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'Top Chef' Shocker: Padma Lakshmi Leaving After Season 20 - www.etonline.com
etonline.com
02.06.2023

'Top Chef' Shocker: Padma Lakshmi Leaving After Season 20

shocker: Longtime host Padma Lakshmi is leaving after the 20th season.Lakshmi announced her departure on Friday with a heartfelt message on social media, acknowledging that the decision to leave the Bravo cooking competition franchise was a «difficult» one.«After much soul searching, I have made the difficult decision to leave,» the 52-year-old wrote. «Having completed a glorious 20th season as host and executive producer, I am extremely proud to have been part of building such a successful show and of the impact it has had in the worlds of television and food.»«After 17 years, many of the cast and crew are like family to me and I will miss working alongside them dearly.

The Surprising Story of How Padma Lakshmi Landed 'Top Chef' 17 Years Ago - www.etonline.com - San Francisco
etonline.com
02.06.2023

The Surprising Story of How Padma Lakshmi Landed 'Top Chef' 17 Years Ago

Padma Lakshmi announced Friday she was leaving after 17 years following the current season, surprising fans of the beloved Bravo cooking competition series.The 52-year-old food expert and author, whose name has become synonymous with the Emmy-winning program, shared in an emotional message on social media that she came to the «difficult decision» to exit after «much soul searching.» Lakshmi's surprise announcement comes just one week before the finale of season 20,, is set to air. «Having completed a glorious 20th season as host and executive producer,» she wrote, «I am extremely proud to have been part of building such a successful show and of the impact it has had in the worlds of television and food.»But what some fans may not know is Lakshmi, who hosts Hulu's food travel series , wasn't with the cooking competition show when it debuted in March 2006. The TV personality replaced cookbook author and food critic Katie Lee, who lasted only one season as host, in the sophomore cycle — and the rest is history. According to 's oral history of , which was published in May, Lakshmi had actually met with executives at NBCUniversal before the cooking competition show even premiered, pitching a dinner party series.

How Padma Lakshmi Landed 'Top Chef' 17 Years Ago - www.etonline.com - San Francisco
etonline.com
02.06.2023

How Padma Lakshmi Landed 'Top Chef' 17 Years Ago

Padma Lakshmi announced Friday she was leaving after 17 years following the current season, surprising fans of the beloved Bravo cooking competition series.The 52-year-old food expert and author, whose name has become synonymous with the Emmy-winning program, shared in an emotional message on social media that she came to the «difficult decision» to exit after «much soul searching.» Lakshmi's surprise announcement comes just one week before the finale of season 20,, is set to air. «Having completed a glorious 20th season as host and executive producer,» she wrote, «I am extremely proud to have been part of building such a successful show and of the impact it has had in the worlds of television and food.»But what some fans may not know is Lakshmi, who hosts Hulu's food travel series , wasn't with the cooking competition show when it debuted in March 2006. The TV personality replaced cookbook author and food critic Katie Lee, who lasted only one season as host, in the sophomore cycle — and the rest is history. According to 's oral history of , which was published in May, Lakshmi had actually met with executives at NBCUniversal before the cooking competition show even premiered, pitching a dinner party series.

Padma Lakshmi Says She Eats 8,000 to 9,000 Calories a Day on 'Top Chef' - www.etonline.com
etonline.com
02.05.2023

Padma Lakshmi Says She Eats 8,000 to 9,000 Calories a Day on 'Top Chef'

Padma Lakshmi had quite the challenge when she got the call to appear in 's recent swimsuit issue. The 52-year-old TV personality and former model was coming off of filming the most recent season of, and admitted that she was «freaking out» when she received the call to appear in the iconic magazine's special issue.«I would have killed for it when I was in my 20s and a model because it is the holy grail and they never even called me for anything like this.

Where to Watch 'Top Chef' Alum, From 'Tournament of Champions' to 'Next Level Chef' - www.etonline.com - county Brooke - Beyond
etonline.com
06.04.2023

Where to Watch 'Top Chef' Alum, From 'Tournament of Champions' to 'Next Level Chef'

first debuted in 2006, the Bravo competition series has not only become a reality TV mainstay, but it has also become one of the most prestigious culinary showcases for rising chefs from all over America. Now in its 20th season, which sees both U.S.

Howie Kleinberg, 'Top Chef' Alum, Dead at 46 - www.etonline.com - Miami - Florida
etonline.com
27.07.2022

Howie Kleinberg, 'Top Chef' Alum, Dead at 46

Bravo's , has died. He was 46. The chef's mother, Susan, confirmed to the that he died of a heart attack on July 22.

