Manon wrote:

Casey DID win the quickfire w/ the fab french toast and fois gras -- just fyi. I wish I could taste that dish -- I can't fathom that combination (am I missing something?), sounds terrible but obviously not!

posted on September 12, 2007 at 11:49 PM

Ricky wrote:

Very nicely done Padma! I was never a big fan of yours but you really impressed me this episode. Your voice wasn't droning, you smiled often and you had a playful, twinkle in your eyes! (instead of the usual blank, vacuous stare).

Keep it up! Bravo!

posted on September 13, 2007 at 12:36 AM

Raquel Santiago wrote:

SO i thought the breakfast quickfire was great and unexpected. What i dont understand is during the elimination challenge, why they invited that guest judge back to the show. In every single show he has been on he is mean and critizing of everyone else except himself. (he has made some bad food himself). I just dont get it with him, he took the joy out of watching this episode. Luckily Padma always tries to brighten it by saying both good and bad things an offers constructive criticism.

posted on September 13, 2007 at 12:43 AM

Cynthia wrote:

Just wanted to bring a point to Padma, that Newark is in New Jersey. Not New York as expressed in this last episode.

posted on September 13, 2007 at 1:31 AM

Lexi wrote:

First: darn you Padma for giving me the urge to run to Denny's at 1am for some steak and eggs!!!

Lastly, I just want to state my outrage over CJ being sent home.

I'm seriously hoping that something major was cutout of the judges table, because from what I saw, there was a clearer option that CJ.

Since when is it acceptable to keep a chef around who's WHOLE dish stunk? Why send the chef home when the main protein was ok, and just the side dish was the culprit? I really don't care if it was "the worst dish in 3 years" of Top Chef, at least half of his meal was edible.

posted on September 13, 2007 at 2:07 AM

Katherine Schwartz wrote:

YAY, Padma. Perhaps it is my imagination but Padma seemed like a nicer person tonight. I even saw what looked like a little exasperation when Tom went on his rant. I got the distinct impression that you enjoyed what you were doing, liked the chefs and wanted the best for them, and recognized that Tom's behavior was embarrassing. well done.

posted on September 13, 2007 at 2:15 AM

Andy B. wrote:

I can't access your video blog. I think your video blog is a copout Padma. If you want to do a video blog fine, but you should also do a normal written blog, like everyone else. I mean, you hardly blogged this year Padma. Maybe you don't want to because you're getting lots of negative content this year. I don't think the screeners allowed my comments on your blog last week. I don't know why. I'm always respectful, even if I write negative comments. It seems the screeners are protecting you Padma. Why are they protecting your feelings Padma, when you can get pretty nasty to the contestants yourself!!!!

posted on September 13, 2007 at 3:09 AM

cher wrote:

WOW! what a great show. Padma you really redeemed yourself this week. You were a total pleasure to watch. Loved the quick fire! Elimation was imaginative a lot of fun to watch. Bye bye CJ, about time. Open a restaurant?, that is scary. Let us dump Brian next, seafood chef?, get your lobster game on. Yea Anthonty is back, LOVE him. Tom, looked of a hottie this week! Have guest judge Jimmy see wardrobe before he goes on camera. Casey great job girlfriend, sara ho hum, bye bye. P>S> is our finale going to be with Hung sending someone to the ER?

posted on September 13, 2007 at 7:51 AM

Mark wrote:

Padma's opinion doesn't count anything. Did you notice how she claimed the salmon was delicious and how she thought it was a horrible idea to serve cawliflower on an airplane? According to Tom and Tony the salmon was inedible but the cawliflower was a brilliant idea. Get rid of Padma already! She's completely useless and annoying.

posted on September 13, 2007 at 10:21 AM

Lisa Evans wrote:

I didn't used to like Anthony Bourdain's comments either, but honestly, after a while he grows on you. Now I get a kick out of him. I thought this was an interesting challenge and I'm glad to see Casey win. Although I still miss Tre!!!

posted on September 13, 2007 at 11:20 AM

julia wrote:

CJ should have been sent home instead of Trey so I am really glad he is gone. He was starting to "pick" on Hung. He stabbed Trey in the back and was working his way through the best chefs....Crime does not pay!!!

posted on September 13, 2007 at 11:42 AM

Ronda wrote:

Great show as usual. Anyone else think that Padma and CJ might have a crush on each other? I have never seen Padma look that upset over someone going home plus there was CJ's little rave on the beauty of Padma.

posted on September 13, 2007 at 11:44 AM

john goldman wrote:

Padma,
I love top chef but I have been monumentally dissapointed with the use of Monk Fish, Chilean Sea Bass, Sea Scallops, and possible farm raised salmon. I believe very strongly that as a popular TV personality and international figure, who has had a positive influence on ethical and moral issues (womens rights), you could serve the worlds oceans by commiting to responsible use of marine resources. There was an effort by NYC chefs to not use Sword Fish until the stocks returned to a renewable level some years back. In future season please reinforce these issues. I would like to send you documented information regarding the Marine Stewardship.
Love,
John

posted on September 13, 2007 at 11:54 AM

Michelle wrote:

It is really difficult to figure out judging. Due to creative editing, I get confused between how the guests feel about the food and how the judges feel.

