Do You Know About Top Chef?

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1.

Who was the over 50 "Top Chef " contestant from season 10 in Seattle?
- A.
  
  Bart Vandaele
- B.
  
  Betty Fraser
- C.
  
  Dave Martin
- D.
  
  John Tesar
Correct Answer
D. John Tesar

Explanation
John Tesar was the over 50 "Top Chef" contestant from season 10 in Seattle.

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2.

Who of these contestants was a winner on "Top Chef"?
- A.
  
  Tiffani Faison
- B.
  
  Kevin Sbraga
- C.
  
  Jennifer Carroll
- D.
  
  Fabio Viviani
Correct Answer
B. Kevin Sbraga

Explanation
Kevin Sbraga is the correct answer because he was a winner on the show "Top Chef".

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3.

Who of these contestants was a winner on "Top Chef"?
- A.
  
  Paul Qui
- B.
  
  Edward Lee
- C.
  
  Richard Blais
- D.
  
  Jennifer Carroll
Correct Answer
A. Paul Qui

Explanation
Paul Qui is the correct answer because he was a winner on "Top Chef".

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4.

Who was guest judge in Season 3 of "Top Chef" Canada?
- A.
  
  John Somerville
- B.
  
  Michael Voltaggio
- C.
  
  Ed Cotton
- D.
  
  Arnold Myint
Correct Answer
B. Michael Voltaggio

Explanation
Michael Voltaggio was the guest judge in Season 3 of "Top Chef" Canada.

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5.

Where was "Top Chef" judge Hugh Acheson born?
- A.
  
  Germany
- B.
  
  Canada
- C.
  
  Scotland
- D.
  
  New York City
Correct Answer
B. Canada

Explanation
Hugh Acheson was born in Canada.

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6.

Whose memoir is "Talking With My Mouth Full: My Life as a Professional Eater"?
- A.
  
  Tom Colicchio
- B.
  
  Anthony Bourdain
- C.
  
  Padma Lakshmi
- D.
  
  Gail Simmons
Correct Answer
D. Gail Simmons

Explanation
The correct answer is Gail Simmons. "Talking With My Mouth Full: My Life as a Professional Eater" is a memoir written by Gail Simmons, a Canadian food writer and television personality. She is known for her role as a judge on the reality cooking competition show "Top Chef."

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7.

Whose book shows a chef's creative process and is titled, "Think Like a Chef"?
- A.
  
  Tom Colicchio
- B.
  
  Hung Huynh
- C.
  
  Gail Simmons
- D.
  
  Hugh Acheson
Correct Answer
A. Tom Colicchio

Explanation
Tom Colicchio's book, "Think Like a Chef," showcases a chef's creative process. The title suggests that the book delves into the mindset and thought process of a chef, offering insights into how they approach cooking and develop innovative dishes. By exploring Colicchio's perspective and techniques, readers can gain a deeper understanding of the culinary world and learn to think like a chef themselves.

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8.

What TV comedy did Padma Lakshmi appear in as herself in 2009?
- A.
  
  How I Met Your Mother
- B.
  
  30 Rock
- C.
  
  New Girl
- D.
  
  The Big Bang Theory
Correct Answer
B. 30 Rock

Explanation
Padma Lakshmi appeared as herself in the TV comedy "30 Rock" in 2009.

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9.

Who was a judge on season 7 of "Top Chef" in Washington, D.C.?
- A.
  
  Eric Ripert
- B.
  
  Adam Richman
- C.
  
  Emeril Lagasse
- D.
  
  Wolfgang Puck
Correct Answer
A. Eric Ripert

Explanation
Eric Ripert was a judge on season 7 of "Top Chef" in Washington, D.C.

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10.

Who was named fan favorite in the Reunion shows of "Top Chef: D.C.", season 7?
- A.
  
  Tiffany
- B.
  
  Ed
- C.
  
  Kelly
- D.
  
  Angelo
Correct Answer
A. Tiffany

Explanation
Tiffany was named fan favorite in the Reunion shows of "Top Chef: D.C.", season 7.

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11.

In the Piggin' Out show of "Top Chef: New Orleans", the chefs have to prepare what?
- A.
  
  Cream Cheese Dish
- B.
  
  Hot Sauce
- C.
  
  Vietnamese
- D.
  
