Top Chef chefs face Appalachian challenges and a contestant meltdown

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A contestant had a dramatic meltdown during an outdoor cooking challenge. He questioned the judges' decision and demanded to see the official rules. The chefs were tasked with cooking for 200 people in a campground, incorporating Appalachian ingredients. One chef's chicken liver mousse failed to set properly. The episode highlighted the resilience of Asheville restaurants after Hurricane Helene in fall 2024. Rhoda won the challenge, while Sieger was eliminated.


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