The season finale of Top Chef All-Stars is set for Wednesday, March 30, 9:00 pm. Here is a link to the show's website: http://www.bravotv.com/top-chef It is broadcast on Bravo. This was an especially great season for Top Chef fans. This represents the 8th season and for this round they brought the favorites from the previous season. The big thing about most the all stars was that they almost won their season - most coming in second or third. This season they had the opportunity to redeem themselves. Since everyone was pretty good it also meant that the producers of the show could create some very difficult challenges. I thought the challenges this season were the best ever. It is really unbelievable what these chefs were able to do under extreme circumstances. One of my favorite episodes was the Ellis Island one. The quick fire challenge was creating a dish using the concession stand items on the ferry that brings visitors to the island. They had until the boat landed on the island. Then for the elimination challenge they brought family members in to help them explore they ancestors and develop a dish that reflected their heritage. Since I love learning about my ancestors about as much as I love food - this was a great combination for me. I also like the episodes where you learn more about the contestants by meeting their families. Another favorite episode was the one that celebrated gulf seafood. Contestants created dishes using seafood from the Gulf of Mexico to help promote the industry after the oil spill. The judges were Paula Dean and John Besh.
After a season of exiting challenges it comes down to the final two: Richard Blais and Michael Isabella (pictured). I am pulling for Richard because he is the most talented chef of the group. He was very close to winning his season, but choked on the finale. He really needs redemption and I hope he gets it. Let me know if you have a favorite and why. Also after the finale I will post my final comments on the season. You can also view of the episodes all day on Wednesday, March 30 on Bravo. So even if you have not followed the show you can catch up on one day.
Richard won!! Both guys did a great job. It seemed like it would be hard to judge. I think they picked Richard because of his dominance with challenges in both seasons he was on. Now, I need to visit one of his restaurants.
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