The BEST episodes of Top Chef: Last Chance Kitchen season 2
Every episode of Top Chef: Last Chance Kitchen season 2, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of Top Chef: Last Chance Kitchen season 2!
Last Chance Kitchen takes Top Chef and strips it down. Ousted chefs from Top Chef compete head to head for the chance to, not only redeem themselves, but to possibly return to Top Chef, and win. In each episode, two or more chefs are pitted against each other in a single challenge, with judgment placed solely on Tom Collicchio.
#1 - Carla vs. Chrissy vs. Kuniko vs. Jeffrey
Season 2 - Episode 1 - Aired 11/28/2012
Challenge: The chefs were given a chance to redeem themselves by creating a dish incorporating the same ingredients from the dishes that eliminated them. Carla: Whole Squab with Baked Tomato & Morels Chrissy: Canlis' Special Salad Jeffrey: Pan-Roasted Halibut with Peas & Morels Kuniko: Lemongrass Cream Potato Chowder
#2 - CJ and Tyler vs. Kuniko
Season 2 - Episode 2 - Aired 12/5/2012
Challenge: The chefs were tasked with making a dessert. Because CJ and Tyler were eliminated from the main competition as a team, the two contestants had to work together to create their dish. CJ and Tyler: Hay Ice Cream with Cherry Fritter, Cherries & Arugula Kuniko: Frozen Bananas with Fruit Compote & Lemon Curd
#3 - Eliza vs. CJ vs. Tyler
Season 2 - Episode 3 - Aired 12/12/2012
Challenge: The chefs had to create a well-composed dish highlighting pickles and carrots. CJ: Pan-Roasted Rainbow Trout, Carrot Purée & Charred Pickles Eliza: Brown Butter Carrot Mash, Crusted Scallops, Corn & Pickle Succotash Tyler: Deconstructed Ceviche with Pickles & Carrots
#4 - Danyele vs. CJ
Season 2 - Episode 4 - Aired 12/19/2012
Challenge: The chefs were required to make a sandwich using lunch meat. CJ: Vietnamese-Inspired Ham & Butter Sandwich with Apple & Radicchio Danyele Oven-Roasted Turkey, Bacon & Avocado Sandwich with Pickled Onions
#5 - Bart vs. CJ
Season 2 - Episode 5 - Aired 12/26/2012
Challenge: The chefs had to use chicken breast to create a flavorful dish. Bart: Roasted Chicken with Carrots, Greek Yogurt, Tea-Infused Sauce & Speculoos Cookies CJ: Marinated Chicken Breast with Mushroom Reduction, Greek Yogurt & Roasted Lettuces
Watch Now:Amazon#6 - John vs. CJ
Season 2 - Episode 6 - Aired 1/2/2013
Challenge: The chefs were allowed to cook any dish, but were required to use pots and pans bought from a yard sale. CJ: Seared Diver Scallop, Foie Gras Dashi with Mango & Caviar John: Corn Velouté & Succotash with Roasted Lobster & Seared Foie Gras
Watch Now:Amazon#7 - Micah vs. CJ
Season 2 - Episode 7 - Aired 1/9/2013
Challenge: The chefs had to prepare their best tartare. CJ: Beef Heart Tartare with Chili, Pickled Duck Skin & Tomato Water Micah: Bison Carpaccio & Duck Tartare with Quail Egg Yolk, Pickled Carrots, Chilis & Arugula
Watch Now:Amazon#8 - Kristen vs. CJ
Season 2 - Episode 8 - Aired 1/16/2013
Challenge: The chefs got to choose an ingredient, a cuisine, and a cooking technique that they had to incorporate into their dishes, as well as a time limit. They decided that they had to prepare a French-inspired snapper dish with a smoked element in 30 minutes. CJ: Brown Butter Snapper with Creamed Morel, Smoked Mashed Potatoes & Ratatouille Kristen: Bouillabaisse of Snapper, Crème Fraîche, Smoked Butter, Fennel & Radish
Watch Now:Amazon#9 - Josie vs. Kristen
Season 2 - Episode 9 - Aired 1/23/2013
Challenge: The chefs had to break down a salmon, portion 10 identical pieces, and create well-composed dishes for Tom and the eliminated contestants. Josie: Fennel Pollen Dusted Salmon with Fennel, Radish & Tarragon Salad Kristen: Crispy Salmon with Pickled Pineapple, Raisins, Shaved Cauliflower & Crème Fraîche
#10 - Stefan vs. Kristen
Season 2 - Episode 10 - Aired 1/30/2013
Challenge: The chefs cooked dishes using offal. Kristen: Chicken Livers with Garlic and Mustard Caramel, Pickled Fruit & Herb Salad Stefan: Beuscherl of Innards with Cream Sauce, Bread Galette, Liver & Parsley Salad
Watch Now:Amazon#11 - Lizzie vs. Kristen
Season 2 - Episode 11 - Aired 2/6/2013
Challenge: The chefs made a dish over a campfire using Alaskan fish. Kristen: Cod with Coconut Broth, Clam Juice, Lime, Chili-Marinated Tomato, Corn & Petite Herbs Lizzie: Poached Salmon Stew with Fennel, Leek, Hungarian Paprika & Sweet Pepper Flakes
Watch Now:Amazon#12 - Josh vs. Lizzie vs. Kristen
Season 2 - Episode 12 - Aired 2/13/2013
Challenge: The chefs received the simple challenge of creating a great plate of food. Josh: Venison with Coriander, Brown Sugar and Black Pepper Cure, Kale & Shaved Carrot Kristen: Semolina Orecchiette with Brown Butter, Pomegranate, Apple & Fresh Herbs Lizzie: Black Cod in Black Pepper Vinegar, Savoy Cabbage & Spaetzle
Watch Now:Amazon