Obviously, the chefs want everyone to like their dish, but there were people on the plane commenting how much they liked Sara's salmon and then Tom and Anthony said it was terrible.

IMHO - I love Dale's personality! He is creative in the kitchen and has a wickedly fun sense of humor that is so enjoyable. He's the real deal. I hope I get to taste his food if I'm ever in Chicago. Keep going strong, Dale. I think you'll take it all!!!

posted on September 13, 2007 at 12:00 PM

E wrote:

I agree with what Lexi wrote. I am very unhappy that CJ was sent home. He was great, won a lot of challenges, was a better choice, I think, for Top Chef.

posted on September 13, 2007 at 12:02 PM

tina m jenkins wrote:

GOOD CJ GONE, HE'S THE ONE THAT GOT TRE SENT HOME... GOODBYE THANK YOU!!!!!! NOW BRAIN IS NEXT

posted on September 13, 2007 at 12:33 PM

Stephanie wrote:

I agree with the person who noted that there could be a "thing" between CJ and Padma. I would love that to be the case. CJ is adorable and so is Padma. She seemed to almost cry when he left and had a look in her eye not seen when other contestants had to pack up their knives. Oh, and I LIVE for Anthony Bourdain. He is a great addition to any show!

posted on September 13, 2007 at 12:52 PM

Alicia Lopez wrote:

Anthony Bourdin is an Ass _ole! How dare he speak to poor CJ that way? I thought both him and Tom were very unfair to CJ. The only thing that was unedible was the brocolini and what the hell...some people eat dirt and love it! I wouldn't eat anthing Anthony Bourdin serves me...I'd rather eat crap!

posted on September 13, 2007 at 12:53 PM

mfroe wrote:

GREAT show.......OMG....could you imagine being in a deep sleep and then having someone like Padma waking you up. I would have been in heaven...and then having to cook breakfast for her. I think you're a delight Padma and bring alot to the show. Keep doing what you're doing and the ratings will sky rocket.

posted on September 13, 2007 at 2:27 PM

Holly wrote:

Well, I have never been a big fan of padmas' to begin with but now i am disgusted... these people are talented chefs who worked very hard tp there and you shamelessly use that episode to promote you cookbook! What the hell he hung going to do with a cook book writted by padma other than mabe mess up the cover in the bathroom.

posted on September 13, 2007 at 2:39 PM

Ben Van wrote:

I would just like to say that im a big fun of the show and have watched it since season one. I am sad to say that the way things are going casey is going win win and i have called it since the first show of season three. In seacon one at the opening credits Harold is the last person showen and he won in season two ilan was the second to last person showen season to and if the they keep it up like that then casey should win season three. she is still there are has been cook well. if this is the case Bravo tv i hope you change the credits for next year.
Have Fun Cooking To You All I Know I Do

posted on September 13, 2007 at 2:49 PM

Swordofqueens wrote:

I'm trying to figure out what everyone has against Padma. Is it that she's drop-dead gorgeous? Educated? Successful? Does anyone want the bimbo from the first season to come back? You want to talk about a droning voice, yeesh....
Lay off the lady. Unless it bothers you like it bothers ME that she only speaks 4 languages fluently. Or was it 5?
Grow up. Your green eyed monsters are showing

posted on September 13, 2007 at 2:49 PM

samatha wrote:

when is someone going to put a leash on Hung? From the fish on the floor,food falling out of the frig on the floor, broken bottle of oil on the floor...........to almost slicing Caseys face, are we going to do an episode from the ER!!!!!!! God I want to smack him and stand him in the corner then make him clean the kitchen after every challenge! Hung, get a grip before you kill someone........hopefully yourself.

posted on September 13, 2007 at 6:10 PM

Marsha wrote:

"She never fails to disappoint, that Padma."

