Two Bay Area Contenders Enter the 'Top Chef' Thunderdome for Season 22
Briefly

Bravo's Top Chef is set to enter its 22nd season on March 13, with two chefs from the Bay Area: Anya El-Wattar of Birch & Rye and Vincenzo Loseto of the Michelin-starred Press. Competing among 13 others in Canada, they face fierce contenders from Los Angeles and beyond. El-Wattar’s Birch & Rye, celebrated for its modern Russian cuisine, earned her acclaim including the title of Chef of the Year from Eater SF. Loseto has a robust culinary background with awards and experience in prestigious kitchens, showcasing the high calibre of participants this season.
‘Top Chef’ Season 22 will feature Bay Area chefs Anya El-Wattar and Vincenzo Loseto competing in Canada against 13 others for the culinary crown.
El-Wattar's Birch & Rye, a modern Russian restaurant, was recognized as one of the best in the Bay Area before closing in 2024.
Loseto, with experience from elite restaurants and as a gold medal winner at the Bocuse d'Or, brings significant culinary credentials to the competition.
Read at Eater SF
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