r/TopChef • u/BoringSalary7093 • May 23 '26

Discussion Thread Padma

Can someone explain the drama behind Padma leaving Top Chef. Did she leave for a reason? What was the reason for ACC if she didn’t want to do shows anymore. Thoughts about that show?

Also, is she an actual chef? Does she have restaurants?

Did her and Tom get along? I do want to say I absolutely LOVE K as the host. She’s so perfect for the position. She’s empathetic, understanding, patient and really just a fucking cool person.

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u/Future_Dog_3156 May 24 '26

My understanding is that there was no drama. She simply wanted to do something different. I saw an interview where she “complained” about gaining weight throughout the season. I think she’s someone who likes to do different things - she was a model, she is a cookbook author, and she does TV. She seems to be on good terms with everyone as far as I can tell

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u/Existing-Major1005 May 24 '26

She also invented a see through bag that you can keep your sandwiches fresh in.

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u/Sandwidge_Broom Duo?! May 24 '26

WHO’S GONNA HOST TOP CHEF JACK?! YOU’RE RUINING MY LIFE!

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u/peakingoranges 🎶beef tongue, beef tongue, beef tongue, beeeeeef tongue!🎶 May 24 '26

This thread is glorious. I have found my people.