Ah, c'mon. She's improving.

posted on September 13, 2007 at 7:30 PM

Nick wrote:

I think these video blogs were a very good idea. You get to kick back and be yourself and talk about the show and about food. Your role as hostess of the show and the way the show is edited can lead the viewer to misunderstand the depth of knowledge and passion about food that you really have. It's nice to see the "real" Padma.

Watching you taste and judge, your palate seems to definately leans more toward the "light" and "health food" side of things. While this is great for everyday eating and keeping fit and healthy, it occsionally seems a little off for a competition that is essentially about producing the most delicious and exciting food possible, usually meant for special and memorable ocassions and not counting calories. Then again if your palate lends itself toward lightness, it's just your palate.

You have a tough doble role, it seems: you must play the glamorous hostess on one side, and yet come across as a fully competent judge and foodie. And they were awfully harsh on your predecessor Kate Lee. Word of advice: err on the side of competent foodie, forget all the glamor and trying to be the perfect hostess with the perfect poise. You already got the beauty in spades, and ultimately the fans are looking for depth to go along with it. Then again the producers of this show seem to have a LOT of power, and while the fans love you judges, it seems that the producers are constantly forcing you into roles and actions that can stray from the honest approach to food that the whole show is based on. It's time for the hosts and judges to form a union! You are a big reason why the fans tune in.

By the way, wha's this rumor going around about you and Sam?

posted on September 13, 2007 at 7:34 PM

Ilaynay wrote:

For those who wonder: Tony Bourdain has been kept on the show for the same reason he's got his own TV show, which for that matter is the same reason anything gets done in the television industry. Because someone--someone being a lot of viewers--thinks he's good TV. He gets the ratings, he stays on the show. Don't like it? Don't watch when you know he's going to be on, don't visit his blog, don't have anything to do with his involvement in the show. Vote with your eyes.

That said, personally I kind of like him, in a strange kind of way. Most of the time.

posted on September 13, 2007 at 7:59 PM

10/27/62 wrote:

You may have answered this already, but I have to ask.
What is that scar on Padmas right arm from?

posted on September 13, 2007 at 9:25 PM

Greg wrote:

Love the show but have a problem with guest chefs like Bourdain. How can anyone trust the pallette of someone who chain smokes more than a chimney? It is well documented that even casual smoking diminishes the ability of the taste buds to do their duty but a chain smoker has no idea what anything really tastes like. Great challenges and so far the chefs are doing a commendable job. Being a Texan of course I am hoping Casey wins.

posted on September 13, 2007 at 9:53 PM

KJ wrote:

I thought both challenges from last night were creative and fun. You always wonder which chefs are going to concoct what -- I know Bourdain has his share of naysayers out there, and I'm not going to say he was the "nicest" of guest judges, but hello?!?! That's not why he's there! You had a clear balance of reactions to everything last night; and his comment about the broccolini being "something out of Bob Marley's closet," while it may have been too blunt for some, made Colicchio giggle like a schoolboy! Classic and well put -- by the way, who else was waiting for someone to trip and fall over that truffle oil last night? One of these days, the remaining four will go OFF on Hung and his reckless abandonment in the kitchen...and kudos to CJ for going out gracefully and humbly -- a true class act.

posted on September 13, 2007 at 10:32 PM

Ottar wrote:

Padma you rock!!!

posted on September 13, 2007 at 10:35 PM

jc wrote:

Padma and CJ...Huge Sparks...I almost missed the cooking part of the show!!! It was time for CJ to go and this week the best acid man Anthony B. Great TV!

posted on September 13, 2007 at 10:47 PM

SJH wrote:

To Mark (Sept 13) Kudos and ditto on your comments. I have blogged MANY times about Padma's inability to create her own ideas/critiques/commentary. Your blog contained yet another example :if I remember correctly, the reason Padma said that cauliflower was not a good choice was because someone else (was it her traveling companion?) said so ( flatulance-inducing). She does not and cannot have an original thought in her brain!
To Swordofqueens (Sept 13)- again, I have blogged MANY times to defend those of us in viewer-land who dislike Padma as the host (and there are quite a few!). We are NOT jealous "green eyed monsters", nor are we clueless morons that don't know about her so-called qualifications. We don't like Padma as a host because she is inarticulate, wooden and does not provide valuable commentary. Period. If she were charasmatic, insightful AND beautiful, more power to her !! Please stop labeling us as immature, overly-envious idiots. And, I might add, there are plenty of male bloggers who don't like Padma either.......

posted on September 13, 2007 at 10:51 PM

dani wrote:

