Top Chef Masters Finale on Tonite

When I first saw that Bravo was doing a Top Chef Masters show, I thought, “who cares”? But guess what? My opinion changed instantly as soon as I saw the show. The premise of the show, for those of you who haven’t seen it, is that the top chefs throughout the country compete for a top prize, just like the more “amateur” chefs do on the regular show.

One thing I’ve really enjoyed about the show is seeing the chefs become so competitive. They are given these outrageous challenges, like cooking from a vending machine, and in a college dorm room, and with mystery ingredients, and they really jump in and get in the spirit. They enjoy the challenge. They enjoy food. It makes you have a whole new appreciation for cooking.

Take a look at a recent clip from the show:

The finale is on tonite, with the last remaining three chefs competing for the top prize. But really, I think, the real winner is the viewer. I’ve learned a lot from these guys.

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