Top Chef
A reality competition in which aspiring chefs compete for culinary stardom. Each episode features two challenges - a short test of basic cooking skills and an elimination challenge, in which one failing contestant is sent packing. Returning as host is Padma Lakshmi alongside head judge Tom Colicchio, renowned culinary figure and chef/owner, Craft Restaurants and Gail Simmons, of Food & Wine Magazine. The winning chef will receive $100,000 in seed money to help open a restaurant, furnished by the makers of the Glad family of products, a feature in Food & Wine magazine, a showcase at the Annual Food & Wine Classic in Aspen, a gourmet dream vacation in the French Alps and will earn the title of " Top Chef ."
Genre: Game Show, Reality
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Episode 15
Watch What Happens Reunion
aired: Wed, Jun 18, 2008
The chefs all come back for the Watch What Happens reunion.
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Episode 14
Miami Finale Live!
aired: Wed, Jun 11, 2008
Stephanie shares who she is most excited to tell and what this experience means to her.
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Stephanie takes it home! Catch a clearly thrilled chef explain this life-changing moment.
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If this dish made Stephanie Top Chef, you know it must be good.
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There has never been a female Top Chef and Stephanie hopes to be the first one.
Episode 13
Puerto Rico
aired: Wed, Jun 4, 2008
Tom shares his insights on the final four chefs.
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The final four fight for the competitive lives as three will make it to the final challenge.
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Catch the sous chefs have their words taken into consideration by the judges.
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The chefs go to fabulous Puerto Rico to duke it out for the right to compete in the final challenge.
Episode 12
High Steaks
aired: Wed, May 28, 2008
Once again, Stephanie's dish came out on top!
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One more chef needs to go home and the rest are in the finals!
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Find out if Spike will miss Top Chef and what he's learned, or didn't learn, from the competition.
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Spike doesn't hold back his feelings about the infamous scallops.
Episode 11
Restaurant Wars
aired: Wed, May 21, 2008
Opening a restaurant in 5 hours is a minor miracle and of course, the judges have plenty to pick on.
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Both teams came up with strong menus but the winning dish was Stephanie's.
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With only six chefs remaining, this perennial-favorite challenge pushed the chefs to their limits.
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Dale defends himself on the chopping block and in the stew room.
Episode 10
Serve and Protect
aired: Wed, May 14, 2008
Find out the only reason why Andrew didn't headbutt Lisa!
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Did you know that Spike and Andrew had a band? Learn all about them!
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On with the show! Join Spike and Andrew as they watch Top Chef.
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Find out what Andrew has planned for the future and what he'll be doing next.
Episode 9
Wedding Wars
aired: Wed, May 7, 2008
It's a beautiful day for a wedding but in the kitchen, it's war!
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Richard took this challenge with this fabulous dish served with bleu cheese grits.
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The judging is getting downright testy. Will people start pointing fingers?
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Nikki shares who she feels should have gone home.
Episode 8
Common Threads
aired: Wed, Apr 30, 2008
Antonia ran away with this challenge with this winning dish.
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The chefs face a stark reality when they realize that any one of them can be sent home.
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Check out what Mark has to say to the remaining chefs.
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Mark laments the "breaking of the band."
Episode 7
Improv
aired: Wed, Apr 23, 2008
Elimination is an inevitable part of the competition. See how the chefs deal with it.
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Find out who Jen will miss the most and what she'll miss about them.
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Jen shares her frustration on being eliminated.
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Another talented chef goes home and the other contestants' nerves are shaken.
Episode 6
Tailgating
aired: Wed, Apr 16, 2008
The chefs process the previous night's very tense and emotional elimination.
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The chefs head to Soldier Field to provide good eats for hungry Bear fans!
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Dale took it home with this fantastic dish with a chili yogurt sauce and a mango potato salad.
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Pairing beer with food is similar to pairing wine with foods. Let Padma explain.
Episode 5
The Elements
aired: Wed, Apr 9, 2008
Padma discusses how she judges who goes home.
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This "elemental" challenge has all of the chefs hot as things boil over during judging.
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Padma was really excited by this Quickfire Challenge as the chefs' palettes were put on display.
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Catch Zoi's parting words as she leaves the Top Chef kitchen.
Episode 4
Film Food
aired: Wed, Apr 2, 2008
Padma shares how dramatic of a difference Daniel Boulud's personality in and out of his kitchen.
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The judges reward adventurousness and not insecurity which was Manuel's downfall.
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Though he was eliminated, Manuel doesn't regret going Vietnamese.
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Manuel is disappointed but had a feeling his number would be called. Let him explain.