I usually enjoy your guest judges, but recent guest judge michael schwartz seemed overly arrogant, cold, unfriendly and lacked personality. please do not have him back on the show. based on his behavior on the show i will avoid eating at his restaurant.
anthony bourdain and ted allen are always a pleasure to watch!
i'm looking forward to seeing casey in the finale! it was a huge mistake letting tre go as he was and is an extremely talented chef.

posted on September 13, 2007 at 11:26 PM

May wrote:

Reading several blogs here, I'm really surprised that there's so much hate towards Padma. Her job is to introduce the challenges and provide her own opinion on the dishes. That's what she does, so why are her opinions not considered legit? I don't think she was using this episode to selfishly promote her book. In almost every episode, there's a chef giving away his/her book or dropping the name of the restaurant. Big deal.
Also, I don't hate CJ or anything but, honestly, it was his time to go. His food isn't consistently great and, in this episode, it was considered the worst of the bunch. This is not a popularity contest. It's a cooking contest. As for comments about Casey, I wasn't particularly impressed with her cooking before, but she's been stepping it up--enough that I don't think we should be condescending and think that her wins are by pure luck. She's getting quite consistently at delivering good food. How is it that Dale, who hasn't really been highlighted that much, has suddenly become the golden boy while Casey, who has actually won several quickfire and elimination challenges, has been looked at with such suspicion?

posted on September 14, 2007 at 2:17 AM

Shirley Heatwole wrote:

You raved about Hung's smoothie, can I get the recipe?

posted on September 14, 2007 at 4:11 AM

Keith wrote:

Padma,
Just in case Tom isn't passing my messages along to you as I've asked him to do..........

You look marvelous!!!!

posted on September 14, 2007 at 8:18 AM

jane wrote:

At least Padma seemed a bit nicer in this episode. I love the Top Chef season this time (so much better than season 2). The competitors are much more professional and fun to watch than the drama filled season 2. Thank you for getting some real chefs in there!

Padma, lighten up please. You were a pleasure to watch last season but this season you seem so nasty to people.

posted on September 14, 2007 at 9:52 AM

S Robinson wrote:

No wonder Continental Flights are always delayed at Newark Airport. All the employees are sitting in a hanger eating first class food when they should be WORKING!

posted on September 14, 2007 at 11:06 AM

Pooka wrote:

"She never fails to disappoint, that Padma."

You said it (above), not me. But I agree.

posted on September 14, 2007 at 11:50 AM

Karin Learned wrote:

I just finished reading Chef Tom's blog and read mostly positive and glowing reviews and opionions about the show and the judges. I just finished reading Padma's blog and have to agree with SWORDOFQUEENS......GROW UP PEOPLE! A few, not all, of you read as mean spirited. Get a life....
Padma...I like that you are real and that you carry yourself with grace and charm and yes, your intelligence is written on your face. I wish I could speak several languages. Don't pay attention to the "mean spirited". They probably have trouble looking in the mirror at themselves.

posted on September 14, 2007 at 11:58 AM

Michael kukich wrote:

Everybody is going home except for the bikini girl Casey! She has already won! This season they want a beautiful & articulate female to represent the show around th ecountry! Why do you think Padma was brought on-board last season? Why do you think Ilan, Sam, & Elia made it so far last season? It's reality TV!

posted on September 14, 2007 at 12:05 PM

michelle t wrote:

Hi Padma,

Actually, this has less to do with the blog than with some of the below comments...

To Andy - It is perfectly understandable for someone to take time off from blogging while coping with a divorce.

To Mark - It seemed that Chef Colicchio and Bourdain were judging solely on taste, while Padma was sitting with the airline expert. Cauliflower is a "gassy" food, like brussel sprouts and brocolli, which is why they talked about staying away from it on an airplane (the comment was "easy on the tummy") rather than anything to do with taste. Getting an upset stomach on an 8 hour flight is no fun at all! Obviously the taste won out over the concern over gastric distress, however.

posted on September 14, 2007 at 1:23 PM

Dari wrote:

Padma, I think you are fabulous! Don't let the haters get to you. This show wouldn't be as appealing if you weren't on it. The decision to send CJ packing was the right one. I like season 3 because you really don't know who is going to win. It seems like everyone holds back until the final 5, then we really get to see who has talent. I have to admit that I'm not a fan of the group challenges. I don't think it has a place in a competition setting when each person is trying to showcase their individual talents and can get eliminated because of others in a group. Love the show and congrats on the Emmy!

posted on September 14, 2007 at 2:22 PM

Karen wrote:

I'm a Padma fan. Why can't a beautiful, fit woman enjoy food as well? Unlike the previous host (Katie Joel) Padma actually puts food in her mouth, savors it, and is able to comment intelligently on it. I never saw Katie eat one darn thing, only complain about the bloodline in her fish during the finale. I also love the chemistry between her, Gail and Tom. They seem to represent very divergent palates and that's important when evaluating taste and chefs.

