Top Chef Season 16 Episode 11
Top Chef
Season 16

Ep 11. The Greatest

  • TV14
  • February 14, 2019
  • 44 min
  • 6.9  (20)

In Top Chef season 16 episode 11, titled The Greatest, the remaining contestants are tasked with creating dishes inspired by some of the greatest culinary icons of the past. The episode starts with a Quickfire Challenge, where the chefs have to create a dish using a variety of canned goods that are often found in home pantries. The challenge is judged by Nilou Motamed, editor-in-chief of Food & Wine magazine. The winner of the Quickfire Challenge gains an advantage in the elimination challenge.

For the elimination challenge, the chefs are asked to draw inspiration from some of the most iconic chefs of the past, including Julia Child, James Beard, and Edna Lewis. They are asked to create a dish that represents the legacy of one of these culinary icons while also showcasing their own unique style and creativity. The contestants are given the freedom to create any type of dish they like, as long as it honors the chef they have been assigned. They have a limited amount of time to shop for ingredients and prep their dishes before presenting them to the judges.

The judges for this episode are a group of renowned chefs and food writers, including Jonathan Waxman, Ruth Reichl, and Nilou Motamed. They are looking for dishes that not only pay tribute to the culinary icon, but are also skillfully executed and taste amazing. Some of the standout dishes include a French-inspired dish inspired by Julia Child, a Southern-inspired dish inspired by Edna Lewis, and a sophisticated dish inspired by James Beard.

As the chefs present their dishes, tensions are high and the pressure is on. It becomes clear that some chefs are struggling with the challenge, while others are taking bold risks that could pay off big in the scoring. The judges carefully assess each dish, taking into consideration the inspiration behind it, the technical execution, and most importantly, the taste. They deliberate for what seems like an eternity, dissecting each dish and weighing its merits.

When the scores are finally tallied, the results are surprising. Some of the chefs who seemed to be struggling end up with high scores, while others who seemed to have strong dishes end up falling short. In the end, one chef is named the winner of the challenge, and another is sent home. The episode ends with the remaining chefs reflecting on the experience and looking ahead to the next challenge.

Overall, Top Chef season 16 episode 11 is a thrilling and emotional episode that showcases the talent and creativity of the remaining contestants. It's a must-watch for anyone who loves food and appreciates the art of cooking.

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  • First Aired
    February 14, 2019
  • Content Rating
    TV14
  • Runtime
    44 min
  • Language
    English
  • IMDB Rating
    6.9  (20)