In the end, Stephanie did win. (Braised pistachios? Who knew?) And I simply will not accept comments about her only winning because shes' a woman because that's just not fair. She has been outstanding all season and deserved it. Read our Q+A with Stephanie HERE.

Another season is over, and so with it goes my personal winning streak -- I predicted that Richard would win. Oh well. It's not so bad being wrong.

This may be the finale, but this certainly isn't my last blog -- not only do we have a reunion next week, but I will continue to write about my amateur foodie experiences and continue to answer your questions and try to get what you want on our site.

Until next week,

"Superfan"