Speaking of palates -- what was with CJs? He combined the oddest combinations of ingredients. And his list of odd ingredients always seemed endless.

posted on September 14, 2007 at 2:44 PM

Christopher Spencer wrote:

I'm not a huge "blogger" having only recently learned what it actually is. But I am a big Top Chef fan and an even bigger Padma Lakshmi fan. And not because she's beautiful (she is without a doubt) but because she appears to be a genuine person, well-versed and articulate with some definite food knowledge. I can't believe people are actually giving negative regarding her performance on this show.

Someone actually described her as "vacuous." Does anyone remember Season 1? Hosted by Billy Joel's wife?? Therein lies the definition of vacuous.

posted on September 14, 2007 at 3:27 PM

Christy wrote:

Padma....I love you and the rest of the judges. It is always a surprise to see who will be joining you all each week. I have been a huge fan of the show since season 1. I must say I am very disappointed that CJ was eliminated. I thought he had alot of talent. It would be a nice twist if he were to show back up and be able to compete again.

posted on September 14, 2007 at 3:31 PM

Christy wrote:

Padma....I love you and the rest of the judges. It is always a surprise to see who will be joining you all each week. I have been a huge fan of the show since season 1. I must say I am very disappointed that CJ was eliminated. I thought he had alot of talent. It would be a nice twist if he were to show back up and be able to compete again.

posted on September 14, 2007 at 3:31 PM

anthony anderson wrote:

hello, i just wanted to say that as someone that has been cooking for over 15 years i find that i do truly enjoy this show. and also i would like to comment on one of the chef's attitude.. it is not very conducive to a team players atmosphere ..I'm sure i don't have to mention names...thanks for the mouth watering experience

posted on September 14, 2007 at 3:34 PM

Greg C. wrote:

Well put Michelle T. You took the words right outta my mouth! keep up the good work, Padma!! I dig your style!!!

BTW, I enjoy ytour video blogs tremendously!! You should keep doing them!!!

posted on September 14, 2007 at 3:51 PM

K. wrote:

On the contestants:

This season's contestants have better average qualifications, but none have sparks of genius - except for Hung, who lacks in personal maturity.

Tre, Casey, CJ, Howie - who cares. None of them will rise to the top of the industry. Neither have previous contestants or winners (the food at Perilla ranges from good to sub-standard, the wines are ill-chosen, and some desserts dangerously bad).

The interesting parts of the show to me are:

1. how a highly intelligent and driven Indian immigrant can use social dynamics, rhetoric and poise to exude the overdose of grace Americans call "hot", and convert the generated attraction into professional success.

2. why food has become the most recent pop-cultural phenomenon. Maybe because it's one of the last things we associate with love, time and other traditional values, before we either resurrect or erode it on TV. Maybe because it combines art and science in unprecedent ways. Maybe because we need to eat even more than we need company or to have sex.

Good luck Padma, and may you age with equal grace.

posted on September 14, 2007 at 4:32 PM

tcfan wrote:

this isn't to padma, rather it's to the idiots at bravo who assume we all have high-speed internet on the computer we browse your site from. thanks to your moronic move, i can't watch any of padma's "video blogs". stop trying to be so "cutting edge", it's actually making you look more stupid by the day, bravo.

posted on September 14, 2007 at 6:18 PM

Robbie wrote:

Padma,
Keep up the good work. you give the show some much needed grace and style. I'm sure the contestants are comforted that at least one of the judges has some respect for their talent and experience. Obviously, they are not children and most have expensive training and excellent practical experience and professional mentoring.
After having worked in the restaurant industry for over 20 years, I can tell you that is a difficult business in which have a career. Years ago, my very experienced mentor told me to "always remember the restaurant business is a "pennies business"--sometimes you make dollars, but mostly you make pennies. One must find their satisfaction in meeting wonderful people (both staff and guest,) providing gracious service, and giving the guest a delicious meal and a fabulous dining experience." (all of this while trying to juggle high overhead costs, daily fluctuating food costs, competition, staffing issues,etc.)
Having an excellent chef who understands he is part of the 'greater' picture is certainly a good foundation for any fine restaurant.Your show gives the average person an inside look at the restaurant business with all its joys (great food, happy guests, camaraderie among the staff)and all its 'warts' (tempers, personality clashes, arrogant and abusive chefs, dishes that are not always perfect, etc.) Hopefully Top Chef is also inspiring young people or anyone who is looking for a career change to enter the industry. May it also inspire a more 'team based' concept of restaurant operation.

posted on September 14, 2007 at 7:18 PM

Gwen wrote:

I have enjoyed your presence from day one. The criticism you recieve is baffling.

