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I was a guest on 'Top Chef.' These 5 things surprised me about what actually happens on the show.

The guest experience on 'Top Chef' includes strict NDAs, outdoor filming, and an overall laid-back environment despite the serious nature of the competition.

This local chef will compete on 'Top Chef' Season 21

Former executive chef Valentine Howell Jr. to appear on 'Top Chef' season 21 starting March 20th.
Boston chefs like Tiffany Faison and Karen Akunowicz have gained celebrity status from the show.

Changes Are Coming to 'Top Chef' Season 21

Top Chef Season 21 will be held in Wisconsin with Kristen Kish as the new host.
Contestants can win money in every Quickfire Challenge and immunity will only be given after an Elimination Challenge.

I was a guest on 'Top Chef.' These 5 things surprised me about what actually happens on the show.

The guest experience on 'Top Chef' includes strict NDAs, outdoor filming, and an overall laid-back environment despite the serious nature of the competition.

This local chef will compete on 'Top Chef' Season 21

Former executive chef Valentine Howell Jr. to appear on 'Top Chef' season 21 starting March 20th.
Boston chefs like Tiffany Faison and Karen Akunowicz have gained celebrity status from the show.

Changes Are Coming to 'Top Chef' Season 21

Top Chef Season 21 will be held in Wisconsin with Kristen Kish as the new host.
Contestants can win money in every Quickfire Challenge and immunity will only be given after an Elimination Challenge.
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Voltaggio brothers say new Frederick chophouse is their 'missing piece'

The Voltaggio brothers are excited to open Wye Oak Tavern in Frederick, highlighting their commitment to their hometown after years of culinary success.

East Bay gifts for the foodies and cooks on your list

Shop local for unique holiday gifts for food lovers in the East Bay
Top Chef's Fabio Viviani offers distinctive desserts-in-a-jar at JARS
Sur la Table presents inspiring culinary gift ideas including popular cookbooks
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'Top Chef' Host Is Leading Her First New York Kitchen - But There's a Catch

Kristen Kish's first NYC restaurant opens at members-only Ned Nomad, with public access at The Atrium, debuting in spring 2025.

Kristen Kish Reveals The High-Protein Breakfast She Eats On The 'Top Chef' Set

Kristen Kish's hosting role on Top Chef has received positive feedback, showcasing her relatable yet aspirational approach in a challenging industry.

New 'Top Chef' Feels a Whole Lot Like Old 'Top Chef'

No more Quickfire immunity this season
Kristen Kish offers a seamless transition as the new host

A new season of Top Chef' brings a new host, new rules and running sausages

Kristen Kish is the new host of Top Chef Season 21, set in Milwaukee and Madison, Wisconsin.
Season 21 contestants include renowned chefs like Rasika Venkatesa, David Murphy, and Laura Ozyilmaz with impressive culinary backgrounds.

'Top Chef' Host Is Leading Her First New York Kitchen - But There's a Catch

Kristen Kish's first NYC restaurant opens at members-only Ned Nomad, with public access at The Atrium, debuting in spring 2025.

Kristen Kish Reveals The High-Protein Breakfast She Eats On The 'Top Chef' Set

Kristen Kish's hosting role on Top Chef has received positive feedback, showcasing her relatable yet aspirational approach in a challenging industry.

New 'Top Chef' Feels a Whole Lot Like Old 'Top Chef'

No more Quickfire immunity this season
Kristen Kish offers a seamless transition as the new host

A new season of Top Chef' brings a new host, new rules and running sausages

Kristen Kish is the new host of Top Chef Season 21, set in Milwaukee and Madison, Wisconsin.
Season 21 contestants include renowned chefs like Rasika Venkatesa, David Murphy, and Laura Ozyilmaz with impressive culinary backgrounds.
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A Chef's Profile, an Ask Dave, and Myriad MOIFs

Tom Colicchio is a culinary icon known for his influence on contemporary cuisine and activism.

The first female winner of 'Top Chef' to open restaurant in this SF suburb

Stephanie Izard is expanding her culinary brand by opening Valley Goat, her first restaurant in Northern California, set for early 2025.

A Year of Milestones, Letdowns, and Love at Charly Pierre's Fritai

Charly Pierre celebrates three successful years of Fritai and reflects on growth in the restaurant business after overcoming significant challenges.

'Top Chef' began in San Francisco. 18 years later, it faces an identity crisis.

'Top Chef' has evolved into a cultural bellwether for food and television, showcasing shifting dynamics within the culinary industry since its 2006 debut.
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Padma Lakshmi Is Back to Hosting, But It's Not 'Top Chef'

Padma Lakshmi is developing a new cooking competition series for CBS after her departure from Top Chef, signaling her continued presence in culinary entertainment.

Everything Chicagoans Need to Know About 'Top Chef: Wisconsin'

Top Chef Season 21 premiered with a Wisconsin-themed episode featuring 2 Chicago chefs.
Top Chef is a long-running cooking competition show that has evolved to focus more on cooking skills.

