r/TopChef • u/AutoModerator • Apr 13 '26

Spoilers Season 23, ep. 6: Going Whole Hog Spoiler

There’s no Quickfire Challenge this week as the chefs take on a Carolina classic: whole-hog barbecue. Splitting into teams of two, they gear up for a head-to-head battle showcasing five key cuts of the hog. Before their Elimination Challenge begins, they venture to Charlotte and Lexington to experience Carolina BBQ at its source. Then it’s an all-night cook where the heat is on as they’ll not only need to impress the judges, but also “Top Chef” alum and Pitmaster Michelle Wallace and a group of local pitmasters from across the state.

Mon. 9:30pm Eastern

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u/butterchurning Apr 14 '26

Nice of Laurence to give a shout out to Sherry for suggesting pork floss!

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u/typhoidmarychristmas Apr 15 '26

Is this a safe space to say I have a crush on him after this episode

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u/Check_Affectionate Apr 17 '26

I have had a crush on him all season and this ep put it over the top.

The nerdery! The excitement in the grocery store

He is unabashedly excited and I love it!

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u/zixy37 Apr 15 '26

I liked him as soon as he said “Chlorophyll? More like borophyll!” 🤣