I have made a number of the recipes and they have been the ones you raved about. There is something very compelling about the way you taste, chew and comment on the dishes. Your viewpoint, from a place other than professional chef, is valuable. Oh and your manner of speech is just fine. Droning, pfffffffft.

posted on September 14, 2007 at 7:38 PM

Mommy of boys wrote:

I like Padma- and I am so bummed that CJ got voted off!

I think Padma and CJ should hook up!!

posted on September 14, 2007 at 9:15 PM

val wrote:

omg - ronda!! i'm so glad i wasn't the only one to catch the little bit of teariness that padma displayed when sending cj packing. little bit too obvious padma. i absolutely love this show & have never missed an episode in all 3 seasons. i kinda miss howie tho - i sorta liked his arrogance - like he knew what he wanted & wasn't letting anyone stand in his way. but he did need to go. anyway, i have chosen who i thought would win top chef at the beginning of each season - & been right - not being arrogant just a good guesser, lol. i have my guess this season too. keep up the good work chefs!!!

posted on September 14, 2007 at 10:11 PM

Rex Tennyson wrote:

Top Chef truly is a fantastic program. I appreciate Padma's opinion because her background is not strictly in cuisine, so her perspective, in my opinion, reflects the tastes of a sophisticated diner as opposed to the critique from a master chef.

I've enjoyed every season of Top Chef and hope you will continue to be a part of it. By the way, the Oceanaire in San Diego is FANTASTIC!

posted on September 14, 2007 at 10:47 PM

Michelle wrote:

We want Padma to stay...forever. The critics always save their harshest for that double whammy of brains & beauty. It's called assertiveness folks and "doing your job". Your attitudes are part of the weakening of America. Let's kiss everyone's asses and coddle them. Face reality. It is what is is. You Padma nay sayers probably have bad attendance or performance records at YOUR jobs, and have been in the same place as the losing contestants. It is what it is. Don't try to make things Padma's fault.
Love Padma, Sincerely, City of Philadelphia

posted on September 15, 2007 at 7:50 AM

gary.e wrote:

Hello Padma. I loved the Quick fire, you as always looked great even at an early hour. some where there has to be in this world chefs that would have the talent of season one, lets hope season four has that talent.......

posted on September 15, 2007 at 11:48 AM

margaret wrote:

A little late in the comments but... Padma looked a little hung (no punn intended) over in the quickfire.. although i missed the first 3 minutes... and then i just saw a blog pic of her sleeping with a pillow on the plane which never took off! Oh, did Imention I love this show, and think Padma is eye dropping beautiful? Maybe I'm jealous...

posted on September 15, 2007 at 2:52 PM

Lal wrote:

Padma looked like she was about to cry before she said CJ's name. I think (related to the salmon comment) that she was one of the few that got a decent salmon dish that wasnt overcooked. Bye CJ :( I always loved his witty comments.

posted on September 15, 2007 at 8:15 PM

Janice H wrote:

Just wanted to say that I really loved that round necklace that you wore on Episode 5 when they had the Latin Lunch. CJ should have known better than to serve that hidious looking broccoli. That is as bad as Tre serving that salmon and beet dish. Hated to see him go but I also agree that if the dish is not right, fix it or don't serve it.

posted on September 16, 2007 at 1:33 AM

pamela wrote:

i agree with julia - cj should have been sent home instead of tre, so now his time has come- he was a true backstabber and cunning player but perhaps he belongs on survivor not top chef

posted on September 16, 2007 at 9:55 AM

J ZALAR wrote:

sO SORRY TO SEE cj GO. oNE BAD DISH AND HE'S GONE. Sara has been consistently lackluster yet she stays. Sorry I'm done too. judging is not your forte.

posted on September 16, 2007 at 7:16 PM

RickDeluxe wrote:

This year I was able to attend the Aspen Food and Wine VIP party with all the chefs on the front of Food & Wine July issue. There was some crazy food there such as Bone Marrow and carmelized onion grilled sandwich or Marinated Octopus with chickpea.

