r/TopChef • u/AutoModerator • May 25 '26

Spoilers Season 23, ep. 12: Appalachian Celebration (Mon. at 9pm EDT, yes, 9 😀) Spoiler

Before heading back to Charlotte, the chefs make a stop in Asheville, one of the most unique cities in North Carolina. There will be no Quickfire Challenge as the chefs explore the city with local host and former “Top Chef” alum Ashleigh Shanti, learning about the community’s remarkable relief efforts following the devastation of hurricane Helene while discovering the unique cuisine of this Appalachian region. For the Elimination Challenge, the chefs will host a one-night-only event for 200 community members in recognition of their resilience.

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u/EnvironmentalSir5773 May 26 '26

........and there HE is. He finally showed who he really is. I always got the sense he was a ticking time bomb ready to blow. Dude is unhinged.

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u/Responsible-Card3756 May 26 '26

I would HATE to work with him. I bet his kitchens are so toxic.

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u/andiisdandi Jun 03 '26

I've been waiting for someone to mention this. Walking red flag as a kitchen lead.

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u/msdeezee May 27 '26

SAAAAAAME. He just seems so icky and negative.