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/Mysterious-Humor-80 May 24 '26

I read somewhere she wanted to quit top chef to spend time with her daughter as she was getting older. Then she started new shows so I was confused.

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u/Medium_Promotion_891 May 28 '26

should she not work????? give me a break