Top Chef Duels
 

I had given up on Top Chef , hadn't watched the last few seasons

But i checked out the first episode of Top Chef Duels, really liked it

It helps having competitors like Marcel and Richard who we are all familiar with

Anyway i will continue to watch this season

Re: Top Chef Duels
 

I still haven't found the time to check out the first episode but when this was announced, I loved the concept and looking at the lineup for the chefs facing off, I'm in for the season without a doubt.

Re: Top Chef Duels
 

I felt Mike should have gotten the nod over Antonia

I think the judges knew if Antonia lost to Mike again it would crush her

Re: Top Chef Duels
 

I suspect Antonia deserved it, I got the feeling that her food tasted better and had better presentation but Mike embraced the challenge.

I am really enjoying the show so far. Was surprised to see that Richard Blais upscale restaurant is in San Diego will have to check that out.

Re: Top Chef Duels
 

Yeah it seems many Top Chef alumni are killing it opening restaurants. Shows that marketing is a huge part of the puzzle

Re: Top Chef Duels
 

I am sure everyone that watches these shows wishes they could taste a lot of the foods and have their favorites so their restaurants have a built in audience from the beginning.