Padma Lakshmi Is Back to Hosting, But It's Not 'Top Chef'

Padma Lakshmi is developing a new cooking competition series for CBS after her departure from Top Chef, signaling her continued presence in culinary entertainment.

Everything Chicagoans Need to Know About 'Top Chef: Wisconsin'

Top Chef Season 21 premiered with a Wisconsin-themed episode featuring 2 Chicago chefs.
Top Chef is a long-running cooking competition show that has evolved to focus more on cooking skills.
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Oakland's Shakewell restaurant will close after a decade in business

Shakewell, a beloved Mediterranean restaurant in Oakland, will close on August 31 due to financial struggles, despite the team's dedication and efforts.
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Top Chef' fan favorite Shirley Chung has stage 4 tongue cancer

Shirley Chung, a Top Chef alum, publicly disclosed her stage 4 tongue cancer diagnosis and treatment journey, choosing a unique approach for treatment in pursuit of survival and recovery.

First-ever 'Top Chef' winner Harold Dieterle opens a Sicilian restaurant in NYC

Harold Dieterle, winner of Top Chef, opens Il Totano in West Village featuring Southern Italian cuisine and a stylish Sicilian sensibility.

'The Office' Spinoff, 'Sympathizer' Episode 2, and 'Top Chef' Episode 6

The hosts discuss the success of Shogun, latest news, The Sympathizer's impact, and Top Chef's performance.

Top Chef stars, Reem's chef feature at new POC Food & Wine Festival

The Bay Area's first POC Food & Wine Festival is happening in May, showcasing local chefs, former Top Chef contestants, and a variety of food and drinks.
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New Cindy's Rooftop Chef Is One of Two Chicago 'Top Chef' Contestants

Top Chef Season 21 returns on March 20 featuring Wisconsin locales.
Local Chicago chefs Alisha Elenz and Kaleena Bliss are competitors in Season 21.

'Top Chef' Calls Upon Two More Chicago Chefs

Chicago chefs Soo Ahn and Phillip Foss make appearances on Top Chef: Wisconsin, episode 6, showcasing innovative and unique cooking styles.

New Cindy's Rooftop Chef Is One of Two Chicago 'Top Chef' Contestants

Top Chef Season 21 returns on March 20 featuring Wisconsin locales.
Local Chicago chefs Alisha Elenz and Kaleena Bliss are competitors in Season 21.

'Top Chef' Calls Upon Two More Chicago Chefs

Chicago chefs Soo Ahn and Phillip Foss make appearances on Top Chef: Wisconsin, episode 6, showcasing innovative and unique cooking styles.
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Calling all Top Chef' nerds: Here are 6 more ways to feed your inner foodie

Learn how to eat more plants from Top Chef winner Richard Blais' cookbook.
Pre-order Nini Nguyen's Viet-Cajun cookbook for unique Vietnamese-New Orleans fusion recipes.

Our Editor-in-Chief's Food-Themed Spring Preview

Preview of 17 cookbooks with various topics like desserts and Korean cooking.
Excitement for upcoming spring books, movies, and TV shows including a new cookbook and Top Chef Season 21 updates.

Calling all Top Chef' nerds: Here are 6 more ways to feed your inner foodie

Learn how to eat more plants from Top Chef winner Richard Blais' cookbook.
Pre-order Nini Nguyen's Viet-Cajun cookbook for unique Vietnamese-New Orleans fusion recipes.

Our Editor-in-Chief's Food-Themed Spring Preview

Preview of 17 cookbooks with various topics like desserts and Korean cooking.
Excitement for upcoming spring books, movies, and TV shows including a new cookbook and Top Chef Season 21 updates.
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Top Chef's Gail Simmons Has Some Surprising Advice For Parents Of Picky Eaters

Gail Simmons brings honesty, kindness, and humor to Top Chef.
Season 21 of Top Chef features changes including a new host and a new immunity format.

Everything San Franciscans Need to Know Ahead of This Week's 'Top Chef' Premiere

Top Chef: Wisconsin premieres March 20 on Bravo and Peacock.
Three San Francisco chefs are part of the 15 challengers on this season.

Bay Area's Top Chef' contestants: Where are these TV favorites now?

Top Chef has featured several contestants from Northern California, though most were eliminated early.
Former Top Chef contestants have leveraged their appearances to achieve success in the culinary industry.

Boston Chef Valentine Howell Jr. to Compete on 'Top Chef' This Year

Valentine Howell Jr., former executive chef at Krasi, will be competing on Top Chef: Wisconsin.
Kristen Kish, winner of Top Chef in 2012, joins the show as a judge.

'The Bear' Should Return in June on Hulu

Season 3 of The Bear is set to release in June, according to FX.
The show has received numerous awards and started focusing on showcasing Chicago in a positive light in Season 2.

Meet the Three Bay Area Stars Competing on the Upcoming Season of Bravo's 'Top Chef'

Three Bay Area chefs will be competing in the 21st season of Bravo's Top Chef.
The Bay Area chefs include David Murphy, Laura Ozyilmaz, and Rasika Venkatesa.
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