  Cold Soup
Correct Answer
B. Hot Sauce

Explanation
In the Piggin' Out show of "Top Chef: New Orleans", the chefs have to prepare hot sauce.

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12.

Who is the "Top Chef" whose restaurants are called Searsucker?
- A.
  
  Michael Sichel
- B.
  
  Tiffani Faison
- C.
  
  Brian Malarkey
- D.
  
  Keith Rhodes
Correct Answer
C. Brian Malarkey

Explanation
Brian Malarkey is the "Top Chef" whose restaurants are called Searsucker.

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13.

Who is a James Beard nominee for Best Chef Southeast, and is chef and owner of Catch?
- A.
  
  Antonia Lofaso
- B.
  
  Dakota Weiss
- C.
  
  Dale Levitski
- D.
  
  Keith Rhodes
Correct Answer
D. Keith Rhodes

Explanation
Keith Rhodes is the correct answer because he is a James Beard nominee for Best Chef Southeast and is also the chef and owner of Catch.

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14.

Which "Top Chef" started their culinary career at One Market in San Francisco?
- A.
  
  Sara Johannes
- B.
  
  Nicholas Elmi
- C.
  
  Louis Maldonado
- D.
  
  Nina Compton
Correct Answer
C. Louis Maldonado

Explanation
Louis Maldonado started his culinary career at One Market in San Francisco.

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15.

Who was the winner of season 1 of "Top Chef"?
- A.
  
  Sam Talbot
- B.
  
  Casey Thompson
- C.
  
  Harold Dieterle
- D.
  
  Hung Huynh
Correct Answer
C. Harold Dieterle

Explanation
Harold Dieterle was the winner of season 1 of "Top Chef".

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16.

Louis Maldonado from "Top Chef" made his culinary career in what US state?
- A.
  
  Hawaii
- B.
  
  New York
- C.
  
  California
- D.
  
  Mississippi
Correct Answer
C. California

Explanation
Louis Maldonado made his culinary career in California.

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17.

Besides the New Orleans where else on "Top Chef" did Stephanie Cmar appear?
- A.
  
  New York
- B.
  
  Las Vegas
- C.
  
  Miami
- D.
  
  Seattle
Correct Answer
D. Seattle

Explanation
Stephanie Cmar appeared on "Top Chef" in Seattle.

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18.

Which premiere episode of "Top Chef" had the series largest viewing audience?
- A.
  
  Season 3 , June 2007
- B.
  
  Season 9 , November 2011
- C.
  
  Season 7 , June 2010
- D.
  
  Season 5 , November 2008
Correct Answer
D. Season 5 , November 2008

Explanation
The correct answer is Season 5, November 2008. This premiere episode had the largest viewing audience in the history of the series.

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19.

What did Tom Colicchio co-found in New York City>
- A.
  
  Gramercy Tavern
- B.
  
  Oasis
- C.
  
  Gray's Papaya
- D.
  
  The East Pole
Correct Answer
A. Gramercy Tavern

Explanation
Tom Colicchio co-founded Gramercy Tavern in New York City.

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Do You Know About Top Chef?

Who was the over 50 "Top Chef " contestant from season 10 in Seattle?

Who of these contestants was a winner on "Top Chef"?

Who of these contestants was a winner on "Top Chef"?

Who was guest judge in Season 3 of "Top Chef" Canada?

Where was "Top Chef" judge Hugh Acheson born?

Whose memoir is "Talking With My Mouth Full: My Life as a Professional Eater"?

Whose book shows a chef's creative process and is titled, "Think Like a Chef"?

What TV comedy did Padma Lakshmi appear in as herself in 2009?

Who was a judge on season 7 of "Top Chef" in Washington, D.C.?

Who was named fan favorite in the Reunion shows of "Top Chef: D.C.", season 7?

In the Piggin' Out show of "Top Chef: New Orleans", the chefs have to prepare what?

Who is the "Top Chef" whose restaurants are called Searsucker?

Who is a James Beard nominee for Best Chef Southeast, and is chef and owner of Catch?

Which "Top Chef" started their culinary career at One Market in San Francisco?

Who was the winner of season 1 of "Top Chef"?

Louis Maldonado from "Top Chef" made his culinary career in what US state?

Besides the New Orleans where else on "Top Chef" did Stephanie Cmar appear?

Which premiere episode of "Top Chef" had the series largest viewing audience?

What did Tom Colicchio co-found in New York City>