departing the Bravo cooking competition after 17 years and 19 seasons.“I wish her all the best,” Lo told TheWrap one day after being crowned “Top Chef: World All Stars” champion.“I look at some of my cooks or some of my mentors who saw me leave,” Lo continued. “You know, [Michelin-star chef] Clare Smyth was extremely upset when I handed my resignation because I wanted to move to a different kitchen and learn more.