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Top Chef Quiz: Meat Natalie

partysugar — Thu, 29 Oct 2009 10:15:41 -0700

On the most recent Top Chef, the cheftestants were invited to cook in Tom Colicchio's Craftsteak restaurant, only instead of making steaks, they created vegetarian dishes for Natalie Portman. Did you watch? More importantly, were you paying attention? Find out now and take the quiz!

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Top Chef Vegas: Episode 8

partysugar — Thu, 15 Oct 2009 02:00:15 -0700

Did you catch the latest episode of Top Chef? We had Pilates, pairings, and Charlie Palmer, the guest judge. Did anyone else wonder how come Bravo couldn't find a judge who didn't know the V Bros? Want to discuss more details? Well, you know what to do, keep reading.

Yummy Links: From Peanut Butter Bacon Pie to Alton Brown

partysugar — Fri, 02 Oct 2009 06:50:08 -0700

Must make: frozen peanut butter pie with candied bacon. - Gourmet
Find out which cheap olive oils taste good.- Serious Eats
Learn the basic technique for teriyaki chicken. - Chow
Erik Trinidad teaches Nightline how to make fancy fast food. - Eat Me Daily
An inside look at the ultimate New York City pop-up event. - The Epi-Log
Who knew Tom Colicchio had so many lookalikes? - Eater
Madonna is "not a cheese person." - Grub Street
Alton Brown disses his fellow Food Network chefs. - Food Network Humor

Top Chef Vegas: Episode 5

partysugar — Wed, 16 Sep 2009 23:06:42 -0700

In what may be the world's first pairing of chuck wagons and ceviche, the Top Chef gang went camping this week. In 100-plus degree heat on a dusty dude ranch, the chefs prepared meals over fire pits for a group of hungry ranchers. It looked simultaneously horrible and highly entertaining.

Who do you think looked most home on the range? Let's talk about it when you read more.

Do you like the "high stakes" quickfires more when they win money or immunity?
I feel like we're finally getting to know the contestants; did this episode give you a new perspective on any of the chefs?
Is ceviche this season's scallops?
Is Michael V. too cocky, or does he deserve to be?
Which challenge seemed harder: cooking cactus or cooking at the camp?
Would you want to eat fish on a dude ranch?
Does Tom Colicchio seem to be getting tougher and less polite with each season or is it just me?
How odd was it that Ron made mojitos even though he doesn't drink?
Whose dish would you most want to eat? I'm curious to try Kevin's, since I'm fixated with watermelon and tequila right now.

Did I forget an important point of discussion? Bring it up in the comments.

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Top Chef Vegas: Episode 4

partysugar — Thu, 10 Sep 2009 00:30:10 -0700

This week's Top Chef was all about classical French cuisine. First, the cheftestants had to show what they could do with escargot, then they partnered up to prepare several different traditional French dishes. The star-studded lineup of judges included Daniel Boulud and Hubert Keller. Want to talk about the episode? Well you know what to do, keep reading!

Top Chef Vegas: Episode 2

partysugar — Thu, 27 Aug 2009 00:30:30 -0700

With Top Chef Masters officially over we can finally turn our attention to getting to know the 16 remaining chefs on Top Chef Vegas. The second episode aired last night and after watching, I've come to several conclusions. Mike might be the world's biggest douche, Kevin's beard and Jesse's lip ring are distracting, and Jennifer scares me. To discuss all the delicious details, read more.

Todd English: hot or not?
Re: Jennifer - Does a female have to be mean and tough to succeed as a chef?
Do you enjoy the behind-the-scenes videos Bravo airs during the commercials?
My favorite line: "It's true, gay guys grow flowers better than straight guys." What quote stood out in your mind?
Was Ashley being too sensitive or does she have a right to be offended?
Isn't it weird that the bachelor/ette parties are in the exact same place?
Did the producers choose the boys vs. girls challenge because they knew it was easy drama? The boys put down the girls, the girls put down the boys. The boys think they are better, the girls think they are better. The boys act stupid and jump in the pool, the girls act superior and annoyed. It seemed scripted.
That being said, don't the boys' dishes seem way more sophisticated than the girls?
Could the brothers make it to the final three?
Overall, how do you feel about this season so far?

Did I forget something? Please bring up more discussion points below!

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Yummy Links: From Tom's Commercial to Momofuki's Milk

partysugar — Tue, 25 Aug 2009 07:50:01 -0700

Tom Colicchio is now starring in an American Express commercial. - Eat Me Daily
One writer's search for the perfect wok. - Serious Eats
Must make: grilled chocolate sandwich - Chow
Love Frank Bruni? Now you can make his mother's pesto recipe. - Mouthing Off
Would you eat this pizza in a cone? - Grub Street
Get excited for football season by stocking up on the latest tailgating gear. - The Epi-Log
David Chang's Momofuki Milk Bar is now selling flavored milk to go. - Eater

How Well Do You Know the Top Chef Judges & Contestants?

partysugar — Mon, 17 Aug 2009 05:50:24 -0700

Hey Top Chef fans, get excited: the new season debuts this Wednesday night at 9 p.m.! To get everyone in the mood for the next round in Las Vegas, I put together a fun quiz that tests your knowledge of the judges and past contestants. I'll list a judge's quote, and you have to guess which cheftestant it's about. So, what are you waiting for? Play away!

Question 1 of 10

"In the end, she realized her strength. She's a chef who needs to roll something over in her brain, try it out 15 different ways, refine it, and then she'll nail it."

Yummy Links: From Panini-Offs to Pie Crusts

YumSugar — Fri, 31 Jul 2009 07:00:31 -0700

Jimmy Fallon and Tom Colicchio face off in a panini showdown. -Eat Me Daily
Food'lebrities: Photoshopped celebs whose names sound like snacks. - Lemondrop
Gobbling up the world's best beach food. - Epicurious
Chefs weigh in on the Obamas' date night number two. - Grub Street
Veteran restaurant publicist says it wasn't this bad even after Sept. 11. - The Feedbag
These United Plates prints are almost cute enough to eat. - Serious Eats
Taybarns is the Golden Corral of the UK. - Chow
Taste-testing Vio, Coke's new fruity milk soda drinks. - Eater
Do you prefer butter or shortening in your pie crusts? - Baking Bites

Top Chef Masters: Episode 4

partysugar — Thu, 09 Jul 2009 00:01:39 -0700

After a week hiatus, Top Chef Masters was back last night with Douglas Rodriguez, John Besh, Anita Lo, and Mark Peel competing for their respective charities. Eggs, magic, Tom Colicchio, and Doogie Howser played supporting roles. Did you watch? Want to discuss the episode? Keep reading.