My mom is really into the show Top Chef. It is an American TV show that first aired in 2006.
Is it popular?
It really is. Top Chef started its fifteenth season earlier this year in January.
Holy cow, that is a lot of seasons, I know Survivor has more seasons, and maybe the simpsons but that is it
Top Chef even spawned spin-off shows. There is now a Top Junior Chef for teens. 
I may have seen one with little kids, is that a thing?
That may have been Top Chef Junior. Its kids in their early teens. There is also international versions that have been produced.