Kristen Kish on Reviving 'Iron Chef' and Why She Prefers Hosting Over Competing (Exclusive) - www.etonline.com - Japan - county Brown
etonline.com
15.06.2022

Kristen Kish on Reviving 'Iron Chef' and Why She Prefers Hosting Over Competing (Exclusive)

in 2012, Kristen Kish has become a fixture in the culinary world as well as on TV thanks to her longtime success in the kitchen and, more recently, as one of three chefs featured on TruTV's cooking competition show, . Now, Kish is teaming up with Alton Brown to co-host Netflix’s revival of, the famed Japanese cooking competition series. Although “the original is iconic in its own way,” Kish tells ET that when “you put it on Netflix, it just becomes bigger.

‘Top Chef’ star loses taste and smell after contracting COVID - nypost.com - Britain - Los Angeles - USA
nypost.com
22.04.2022

‘Top Chef’ star loses taste and smell after contracting COVID

the Los Angeles Times in an interview on Friday. The panicked cook tried a “wild list of things” in order to regain his sense of taste before filming the series.

Padma Lakshmi on 'Top Chef' Season 19 and How Her Daughter Has Grown Up on Set (Exclusive) - www.etonline.com - Texas - Nigeria - city Portland - county Brooke
etonline.com
03.03.2022

Padma Lakshmi on 'Top Chef' Season 19 and How Her Daughter Has Grown Up on Set (Exclusive)

, which returns for season 19 on Bravo, Padma Lakshimi has seen – and tasted – it all. “There have been a couple of doozies,” she tells ET’s Rachel Smith, explaining that “any chef, as great as he or she may be, can have an off day because you want to push the envelope.” And for every failed dish, there have been that many more savory successes that have led to 18 previous winners. And with the reality cooking competition set in Houston, Texas, this season, there’s bound to be many highs and lows as 15 new cheftestants are immersed in the diversity that represents the city’s culinary identity.

‘Top Chef Family Style’ Judge Marcus Samuelsson Gushes Over Cooking For Michelle Obama - hollywoodlife.com
hollywoodlife.com
04.11.2021

‘Top Chef Family Style’ Judge Marcus Samuelsson Gushes Over Cooking For Michelle Obama

Top Chef Family Style’s lead judge Marcus Samuelsson, 49, has cooked for a ton of famous people, but Michelle Obama, 57, was extra special. “Working with the First Lady was one of my highest honors and privileges,” Marcus told HollywoodLife EXCLUSIVELY on the set of Peacock’s new series. “She’s amazing.”

Padma Lakshmi on 'Taste the Nation: Holiday Edition' and Filming 'Top Chef' in Houston (Exclusive) - www.etonline.com - Houston
etonline.com
01.11.2021

Padma Lakshmi on 'Taste the Nation: Holiday Edition' and Filming 'Top Chef' in Houston (Exclusive)

Padma Lakshmi’s docuseries,, debuted on Hulu in June of last year, it was renewed for a second season.

Padma Lakshmi tackles hot rumors about ‘Top Chef’ winner Gabe Erales - nypost.com - Texas - Mexico - Seattle - Houston - state Oregon
nypost.com
03.07.2021

Padma Lakshmi tackles hot rumors about ‘Top Chef’ winner Gabe Erales

repeated violations” of restaurant policies — claimed the $250,000 grand prize.Bravo’s Portland, Oregon-based finale of the show’s 18th season featured Erales, 40, being crowned the winner, with fellow Texas chef Dawn Burrell from Houston and Shota Nakajima from Seattle as runners-up.It was announced that Erales was competing on “Top Chef” in February 2021.

‘Top Chef’ Winner Stephanie Izard Jokes She Still Has ‘PTSD’ From Show’s Famous Quickfire Challenges - hollywoodlife.com
hollywoodlife.com
24.05.2021

‘Top Chef’ Winner Stephanie Izard Jokes She Still Has ‘PTSD’ From Show’s Famous Quickfire Challenges

Bravo’s Top Chef is known for testing chefs in a fast paced environment with its Quickfire Challenges. Fan favorite and champion Stephanie Izard, 45, still has PTSD from her days in the kitchen on the show! “I do!” Stephanie told HollywoodLife EXCLUSIVELY during an episode of TVTalk on Instagram Live on May 21 to celebrate the 100th anniversary of Cheez-Its. “It’s funny.”

Kwame Onwuachi on 'Top Chef' and Making His Film Debut Alongside LaKeith Stanfield (Exclusive) - www.etonline.com - state Oregon
etonline.com
13.05.2021

Kwame Onwuachi on 'Top Chef' and Making His Film Debut Alongside LaKeith Stanfield (Exclusive)

, Kwame Onwuachi has become a force in the culinary world, cooking for the likes of Beyonce and JAY-Z, being recognized by magazine and the James Beard Foundation, and publishing his memoir,.

