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Kevin Arnovitz and Tom Haberstroh bring their die-hard fanaticism of the hit TV show Top Chef and combine it with their NBA analytical instincts to draft “fantasy” teams, interview contestants and talk about America’s food and restaurant trends. Follow along weekly as the top cooking competition meets top-shelf analysis.

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Kevin Arnovitz Tom Haberstroh Eric Eric Adjepong

Previous Guests

Buddha Lo
Buddha Lo is a renowned chef and two-time champion of Top Chef. He is known for his innovative culinary techniques and has gained recognition for his exceptional dishes, including a flawless salmon Wellington. Buddha is the owner of HUSO, a restaurant located in Tribeca, where he showcases his culinary skills and creativity. His journey in the culinary world has been marked by personal challenges, including the loss of his father, which he has openly discussed in relation to his pursuit of becoming a Top Chef.
Kevin Arnovitz
Kevin Arnovitz is a prominent sports journalist and analyst known for his work covering the NBA. He has contributed to various platforms, including ESPN, where he provides in-depth analysis and commentary on basketball. Arnovitz is recognized for his analytical approach to sports, blending statistical insights with narrative storytelling. His passion for food and culinary arts is evident in his role as a co-host on the 'Pack Your Knives' podcast, where he merges his love for cooking competitions with sports analysis.
Eric Adjepong
Eric Adjepong is a chef and television personality known for his appearance on the reality cooking competition show Top Chef. He has gained recognition for his culinary skills and unique approach to cooking, often blending traditional and modern techniques. Adjepong has also been involved in various food-related projects and initiatives, showcasing his passion for the culinary arts.
Tristen
Tristen is a chef who gained recognition for their participation in Top Chef. Known for their innovative cooking style and ability to create unique dishes, Tristen has made a significant impact in the culinary world, earning praise from both peers and critics alike.
Csar
Csar is a chef celebrated for their contributions to the culinary scene, particularly through their involvement in Top Chef. With a focus on creativity and flavor, Csar has garnered attention for their exceptional cooking skills and has built a reputation as a talented chef in the industry.
Mina Kimes
Mina Kimes is a prominent sports journalist and commentator known for her work with ESPN. She has a background in investigative journalism and has covered a wide range of sports, including NFL and NBA. Kimes is recognized for her analytical insights and engaging storytelling, making her a respected voice in sports media.
Sara Bradley
Sara Bradley is a chef and restaurateur known for her appearance on Top Chef. She is the owner of the popular restaurant Freight House in Paducah, Kentucky, and has gained recognition for her culinary skills and innovative dishes. Bradley has a passion for farm-to-table cooking and has been involved in various culinary competitions, showcasing her talent and creativity in the kitchen.

Topics Discussed

Top Chef Buddha Lo Restaurant Wars Quickfires salmon Wellington Padma Lakshmi HUSO restaurant Tristen Epps Cinnamon Toast Crunch Atlanta Braves Destination Canada elimination-challenge Kristen Kish Brooke Williamson Wylie Dufresne Spike Mendelsohn pizza Eric Adjepong Team Tom fashion do's-and-don'ts Time and Tide Danny Garcia Charlotte double elimination judges choices controversial episode

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0:00 1:32:39

S22 Ep 9: Cooking on the Edge with Buddha Lo

Hosts
Kevin Arnovitz Tom Haberstroh
Guests
Buddha Lo
Keywords
Top Chef Buddha Lo Restaurant Wars Quickfires salmon Wellington Padma Lakshmi HUSO restaurant Tristen Epps
Buddha, Kevin and Tom oh my! Back for more, Kevin Arnovitz returns to the stage with Tom Haberstroh to flex their mussels and talk Top Chef post-Restaurant Wars.With no more immunity on the table, they discuss the reintroduction of last year’s rule that Quickfires are now part of judges table.Plus, Buddha Lo joins the show to share insights from his high seat at judge’s table in Toronto. After gushing about a flawless salmon Wellington, the two-time champ is asked to compare his game to Tristen Epps and the shared experience of losing a father while pursuing dreams of becoming Top Chef. He also shares what it’s like to cook for Padma Lakshmi at his HUSO restaurant in Tribeca.



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0:00 1:39:09

S22 Ep 8: Restaurant Wars

Hosts
Kevin Arnovitz Tom Haberstroh
Guests
Kevin Arnovitz
Keywords
Restaurant Wars Tristen Epps Cinnamon Toast Crunch Atlanta Braves Destination Canada
Restaurant Wars is here and so is Kevin Arnovitz!

With Eric Adjepong on film leave, Arnovitz steps back into the chair to break down an emotional and tragic Restaurant Wars episode and offer his big-picture thoughts on the Destination Canada season as a whole.

Where is Tristen Epps in the pantheon? When did the losing team squander their moment? What's the best way to eat Cinnamon Toast Crunch? And which Atlanta Braves pitcher does Lana remind us of? All that and more on a PYK reunion episode.



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0:00 1:19:57

S22 Ep 7: You Wanna Pizza Me?

Hosts
Tom Haberstroh Eric
Keywords
Top Chef elimination-challenge Buddha Lo Kristen Kish Brooke Williamson Wylie Dufresne Spike Mendelsohn pizza
OK, it’s time to talk about a certain chef in this competition. With the dominant stretch in the middle of Destination Canada, Tom and Eric discuss where the elimination-challenge winner places statistically and stylistically among the all-time greats. Names like Buddha Lo, Kristen Kish and Brooke Williamson are conjured up.

Eric reveals the one chef that made him stand in awe during one of his competitions and explains the brilliance of Wylie “WD50” Dufresne and his DC pal Spike Mendelsohn. Plus, Tom and Eric share their favorite pizza style and finally agree on an intro food take.



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0:00 1:20:26

S22 Ep 6: Pickle Me This

Hosts
Tom Haberstroh
Guests
Eric Adjepong Tristen Csar
Keywords
Top Chef Eric Adjepong Team Tom fashion do's-and-don'ts Time and Tide Danny Garcia Charlotte
Eric Adjepong starts his victory lap trot after another disastrous week for Team Tom. Everyone at PYK is on Team Pickle.  Haberstroh and Adjepong unpack the mistake-ridden episode of Top Chef while simultaneously bowing down to the greatness of two of Adjepong's chefs (Tristen and César). Eric also sheds light on the fashion do's-and-don'ts of Top Chef and the food TV world.  After his trip to NYC, Tom shares his review of Time and Tide, the new restaurant from last season's Top Chef champ Danny Garcia. Eric takes stock of his visit to Tom's neck of the woods in Charlotte.

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0:00 1:19:53

S22 Ep 5: Line Cook for a Day with Mina Kimes & Sara Bradley

Hosts
Tom Haberstroh Eric Adjepong
Guests
Mina Kimes Sara Bradley
Keywords
Top Chef double elimination judges choices controversial episode
Tom Haberstroh and Eric Adjepong are joined by ESPN’s Mina Kimes to recap this week’s episode which saw a double elimination. Did we like the staging at different restaurants? Are we surprised by the judge’s choices? Did the episode fall short?

As the three weigh in, a surprise guest crashes the party: the guest judge Sara Bradley! Go behind the scenes with Sara, Eric, Tom and Mina as we break down this very controversial episode of Top Chef.

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