playground insider is back to break down another episode of Binge’s new reality TV show. You can read about my experience being a guest on episodes 1 and 2 here. Here is my take on episode 4.
Sweven Estate continues this week as Curtis’ guest group lap up the luxurious countryside experience – and the concierge crew attempt to keep their cool while things get fiery behind the scenes.
First up, a pig on the spit affectionately named Wilbur (RIP) took centre stage – slowly roasted over three hours by our resident food artist George. Although, George did confess to never having prepared a pig on the spit before, he was clearly up for the challenge. An added bonus was later on when the shirtless George and Jay were carrying the spit tray, viewers weren’t the only ones enjoying the show with female crew admiring the view. I am sure many viewers were grateful.
But it’s wasn’t just the roast that was heating up — tensions between Jasmin and JB reached boiling point this episode. After she caught JB’s call to Alex behind her back last week, Jasmin was clearly worried about losing her manager role. Cue Alex sending in a new concierge, Grace, to balance Jasmin’s workload.
When Jasmin called a meeting with the crew to announce Grace’s arrival the response was mixed. Whilst Jasmin and Heaven were happy to have extra help, JB was less than thrilled and clearly felt threatened and Elsie was exasperated about the number of concierges while she was drowning in laundry in the basement on her own.
Meanwhile, the guests are treated to Jay’s bootcamp-meets-wellness itinerary with a fitness session followed by ice baths. However, nothing could prepare the crew for the sound bath experience Heaven had organised for the crew with a Sound Healer. Think chanting, moaning and physical vibrations echoing through the estate. The crew was seen giggling behind the scenes, with Elsie throwing her now-signature shade: “Rich people are strange.”
In the midst of the chaos, Jasmin diplomatically announced Grace’s had arrived – a polished, globally seasoned and self-declared “billion dollar girlie.” “I’m not there to make friends,” she says in her piece-to-camera debut. “I’m there to do a job.”
The first point of call for Grace was to ensure the lunch service was on time. After last week’s rant by Curtis about prompt service, the pressure was on. Grace and Jasmin sent JB on a cocktail supply run and he was fuming about it — but returned in time to pull off a smooth lunchtime drinks service. Small wins.
Grace didn’t stop there. She helped Elsie – teaching her how to fold toilet paper and stack laundry properly but Elsie wasn’t having it: she wanted “Less talking, more doing.”
Romance was also brewing in the countryside paradise. Matt and Nicole were giving us soft slow- vibes — glances, coffee banter and shy blushing. Heaven, Elsie, and Nicole had a girlie gossip session about it. Elsie declared, “Matt’s in love with Nicole!”. Nicole, visibly flustered, admitted she’s from a strict background and hadn’t dated much. “I’d kiss him,” she giggled.
While the guests went out for dinner at nearby fine dining restaurant Cricca, JB and Grace prepared for an after dinner cocktails and cigar experience (Grace’s idea). Curtis and the guests were delighted with this sophisticated experience on their last night of the stay.
The next morning the guests said their goodbyes to the crew with warmth and smiles and Heaven got teary and emotional.
Back to business for the guest review, Heaven received glowing feedback – “a beacon of light and love.” Chefs Matt and George had also impressed.
Nicole copped criticism for getting guest names wrong and walked off teary-eyed, feeling scapegoated for laundry issues that were clearly a shared effort. She eventually returned to apologise, showing class under pressure. Alex noted it was also a management problem, and Jasmin agreed the team had let her down.
Grace, however, was praised for “completely turning the stay around” with next-level service. JB, of course, didn’t take that well.
That night the crew went out for drinks to celebrate. Matt and Nicole snuck outside and Matt finally made his move and they shared a kiss – Sweet, awkward and real.
Next week’s preview? A brand-new group led by a fashion entrepreneur — total foodies. We hear someone complain the food is cold (gasp), Jasmin finally steps into “Boss Bitch” mode, and Grace polarises the team while trying to co-lead. George isn’t loving her taking the reins, and JB looks ready to explode. Buckle up.
Billion Dollar Playground episodes drop weekly from May 13 on BINGE and Foxtel.
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