My question is, who the hell is Padma and why does she feel entitled to be so scathing and borderline rude? She is my least favorite part of the show. The airline food episode was the first glimpse of a personality and a smile.

posted on September 17, 2007 at 1:30 AM

stella naugle wrote:

Padma...............your style, show presentation and decision making is very much comparable as to the "woman" appearing in Starwars............Padma was important in all lives.

posted on September 17, 2007 at 5:17 PM

T. wrote:

WOW! Never seen so much hate mail. That Sucks! And a waste of enery. Anyway I have to say that wasn't the first time (it's probably the 3rd time) I've seen Padma look a little upset to send someone packing. She just seems to enjoy all the chefs or is used to them (sorry don't know how to say it). I think she likes all of them frankly. I don't think it was anything too personal. I think some of you were reading too much into it. But CJ definitely has a crush on Padma (so much so it's sickening, come on now, she shines brighter than the sun?) but then again so do I, and I sure many others too (who don't seem to be here at the moment). Hung seemed taken over as well in the episode and Padma looked kinda taken by him. But that might have been the camera angle, the light might have been in her eyes, or having to shoot again or the 6 A.M part, who knows. Anyway I have to say I love the show but I do think some take it to seriously. Don't get too into T.V. especially reality T.V., because you see, there this thing called editing where they can make things seem like something totally different. For instance Padma might have made that sad look during deliberation or she might have been checking the time. And she never really looked at him a certain way before that. I'm just saying don't read too much into any of it, and don't take it too seriously. It's not like you can taste the food through the T.V. or anything. Some of you seem to be slamming the judges for supposedly judging by personality or one bad dish or whatever, but frankly, if they are, alot of you are doing the same exact thing.

posted on September 17, 2007 at 10:18 PM

Ed wrote:

I would think that people would realize that being critical of the chefs is what the show is about. If the judges patronized them, the show would tank. They signed up for it, they should be able to take it. As far as Padma goes, I think she does a great job and adds much style and content to the show...yeah, it is true I'm crush'n on her a bit though.

posted on September 18, 2007 at 3:30 PM

Geisha wrote:

Hi Padma!
I am not too upset about CJ going home, I knew he'd be gone sooner or later. I think it's going to be between Casey and Hung. I really don't like Casey's personality though, she appears to be so stuck up and up tight....ugh. I like Hung but he is a bit immature. I don't like Brian, at all, I think he gets way too nervous and makes a mess of things. Sara seems like the underdog to me, I think she can cook perhaps even better than the others there however she seems to be a bit of a slacker and way too laid back, I think she will probably be going home soon.

Well, just my thoughts on the show....which by the way, I just LOVE!

posted on September 18, 2007 at 11:32 PM

Laura wrote:

I just have a question for Padma. Is that a scar on your right arm?

posted on September 19, 2007 at 1:10 PM

Wendy Salo wrote:

In the quickfire...why did the le Cirque owner like the flavor of Casey's dish best but this got a negative reaction from you Padma? and then all of a sudden he chose Hung as the winner? this seemed like an influenced decision---please, what do you have against Ms. Casey?? And why Padma are you so dismall and grumpy as a host/spokesmodel? I'd love to see a different, more deserving hostess on this show.

posted on September 19, 2007 at 11:17 PM

marco lombardozzi wrote:

just got done watching sara get elimated (wed.9-19-07) sorry 2cu go sara but honestly u bombed 2nite. both ur dishes were not cooked all the way and when some1 tells u that its raw they should know i was hoping 2cu in the finals in aspen but im sure u will resurfice and relise ur dreams i wish u the best. padma's scar is frm wrestling bengal tigers back in inda don't u watch the followup shows? honestly its frm a car accident when she was 14 it just adds to her overall sexuality the girl is friggin HOT. did anyone is her on the emmy's this week? padma could make a potato sack look sexy.

posted on September 19, 2007 at 11:23 PM

Bridget wrote:

ALL about Casey .. grace , smart, kind a team player even though its a challege she has got it all.. I hope to see the TOP CHEF a woman..
Padma? cookbook? what???????????????????????????????????????????
supermodels and cookbooks? amazing.

posted on September 19, 2007 at 11:46 PM

Lynn wrote:

My heart is broken! I just *knew* that Dale & Sara would be in the finals togethre. I am so disappointed but it was a fair decision, I suppose. I'd really like to see Hung bbrought down a peg or two though. He is under the delusionall thinking that he is so above everyone else. I got news for him... He's not! Good luck to Sara, one of my first favorites! And, Dale, get ready for next week and go balls out again big guy!

posted on September 20, 2007 at 12:08 AM

Mike Lubeck (why, do you know me?) wrote:

I think that the most talented chefs are Kaycee and Hung..I have a strong feeling that these two will be the final two left standing....I predict that Dale will go out next, then Brian, then Kaycee, and then Hung will be crowned the TOP CHEF!!!!!

