On last Wednesday's season finale of Top Chef, guest judge Rocco DiSpirito declared that he was sick of eating foie gras.
Although, I have to side with fellow judge Branford Marsalis, who claimed he "could eat foie gras all day," I can completely relate to Rocco when it comes to being tired of certain foods.
Personally, I'm weary of seeing nothing but crème brûlée, sorbet trios, and flourless chocolate cakes on dessert menus.
What dishes are you completely over?
The fifth season of Top Chef is officially over, and in an interesting turn of events the new winner was neither Carla nor Stefan, but the strapping young baldy from Boulder, CO, Hosea. Since speaking with Hosea on the phone last Friday, I have a new perspective on the somewhat misunderstood chef. He actually has a degree in engineering and looks at the kitchen with a scientific mind. His last meal, humbly, would be the perfect BLT. To find out what Hosea had to say about winning and his relationship with fellow contestant, Leah, read more
Although many people thought Stefan was a cocky bastard, I happened to like the quick-witted chef. Sure he was arrogant, but he had the skills to back up the ego. However, his impressive culinary expertise wasn't good enough for him to earn the title of Top Chef. When I spoke with Stefan yesterday, I was surprised at how funny he was. He happily endorses bloggers and is coming out with a clothing line. To find out what he had to say — yes he is still madly in love with Jamie! — read more
In an upsetting turn of events, Carla lost her cool during the final challenge of Top Chef. Like many people, I was totally disappointed! It was tough to see the normally cheery chef get teary-eyed during judges' table, but you'll be happy to know that when I spoke with her yesterday, "Hootie" was back to her fabulously spirited self. The passionate chef had a lot to say about her experience, and to find out her thoughts on Casey and the competition, read more
The remaining three contestants were asked to create the best meal of their lives in last night's season finale of Top Chef. It was a suspenseful show with several unexpected twists. Finalists from previous seasons were brought back to compete, Rocco Dispirito and a jazz musician judged, and even an alligator made an appearance. Did you catch the final episode? How well were you paying attention? Find out now when you take my quiz!
It's over! The final episode of Top Chef 5 aired last night and a new cheftestant was named Top Chef. It was an exciting end to the competition. One chef stepped up to the plate, another failed to shine, and the third cracked under the pressure. To see what I thought of the outcome — warning: the winner is announced, so if you don't want to know who is Top Chef, don't click through! If you did watch, read more
So, who will it be? The Top Chef: New York finale airs tonight on Bravo, and once again I've gotten sucked into another season of succulent cooking and "did that just happen?" drama.
Tonight, the three remaining chefs get the customary final challenge from had judge Tom Colicchio: "Cook the best meal of your life." It seems straightforward enough, but this is a Bravo reality show, after all; I'm sure there will be at least one twist, if not several!
I've been following all the action on TV and on YumSugar this season, and while several of my favorites got eliminated before the finale, I'm still excited to see the remaining three throw down their knives tonight. Full disclosure: I'm rooting for Carla, and if she wins, you'll probably be able to hear my yells of "Hootie!" Which chef do you think should win? To check out a preview for tonight's episode, just read more
The second part of the New Orleans season finale airs tonight! Although I'd love to see Carla take the title, I have a feeling Stefan is going to be the next top chef. How about you?
It's down to the wire on Top Chef with only three contestants remaining. Fabio was the first of the Euros to pack up his knives and leave the competition. Yesterday, I had the chance to speak with him over the phone. To find out what he had to say about Stefan, his experience, and Padma's Italian, read more
Part one of the Top Chef season finale aired last night on Bravo. The episode was a celebration of Southern, particularly Creole, cuisine. Emeril Lagasse guest judged the masquerade ball challenge. Did you watch? How well were you paying attention? Find out now when you take my quiz.