Episode 3
Block Party
aired: Wed, Mar 26, 2008
Stephanie wins again! Learn how to make her mixed fruit with oatmeal and pinenut crumble.
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Padma explains the subtle differences between the "street" taco and the "cuisine" taco.
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Find out why the "Block Party" challenge really excited Padma.
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The chefs are out on a field trip for their next challenge!
Episode 2
Zoo Food
aired: Wed, Mar 19, 2008
Oh the zoo-manity! Relive this challenge that was a zoo...literally!
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The chefs' personalities start to come out as they are put under a lot of stress.
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As Stephanie savors her victory, two chefs must find a way to survive as a couple.
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Good chefs can create amazing things with few ingredients. Let Padma explain.
Episode 1
Chicago: Anything You Can Cook I Can Cook Better
aired: Wed, Mar 12, 2008
Top Chef is back in the windy city and tastier than ever!
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Get an inside glimpse as to what kind of emotions the chefs go through while the judges deliberate.
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Padma shares her very first impressions with this season's batch of chefs.
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Stephanie took down Mark in this classic dish. Lee Anne shows you how to recreate it.
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Top Chef : Zoi's Top Tip (Season 4 Tips)
aired: Sun, Apr 26, 2009
Never over-think cooking is Zoi's piece of advice.
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Top Chef : Zoi's Life Story (Season 4 Bios)
aired: Sun, Apr 26, 2009
Learn more about Zoi in about a minute.
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Top Chef : Wine Glass Basics (Season 4 Tips)
aired: Sun, Apr 26, 2009
All you need to have is a versatile wine glass. Ted sorts it all out.
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Top Chef : Valerie's Life Story (Season 4 Bios)
aired: Sun, Apr 26, 2009
Find out more about Valerie in approximately a minute.
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Top Chef : Turn Ons (Season 4 Countdown to Finale)
aired: Sun, Apr 26, 2009
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Top Chef : Turn Offs (Season 4 Countdown to Finale)
aired: Sun, Apr 26, 2009
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Top Chef : The Perfect Fried Egg (Season 4 Tips)
aired: Fri, Apr 24, 2009
Don't underestimate the difficulties of frying an egg. Learn from Gail on how to do it correctly.
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Top Chef : Teamed Up...Again (Season 4 Bonus Clips)
aired: Fri, Apr 24, 2009
Some have noticed that a lot of the teams have stayed the same. Was it done on purpose?
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Top Chef : Tackling Avocados and Mangos (Season 4 Tips)
aired: Fri, Apr 24, 2009
Ted and Gail show you how to effectively and easily chop avocados and mangos!
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Top Chef : Stephanie's Life Story (Season 4 Bios)
aired: Fri, Apr 24, 2009
Find out more about Stephanie really, really quickly.
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Top Chef : Spike's Top Tip (Season 4 Tips)
aired: Fri, Apr 24, 2009
Spike advises chefs to understand what they're getting into before perusing a career as a chef.
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Top Chef : Spike's Life Story (Season 4 Bios)
aired: Fri, Apr 24, 2009
Find out more about Spike in roughly a minute.
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Top Chef : Something To Cry Over (Season 4 Tips)
aired: Fri, Apr 24, 2009
Onions and shallots are a bit tricky to cut. Learn the best way to these tear-inducing bulbs.
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Top Chef : Ryan's Top Tip (Season 4 Tips)
aired: Fri, Apr 24, 2009
Ryan advises new chefs to seek out a mentor
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Top Chef : Ryan's Life Story (Season 4 Bios)
aired: Fri, Apr 24, 2009
Find out more about Ryan really, really quickly.
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Top Chef : Richard's Life Story (Season 4 Bios)
aired: Fri, Apr 24, 2009
Find out more about Richard really, really quickly.
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Top Chef : Relationships Of All Kinds (Season 4 Previews)
aired: Fri, Apr 24, 2009
From Jen and Zoi's relationship to "bromances," this reunion has it all.
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Top Chef : Pig Is Delicious! (Season 4 Tips)
aired: Fri, Apr 24, 2009
A bone-in pork shoulder is one of Ted's favorite cuts and he shows you how to cook it just right.
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Top Chef : Peeling Tomato Skins (Season 4 Tips)
aired: Fri, Apr 24, 2009
Gail and Ted show you an excellent way to peel a tomato for sauces or even gazpacho!
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Top Chef : Oprah's Sandwich Showdown (Season 4 Bonus Clips)
aired: Fri, Apr 24, 2009
Padma will be judging the first ever "Sandwich Showdown!" Check it out.
