It's t-minus 30 days till the third season of FX's hit show The Bear is released, and it has us equal parts hungry, stressed and somewhat confused about why saying "Yes, Chef!" has such a satisfying effect on us...
And after two seasons already of the TV series already, we can only guess that season three will be a pressure cooker of clashing personalities – burnt egos simmering alongside fiery ambition. The tension hangs thick enough to snap a whisk in two – but we want to know: what makes Richie so fiery, and Carmy so relentlessly driven?
Do their celestial alignments fuel the kitchen's relentless pace, or do they actually offer balance amidst the clattering pans and shouts? With a sprinkle of skepticism and a dash of celestial wisdom, we'll uncover whether these self-assigned star signs are spot-on or wildly off the mark.
Taurus: Carmen "Carmy" Berzatto
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We're buckling on our knees and saying "Yes, chef!" to Carmen (and Jeremy Allen-White). When we first reviewed the characters from The Bear, it seemed as though Carmy's deep sensitivities and highly creative spirit made him a Cancer. But season 3 has shown as a new side. An obsession with creating a refined and ever changing opulent menu, and stubbornly sticking to his guns even when the consequences are dire. Who could that be other than a Taurus? The tastemakers of the Zodiac, some of Taurus's best qualities are their loves of beauty and desire to seek out luxury and pleasure. But at their worst, Taurus is stubborn to a point of fault. They will dig their heels in and never let up, even if it means ruin.
That said, he's quite the emotional one, preferring to express that he cares by showing or doing, rather than telling. He can't quite seem to communicate his feelings and usually shies away from forced intimate moments (unless he's locked in a freezer of course). And of course, he's very family-driven with a strong connection to home – even if that family is as broken and privy to blow-ups as the Berzattos. And whether for the best or worst, he's not one to let go of things quite easily. So perhaps a Cancer Moon with an Aries Rising to explain the temper?
Virgo: Sydney Adamu
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On the contrary to her business partner Carmy – Sydney is witty, analytical, driven, and likes to think she's always right. Our girl loves a spreadsheet, and likes to be in control. She's also an excellent teacher, providing detailed guidance to help those around learn and the kitchen to run with pin-point precision. This might make sense why the two business partners can't seem to agree on the same thing - Taurus and Virgo both tend to think they're always right. But here's hoping the Earth sign commonality brings them together in the end.
Sagittarius: Richard "Richie" Jerimovich (aka Cousin)
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Cousin is a fire sign for sure: he's quick to anger and has been seen throughout the seasons to take some time to mature as he can become a bit blunt and straightforward. But under that he's passionate, funny, spontaneous and very loyal. He has quite the thirst for knowledge when he's interested in something, and he loves to debate an idea.
Aries: Tina Marrero
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Another firey member of The Original Beef of Chicagoland's kitchen is Tina. Fuelled with passion and one to take action, she's always been portrayed as independent – someone who is unafraid to forge her own path to get where she wants. As Sydney's sous-chef she's also not afraid to be a little bit bossy. It's always difficult to befriend an Aries when they've made up their mind not to open up, but once you melt the stone, they're the most loyal people you could ever meet. Much like our Tina.
Taurus: Marcus Brooks
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Marcus shows us the other side of a Taurus. Sweet and sensible. He is the embodiment of Ferdinand the Bull, content to busy himself in his art and find beauty in creation. Marcus' quiet charm is the antidote to the rest of the kitchen's chaos. He's content in his own world of mixing, proofing and icing his desserts out the back of the kitchen – perhaps a little too in his own world at times. As we've seen, his skills definitely bloom when nurtured – he's a words of affirmation kind of guy – and it's easy to see he's creative and hardworking. However, not one to usually take risks, we see Marcus challenge those Taurus traits as he steps out of his comfort zone in the past season.
Pisces: Natalie "Sugar" Berzatto
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The glue holding The Bear's kitchen together is Carmy's intuitive and anxiety-ridden sister affectionately known as "Sugar". As the group's unofficial "mum", she craves structure that she can never quite find. Yet she finds a way in interpret the chaotic restaurant and guide it in a way that only a Piscean can. These Water Signs have a penchant for seeing things that others cannot. But beneath that capable exterior lies a romantic streak, evident in her persistent, one-sided connection with her mother – a connection that, much like a no-show reservation, seems destined for disappointment.
Aquarius: Neil Fak
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Fak is definitively a free-spirit – whether he's messing around with Richie, or using his creativity to figure out an alternative way to fix something in the restaurant. His literal take on the mirepoix broth and unusual interests reeks of Aquarian tendencies. He's a guy who seems to fit the archetype of the loveable eccentric – everyone knows him and (despite his incompetence) loves him. While unpredictable, Fak's hiccups always come from a good place.
Scorpio: Michael "Mikey" Berzatto
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We can't help but be drawn to Mikey, he's charming, kind and appealing – he had such an intensity about him that even young Carmy wanted to be like him. He had a sultry, magnetic charm to persuade people in the room that a story about his drunk night out with his cousin was the most invigorating and best experience of his life. But boy, like a Scorpio did he have some secrets. Secrets that are even still yet to be unravelled. His self-destructive tendencies were ultimately his most fatal flaw.
