Top Chef

[LurkerNan]

He had his first wine experience at seven. That explains so much...

I tried to read his site, but was chased away by the cheesy metrosexual jazz that blared once I pulled it up. Pretentious, party of one.

[bklynred]

First, his reaction when he realized that his sandwich could be described as a "brunch" sandwich.

I fell over snickering for that one. He seemed stunned that anyone--even Chef Colicchio--would dare correct him, but also mesmerized at such a basic concept.

Even though I've begun to hate the term 'under the radar'--usually b/c it refers in reality tv-speak to lazy, passive-aggressive people, and usually on Survivor--I feel like that's Harold's approach and it's serving him well. I can appreciate his attitude: he's not putting anyone down, but he doesn't need trips--he needs to win. His looks are growing on me too. I've been sold on Chef Tom C. for weeks. But I'm spoiled. My bf is a chef. Nummy.

[maxell1313]

Every time one of the judges has a criticism of Stephen, when the camera cuts to him, he always has this look on his face like, "I could slip a little cyanide in your dinner and that would be the end of you, wouldn't it? Not only am I an expert on wine, but I have an extensive knowledge of poisons and other lethal foodstuffs." He gives me a serious case of the creeps. Aside from his being a pretentious, condescending twit, he has NO concept of customer satisfaction. Leaving people waiting at the door while you stand at another table and go into the history of the specific grape used in a wine made 10 or 20 years ago does not make you a "people person", Stephen.

I'm with everyone else rooting for a LeeAnn or Harold win.

[firstaid]

Also, um, I think Harold is hot. Like really, really hot. I don't know why, but that bearhug with Miguel was so sexy, especially the hand on the head.

OMG!! So true!! I literally gasped a little when I saw that and said "Oh my!!!". That whole exchange was the hottest thing ever.

Harold has officially become first (and only) reality tv star crush.
Is that a sign of my patheticness?

I picture us running in a field of daisies toward each other and when we meet, he gives me a huge Harold hug.

Is that so wrong?
Well if it is I don't want to be right.
Bwah ha! ha! ha!

OT: I actually know a guy friend who kind of looks like Harold.
Hmmmm, maybe I should give him a call.

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maxell1313 said:

Every time one of the judges has a criticism of Stephen, when the camera cuts to him, he always has this look on his face like, "I could slip a little cyanide in your dinner and that would be the end of you, wouldn't it? Not only am I an expert on wine, but I have an extensive knowledge of poisons and other lethal foodstuffs." He gives me a serious case of the creeps.

Hehe I see what you mean. He looks like he should be Klink in Stalag 13 or a nazi officer in a remake of Where Eagles Dare or something.

[LurkerNan]

It's because he always has his shirt buttoned to the very top, complete with too-tight tie... He wears his suit like a Nazi uniform.

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He reall does. rofl

With a glass of wine , of course and "sommelier" written on his breast.

Can you imgaine this guy as a kid, and his interaction with other kids? I'd love to hear from people who went to school with him.hehe

[FiggyPudding]

.... Aside from his being a pretentious, condescending twit, he has NO concept of customer satisfaction. Leaving people waiting at the door while you stand at another table and go into the history of the specific grape used in a wine made 10 or 20 years ago does not make you a "people person", Stephen.

What makes this extra funny (when coupled with his comment on comfort food) is that the extra video footage online shows Stephen berating Candice for not listening to people and how being a chef is to work in a hospitality industry.

Strangely enough, I don't want to punch him anymore. I think Stephen is not as obnoxious as the editing makes him out to be. Still obnoxious, yes, but not as one-dimensional as he comes across on the show.

Add me to the people who want a head-holding bear hug from Harold. In the promo for the next show, he's wearing glasses and looks dorky and cute. *dreamy sigh*

[kafka]

This is going to be SUCH a good episode! The first 5 minutes have totally cracked me up already. From Tiffani saying how she'd never badmouth someone or stab them in the back (uh-huh.... suuuuuure, Tiffani), to Harold going "Wedding cake? Oh Shiiiiiiiiiit!!!!" Then there was the looks on some faces when another chef was giving their presentation, and their complete shock when they heard the wedding was the next day.

I love this show.

ETA: Scott & Scott..... my god, how cute and sweet. "Other days, you make me want to pull out what's left of my hair." I giggled *and* sniffled at the same time. I just wanted to hug them both.

[indygirl]

I really admired how Lee Ann praised Dave so graciously. And How she accepted responsibility for the overall lackluster meal. Of course, I don't think when she was planning her meal she realized just how little time would be alloted to the preparation of the dinner. They were really set up to fail on this one.

Tiffani learned nothing from the monk fish challenge. Since when should wedding guests be prepared to accept meals that are of a lesser quality than those found in a restaurant?

I almost clapped when Harold jumped to Lee Ann's defense at the judges' table. And again at the end when he said he wasn't going to let her go out like that! Harold luuurves Lee Ann! And I lurve Harold--grumpy, exasperated Harold (especially when he wears those glasses)! Rowrrr!


And finally...

Stephen:Top Chef::Jade:America's Next Top Model

He's not Santino because Santino knew he was full of shit. Stephen believes in his own foolishness!