Do You Know About Top Chef?

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

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  • 2. 

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

    • Gramercy Tavern

    • Oasis

    • Gray's Papaya

    • The East Pole

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

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  • 3. 

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

    • Bart Vandaele

    • Betty Fraser

    • Dave Martin

    • John Tesar

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

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  • 4. 

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

    • Tiffani Faison

    • Kevin Sbraga

    • Jennifer Carroll

    • Fabio Viviani

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

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  • 5. 

    Where was "Top Chef" judge Hugh Acheson born?

    • Germany

    • Canada

    • Scotland

    • New York City

    Correct Answer
    A. Canada
    Explanation
    Hugh Acheson was born in Canada.

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  • 6. 

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

    • Michael Sichel

    • Tiffani Faison

    • Brian Malarkey

    • Keith Rhodes

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

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  • 7. 

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

    • New York

    • Las Vegas

    • Miami

    • Seattle

    Correct Answer
    A. Seattle
    Explanation
    Stephanie Cmar appeared on "Top Chef" in Seattle.

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  • 8. 

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

    • John Somerville

    • Michael Voltaggio

    • Ed Cotton

    • Arnold Myint

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

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  • 9. 

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

    • Tom Colicchio

    • Hung Huynh

    • Gail Simmons

    • 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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  • 10. 

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

    • Cream Cheese Dish

    • Hot Sauce

    • Vietnamese

    • Cold Soup

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

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  • 11. 

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

    • Tom Colicchio

    • Anthony Bourdain

    • Padma Lakshmi

    • Gail Simmons

    Correct Answer
    A. 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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  • 12. 

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

    • How I Met Your Mother

    • 30 Rock

    • New Girl

    • The Big Bang Theory

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

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  • 13. 

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

    • Tiffany

    • Ed

    • Kelly

    • 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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  • 14. 

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

    • Paul Qui

    • Edward Lee

    • Richard Blais

    • 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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  • 15. 

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

    • Antonia Lofaso

    • Dakota Weiss

    • Dale Levitski

    • Keith Rhodes

    Correct Answer
    A. 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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  • 16. 

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

    • Eric Ripert

    • Adam Richman

    • Emeril Lagasse

    • 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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  • 17. 

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

    • Hawaii

    • New York

    • California

    • Mississippi

    Correct Answer
    A. California
    Explanation
    Louis Maldonado made his culinary career in California.

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  • 18. 

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

    • Sara Johannes

    • Nicholas Elmi

    • Louis Maldonado

    • Nina Compton

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

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  • 19. 

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

    • Season 3 , June 2007

    • Season 9 , November 2011

    • Season 7 , June 2010

    • Season 5 , November 2008

    Correct Answer
    A. 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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