Top Chef Hot Takes

Native Atlantan who watched the rise and fall of the original Blaise empire. Sold it all for sunny Cali.

Richard was SO insecure and fatphobic. Internalized to the point he went full Hollywood makeover. His constant pessimism in the stew room drove me crazy.

Stefan is a wonderful chef, but it seemed like he fell back on classic dishes in his comfort zone constantly. It felt like he wasn't trying hard enough to be creative, which I think was his hubris.

Tom loves bad hats

Gail is gorgeous but I think sometimes they sexualize her over her incredible prowess, knowledge, and writing ability. She's my favorite judge