
The just-ended season four of
Top Chef was one of my favorites so far — not just because a female chef finally won (
go Stephanie!) but also because I found myself wanting to make more of the recipes than ever before. I've rounded up some of my favorites from this season's challenges; to check out my picks, just click "start," then tell me which dishes you most want to try.

All season I've been asking if you pay attention to
Top Chef. Each week I expect you to score well on our quizzes, and this week is no exception. So did you check out last night's reunion special.

Well folks with last night's reunion show, the fourth season of
Top Chef has finally come to a close. What did you think of the reunion. Check out all of my questions and thoughts, and let us know what you thought of the special, as well as the whole season.

I know you all were as excited as I was to see Stephanie Izard become the first female to win
Top Chef. Congratulations, Stephanie.
Over the course of the show, the Chicago-based chef, 31, kept her cool while churning out creative and comforting dishes.

Love her or hate her — and I have a feeling I know where most of you stand on this one — Lisa Fernandes is a passionate chef. She showed that her fiery personality and kitchen skills could put her on the path to becoming a
Top Chef. Unfortunately for her, she fell just short and had to settle for a runner-up prize.
I recently had the opportunity to sit down and chat with Lisa.