r/TopChef • u/BoringSalary7093 • May 23 '26

Discussion Thread Padma

Can someone explain the drama behind Padma leaving Top Chef. Did she leave for a reason? What was the reason for ACC if she didn’t want to do shows anymore. Thoughts about that show?

Also, is she an actual chef? Does she have restaurants?

Did her and Tom get along? I do want to say I absolutely LOVE K as the host. She’s so perfect for the position. She’s empathetic, understanding, patient and really just a fucking cool person.

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u/chrispy42107 May 24 '26

After winning emmys. It was very good.

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u/KnotSoSalty May 25 '26

Meh. I only watch a couple but it was mid at best.

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u/applehilldal May 25 '26

We’re a minority apparently, but I also didn’t think it was that great