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Top Chef : Nimma's Top Tip (Season 4 Tips)
aired: Fri, Apr 24, 2009
Nimma warns potential chefs who aren't 100% sure about their choice to become a chef
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Top Chef : Nimma's Life Story (Season 4 Bios)
aired: Fri, Apr 24, 2009
Find out more about Nimma in approximately a minute.
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Top Chef : Nikki's Top Tip (Season 4 Tips)
aired: Fri, Apr 24, 2009
Nikki's advice is to use sharp knives
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Top Chef : Nikki's Life Story (Season 4 Bios)
aired: Fri, Apr 24, 2009
Find out more about Nikki really, really quickly.
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Top Chef : Mark's Top Tip (Season 4 Tips)
aired: Fri, Apr 24, 2009
Mark says to trust your own palette.
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Top Chef : Mark's Life Story (Season 4 Bios)
aired: Fri, Apr 24, 2009
Find out more about Mark really, really quickly.
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Top Chef : Manuel's Top Tip (Season 4 Tips)
aired: Fri, Apr 24, 2009
Novice cooks most frequent mistake is forgetting to taste their food, according to Manuel
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Top Chef : Manuel's Life Story (Season 4 Bios)
aired: Fri, Apr 24, 2009
Find out more about Manuel really, really quickly.
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Top Chef : Lisa's Top Tip (Season 4 Tips)
aired: Fri, Apr 24, 2009
Always tasting your food is Lisa's top tip
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Top Chef : Lisa's Life Story (Season 4 Bios)
aired: Fri, Apr 24, 2009
Getting to know Lisa will take a few moments longer.
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Top Chef : Least Favorite Word (Season 4 Countdown to Finale)
aired: Fri, Apr 24, 2009
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Top Chef : Least Favorite Sound (Season 4 Countdown to Finale)
aired: Fri, Apr 24, 2009
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Top Chef : Knife Skills (Season 4 Tips)
aired: Fri, Apr 24, 2009
Proper knife skills is a basic necessity. Let Gail show you how to properly wield one.
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Top Chef : Jennifer's Top Tip (Season 4 Tips)
aired: Fri, Apr 24, 2009
Jennifer explains why its important to make sacrifices to get ahead as a chef
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Top Chef : Jen's Life Story (Season 4 Bios)
aired: Fri, Apr 24, 2009
Find out more about Jen really, really quickly.
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Top Chef : Jen And Zoi (Season 4 Bonus Clips)
aired: Fri, Apr 24, 2009
Take a look at Top Chef's first couple.
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Top Chef : I Would Never Do That (Season 4 Countdown to Finale)
aired: Fri, Apr 24, 2009
What profession would you not want to participate in?
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Top Chef : Homemade Vinaigrette (Season 4 Tips)
aired: Fri, Apr 24, 2009
Don't like store-bought salad dressing? Ted and Gail show you a great way to make one at home.
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Top Chef : Great Spicy Coleslaw (Season 4 Tips)
aired: Fri, Apr 24, 2009
This is a fabulous side dish to any barbecue or entertaining at home.
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Top Chef : Get To Know Zoi (Season 4 Cast Interviews)
aired: Fri, Apr 24, 2009
Learn more about Zoi as she cuts, boils, and juliennes her way to becoming Top Chef.
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Top Chef : Get To Know Valerie (Season 4 Cast Interviews)
aired: Fri, Apr 24, 2009
Learn more about Valerie as she cuts, boils, and juliennes her way to becoming Top Chef.
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Top Chef : Get To Know Stephanie (Season 4 Cast Interviews)
aired: Fri, Apr 24, 2009
Learn more about Stephanie as she cuts, boils, and juliennes her way to becoming Top Chef.
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Top Chef : Get To Know Spike (Season 4 Cast Interviews)
aired: Fri, Apr 24, 2009
Learn more about Spike as he cuts, boils, and juliennes his way to becoming Top Chef.
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Top Chef : Get To Know Ryan (Season 4 Cast Interviews)
aired: Fri, Apr 24, 2009
Learn more about Ryan as he cuts, boils, and juliennes his way to becoming Top Chef.
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Top Chef : Get To Know Richard (Season 4 Cast Interviews)
aired: Fri, Apr 24, 2009
Learn more about Richard as he cuts, boils, and juliennes his way to becoming Top Chef.
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Top Chef : Get To Know Nimma (Season 4 Cast Interviews)
aired: Fri, Apr 24, 2009
Learn more about Nimma as she cuts, boils, and juliennes her way to becoming Top Chef.
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Top Chef : Get To Know Nikki (Season 4 Cast Interviews)
aired: Fri, Apr 24, 2009
Learn more about Nikki as she cuts, boils, and juliennes her way to becoming Top Chef.