Can I just say I love the style of the Bravo Network, especially as it pertains to Top Chef..Truthfully, I think that all those other shows that are aired on Bravo are Top Chef wannabees....Without the flawlessness..and they are not nearly as interesting...I don't even watch them...But it would take alot to keep me away from my Top Chef..I'm always talking good about the show to everyone I know...Alot of people I talk to dont watch it or have heard of it but dont watch.....But I do have this one friend who is a young and upcoming chef and he is just as into it as I am...and although we have never met or had sex yet, him and I do chat online and go over the show play by play....its refreshing to find someone as much of a top chef geek as I am proud to be...

BRAVO PLEASE keep the top Chef coming for many many happy seasons to come...

Boy when TOP CHEF comes on, I crank my home theatre system WAY up and that is the best way to experience top chef, in full dolby surround sound...TRUST ME!!!!

I love how Bravo is such a gay friendly network...and its kind of funny how midway through the competition and not a moment before, how Hung kinda slipped and made a comment about how he goes both ways..but he only let that slip once...But Dale suddenly mid-competition started letting it slip al over the place that he is gay....good going Dale..Im sure the Bravo producers had absolutely nothing to do with that LOL....

But, alas, dale, my poor gay brother, if my prediction is correct, and I believe it is, then you are going home next week!!!! let the real chefs like Kaycee and Hung have the floor.....buh bye Dale!!

posted on September 20, 2007 at 2:31 AM

Kimberly wrote:

Hi,
We would like to know what makes Padma such an expert on food and food tasting/flavors etc...? Wasn't she an actress? We saw her on an episode of Star Trek:Enterprise a few weeks ago where she played some kind of alien princess and may we say her acting left a lot to be desired and honestly,was pretty horrible ! There are certain people on tv today who make it their job to judge others and most of em' have no business doing so !! We also think Padma needs to tone it down ! It's a cooking show not a beauty pagaent.We can't figure out why great shows like Top Chef feel the need to add T & A !! The show would have the same success without it !

Thank You,
Kimberly & Carla

posted on September 26, 2007 at 8:24 PM

bobbigail wrote:

i just started watching and fortunately there are marathons.
i like padma.she seems pretty real.i want Casey to win.

posted on October 3, 2007 at 11:24 AM

ted wrote:

where can I get your jewelry?

posted on October 4, 2007 at 3:33 AM

steven poole wrote:

Wow, why so much hate about Padma? I think she is great I like all the judges, evryone adds somthing to the show which keeps me watching. Hey bring back the top 5 from the last 3 seasons and let them go at it, Love Bravo Love Top Chef

posted on October 10, 2007 at 3:03 PM

Gerald Hecker wrote:

PADMA your hot-and juch abetiful delight to see and to hear
i am now interestedin finding your cooking show
im a fan and cant beleive how GOD HAS BLESSED YOU
IM 49 AND LIVE IN SEATTLE-DO YOU EVER GET OUT THIS WAY ?

posted on October 13, 2007 at 3:02 AM

charlie machise wrote:

NAMASTAY PADMA your the best . will be glad to see your lovely face again in next season show. ive bought both of your cook books. and will keep them aways. hope to see you do more in the movies someday. after all ,your the prettiest lady in show buss. i think.may god always watch over you. o.x.

posted on October 19, 2007 at 6:31 PM

Jim Pawlowski wrote:

Padma,
After watching so many episodes of Top Chef, I realize that you are the only sincere person on the show. Your ego is small compared to the others, but your style and grace over power the others.

posted on November 22, 2007 at 6:16 PM

michael wrote:

As the host of the show, I thought to tell you of my disappointment to watch the first show from Chicago and to view all of the contestants walking out of Whole Foods carrying disposable plastic bags -- the same ones that the company is going to stop using due to the effect on the environment. Can't the show start becoming a bit more environmentally conscious? How about giving the contestants reusable bags that they are responsible for during the shows taping?

posted on March 13, 2008 at 10:47 AM

Rich wrote:

Padma just a little note to tell u i thought u were fantastic in the episode of ENTERPRISE.I think u are great in both shows

posted on April 24, 2008 at 2:43 PM

Ralph Ferente wrote:

Padama.....You are my favorite dessert!

posted on May 15, 2008 at 12:08 PM

chuck wrote:

Padma I would love to have a color autograph pic of you. I read the article in Vanity Fair about you. You're so interesting.

posted on May 20, 2008 at 4:03 PM