Padma, Tom and Gail Reflect on 15 Years of 'Top Chef' (Exclusive) - www.etonline.com - city Portland
etonline.com
01.04.2021

Padma, Tom and Gail Reflect on 15 Years of 'Top Chef' (Exclusive)

has become a long-running and always watchable series that has produced 17 seasons as well as several spinoffs.

‘Top Chef’ Marcel Vigneron Lauren Rae Levy Throw Intimate Virtual Shower Ahead Of Rainbow Baby’s Arrival - hollywoodlife.com
hollywoodlife.com
17.11.2020

‘Top Chef’ Marcel Vigneron Lauren Rae Levy Throw Intimate Virtual Shower Ahead Of Rainbow Baby’s Arrival

Entrepreneur Lauren Rae Levy had given up hope having a baby shower due to the ongoing pandemic. However, with the help of her husband, Top Chef star Marcel Vigneron, and her close friends, Lauren and Marcel pulled together a stunning, virtual celebration filled with laughs, games and so much love for “Baby LV.” “I don’t even know how many times I cried happy tears on this day.

Aaron Grissom: 5 Things To Know About The ‘Top Chef’ Contestant Dead At 34 - hollywoodlife.com - state Washington - Boston
hollywoodlife.com
12.09.2020

Aaron Grissom: 5 Things To Know About The ‘Top Chef’ Contestant Dead At 34

Add another sad death to those we’ve lost in 2020. Top Chef fans will remember Aaron Grissom as a contestant from 2014’s Boston season 12 of the Bravo cooking competition.

Padma Lakshmi Says She Ate Upwards of 7,000 Calories a Day While Hosting 'Top Chef' - www.etonline.com
etonline.com
15.07.2020

Padma Lakshmi Says She Ate Upwards of 7,000 Calories a Day While Hosting 'Top Chef'

, the 49-year-old chef and TV personality, who serves as the host and executive producer on the cooking competition series, reveals that she samples and judges more than 30 dishes per episode, eating around 7,000 to 8,000 calories a day. “Those chefs are cooking to win, so they’re putting in as much lard and butter and salt as they can," she says of the contestants on. Lakshmi balances the excessive calories from the show with a regular exercise routine, telling the magazine that she works out

Celebrating Pride With ‘Top Chef’ Alum Karen Akunowicz – Why Singer Mary Lambert Is Her LGBTQ Icon - hollywoodlife.com
hollywoodlife.com
30.06.2020

Celebrating Pride With ‘Top Chef’ Alum Karen Akunowicz – Why Singer Mary Lambert Is Her LGBTQ Icon

James Beard award-winning Karen Akunowicz is one of the many fan favorites who hail from the land of Top Chef. The fiercely amazing culinarian won our hearts when she first competed on the show’s 13th season before she unpacked her knives once more for its second All-Stars version in 2020.

'Top Chef' Winner Melissa King on Finding Her Confidence Between Seasons 12 and 17 (Exclusive) - www.etonline.com
etonline.com
19.06.2020

'Top Chef' Winner Melissa King on Finding Her Confidence Between Seasons 12 and 17 (Exclusive)

, drew to a close in classic fashion, with the final three contestants laying it all on the line as they tried to impress the judges, including host Padma Lakshmi and Tom Colicchio and Gail Simmons, by cooking the best meal of their lives.

Padma Lakshmi on the Future of 'Top Chef' and Exploring Immigrant Food Cultures (Exclusive) - www.etonline.com
etonline.com
19.06.2020

Padma Lakshmi on the Future of 'Top Chef' and Exploring Immigrant Food Cultures (Exclusive)

Padma Lakshmi is no stranger to speaking her mind. As the Emmy-nominated host of, Bravo’s reality food competition, which is now in its 17th season, she’s guided viewers through quick fires and elimination challenges all the while letting everyone know just what she thinks of the contestants’ various dishes.

'Top Chef' Sneak Peek: Ali Wong and Randall Park Challenge the Chefs With a Culinary Rivalry From Their Past - www.etonline.com - USA
etonline.com
02.04.2020

'Top Chef' Sneak Peek: Ali Wong and Randall Park Challenge the Chefs With a Culinary Rivalry From Their Past

Ali Wong and Randall Park played a cute couple in their Netflix rom-com, but their friendship goes way back — to a college cooking challenge!

Floyd Cardoz, 'Top Chef Masters' Star, Dead at 59 From Coronavirus - www.etonline.com - Centre - New Jersey
etonline.com
25.03.2020

Floyd Cardoz, 'Top Chef Masters' Star, Dead at 59 From Coronavirus

Floyd Cardoz, the season three winner of , died on Wednesday at the Mountainside Medical Centre in New Jersey due to complications from coronavirus. He was 59.

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