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Top Chef : Get To Know Mark (Season 4 Cast Interviews)
aired: Fri, Apr 24, 2009
Learn more about Mark as he cuts, boils, and juliennes his way to becoming Top Chef.
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Top Chef : Get To Know Manuel (Season 4 Cast Interviews)
aired: Fri, Apr 24, 2009
Learn more about Manuel as he cuts, boils, and juliennes his way to becoming Top Chef.
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Top Chef : Get To Know Lisa (Season 4 Cast Interviews)
aired: Fri, Apr 24, 2009
Learn more about Lisa as she cuts, boils, and juliennes her way to becoming Top Chef.
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Top Chef : Get To Know Jen (Season 4 Cast Interviews)
aired: Fri, Apr 24, 2009
Learn more about Jen as she cuts, boils, and juliennes her way to becoming Top Chef.
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Top Chef : Get To Know Erik (Season 4 Cast Interviews)
aired: Fri, Apr 24, 2009
Learn more about Erik as he cuts, boils, and juliennes his way to becoming Top Chef.
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Top Chef : Get To Know Dale (Season 4 Cast Interviews)
aired: Fri, Apr 24, 2009
Learn more about Dale as he cuts, boils, and juliennes his way to becoming Top Chef.
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Top Chef : Get To Know Antonia (Season 4 Cast Interviews)
aired: Fri, Apr 24, 2009
Learn more about Antonia as she cuts, boils, and juliennes her way to becoming Top Chef.
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Top Chef : Get To Know Andrew (Season 4 Cast Interviews)
aired: Fri, Apr 24, 2009
Learn more about Andrew as he cuts, boils, and juliennes his way to becoming Top Chef.
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Top Chef : Get Started With Ted And Gail (Season 4 Tips)
aired: Fri, Apr 24, 2009
Join Ted and Gail as they share some useful tips you can use at home.
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Top Chef : Five Finger Egg Seperator (Season 4 Tips)
aired: Fri, Apr 24, 2009
Everyone loves gadgets but you don't need an egg seperator. Let Ted demonstrate.
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Top Chef : Favorite Word (Season 4 Countdown to Finale)
aired: Fri, Apr 24, 2009
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Top Chef : Favorite Sound (Season 4 Countdown to Finale)
aired: Fri, Apr 24, 2009
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Top Chef : Erik's Life Story (Season 4 Bios)
aired: Fri, Apr 24, 2009
Find out more about Erik really, really quickly.
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Top Chef : Delicious Ribs (Season 4 Tips)
aired: Fri, Apr 24, 2009
Ted shows you that you don't need to be intimidated by ribs like many people are.
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Top Chef : Dale's Top Tip (Season 4 Tips)
aired: Fri, Apr 24, 2009
Dale explains why the best cooking tip is to season food aggresively
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Top Chef : Dale's Life Story (Season 4 Bios)
aired: Fri, Apr 24, 2009
Find out more about Dale really, really quickly.
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Top Chef : Brining Meat (Season 4 Tips)
aired: Fri, Apr 24, 2009
Make foods that can dry out so much jucier by brining the meat.
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Top Chef : Arriving At The Pearly Gates (Season 4 Countdown to Finale)
aired: Fri, Apr 24, 2009
If heaven exists, what would you like to hear God say when you arrive at the pearly gates?
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Top Chef : Antonia's Top Tip (Season 4 Tips)
aired: Fri, Apr 24, 2009
Antonia dishes out important advice to future chefs
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Top Chef : Antonia's Life Story (Season 4 Bios)
aired: Fri, Apr 24, 2009
Find out more about Antonia really, really quickly.
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Top Chef : Another Profession (Season 4 Countdown to Finale)
aired: Fri, Apr 24, 2009
What profession other than yours would you like to attempt?
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Top Chef : Andy And Tom In Puerto Rico (Season 4 Bonus Clips)
aired: Fri, Apr 24, 2009
Andy and Tom discuss everything that has gone down this season while in Puerto Rico!
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Top Chef : Andrew's Top Tip (Season 4 Tips)
aired: Fri, Apr 24, 2009
Andrew explains why becoming a chef is a life-choice
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Top Chef : Andrew's Life Story (Season 4 Bios)
aired: Fri, Apr 24, 2009
Find out more about Andrew really, really quickly.
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Top Chef : All-Year Sangria (Season 4 Tips)
aired: Fri, Apr 24, 2009
Sangria may be thought of as a summer drink but it can be great all year.
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Top Chef : All About Andrew (Season 4 Bonus Clips)
aired: Fri, Apr 24, 2009
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Top Chef : A Very Dramatic Fish Dish (Season 4 Tips)
aired: Fri, Apr 24, 2009
This fish dish is aromatic, dramatic, fun and very easy.
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