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Pack Your Knives

Count The Dings
Top Chef
Restaurant Wars
Fantasy Sports
Cooking Competitions
Joe Flamm
Sausage Racing
Milwaukee
Wisconsin
Ballpark Food
NBA
Food Trends
Food Industry Trends
Chef Training
Last Chance Kitchen
Substack
Chef Selections
Culinary Arts
Frank Lloyd Wright
Farmers Market
FX Is the Veil

Kevin Arnovitz and Tom Haberstroh bring their die-hard fanaticism of the hit TV show Top Chef and combine it with their NBA analytical instincts to draft “fantasy” teams, interview contestants and talk about America’s food and restaurant trends. Follow along weekly as the top cooking competition meets top-shelf analysis. In Season 22, Chef Eric Adjepong replaces Kevin as host to provide insight fr... more

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With Top Chef Carolinas on tap, we have a big announcement to make. In this special offseason episode, we welcome Top Chef finalist Sara Bradley to the team and preview Season 23 by taking turns predicting challenges in Charlotte, NC and Greenville, ... more

Making his highly-anticipated debut on Pack Your Knives, Top Chef Season 22 winner Tristen Epps talks to Tom Haberstroh about his epic performance on Top Chef and why the Afro-Caribbean chef is jealous about the upcoming Top Chef Carolinas.

The glob... more

Tom Haberstroh is over the moon upon discovering that Top Chef Season 23 will be filmed in his own backyard!

On Wednesday, it was announced that “Top Chef Carolinas” will have Charlotte, NC as the hub city. Tom sheds light on Charlotte ties to Top C... more

After Tom and Eric watch the season finale at his restaurant in DC, they host the podcast recap in front of a live audience, a joyous crowd that included the winner’s brother and Season 22 contestant Corwin Hemming.

Tom and Eric discuss the significa... more

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Recent Guests

Tristen Epps
Reigning Champion of Top Chef Season 22
Episode: Top Chef Reigning Champion Tristen Epps
Buddha Lo
Two-time Top Chef champion and chef at HUSO in Tribeca
HUSO
Episode: S22 Ep 9: Cooking on the Edge with Buddha Lo
Sara Bradley
Chef and owner of Freight House
Freight House
Episode: S22 Ep 5: Line Cook for a Day with Mina Kimes & Sara Bradley
Carly Levitz
Data analyst and contributor to Pack Your Knives
Pack Your Knives
Episode: PYK Premium Preview: Carly Levitz Data Dive
Eric Adjepong
Chef and finalist from Season 16 of Top Chef
Crate and Barrel
Episode: The Bear Season 3 Ep 9: 'Apologies' + Chef Eric Adjepong
CJ Krawczyk
Food enthusiast and a friend of the show who previously appeared on the Top Chef Recap.
Episode: The Bear Season 3 Ep 6: 'Napkins'
Tom Colicchio
Chef, owner of Crafted Hospitality, and author of 'Why We Cook'
Crafted Hospitality
Episode: Tom Colicchio Interview - Free Preview
Danny Garcia
Top Chef Season 21 winner
Episode: S21 Ep 14: Cruising to a Win
Dan Jacobs
Top Chef Season 21 finalist known for his technical skills
Episode: S21 Ep 14: Cruising to a Win

Hosts

Tom Haberstroh
Co-host known for his analytical insights and strong fan engagement with Top Chef and culinary conversations. He has experience in sports journalism, which translates into a unique analysis of the cooking competition's dynamics.
Kevin Arnovitz
Co-host with a passion for competitive cooking and sports analytics, sharing his insights into the show with an engaging style. He has a background in sports reporting, adding depth to culinary discussions.
Eric Adjepong
Co-host and former Top Chef competitor who brings unique insights from his experience in the competition and highlights contemporary culinary trends.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 592 ratings
  • Insightful Podcast

    So glad I found this pod for Season 22 of Top Chef. Very insightful and I looked forward to the breakdown of each episode. So sorry Top Chef is over. Hope to hear you next season!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sackat
    United States3 months ago
  • Fave podcast of all time

    For fans of basketball and top chef, can there be a more perfect podcast? I’ve followed these guys from their basketball work and have never missed a PYK episode. I started this season missing Kevin’s voice but have been utterly charmed by Eric’s perspective as a chef. When they announced the finale watch party, I actually opened my calendar to see if I could make the cross country flight for a 15 hour trip.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Purexj
    United States4 months ago
  • Fan Favorite

    This show is such a fun recap and Eric explains techniques so well!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Swrunningmom
    United States4 months ago
  • Meh

    Meh

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Chula in Cali
    United States4 months ago
  • Tom is too much

    Tom has way too much to say for someone who never competed. I miss Kevin and his analysis. Eric is the great!

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    tm011383
    United States5 months ago

Listeners Say

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Audience members note the strong personalities of the hosts, with some calling for better balance in their discussions about the competition.
Many fans are impressed with the insights provided by former competitors, adding depth to the conversations about culinary arts.
Critiques have emerged about the podcast's pacing and focus on ads as it moves towards a subscription model, expressing concern over content accessibility.
Listeners appreciate the blend of analysis and fun storytelling, making it an engaging listen for both food enthusiasts and Top Chef fans.

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Season 23 Location Announcement!
Q: How many local chefs do you think end up as contestants?
They haven't heard of any confirmed local chefs yet, but they expect maybe one or two from Charlotte due to its culinary scene.
S22 Season Finale: Recap From Elmina
Q: Do you think he was, he has so much confidence going in?
Tristan's confidence stems from both his deep passion for food and thorough preparation throughout the season.
S21 Ep 5: Supper Club
Q: What was the best dish in your opinion this week?
I think Dan did an excellent job with his chicken liver mousse.
S21 Ep 5: Supper Club
Q: What did you think about Rosika's decision to do a fish dish?
I felt really bad for Michelle in that moment where Michelle doesn't have immunity.
S21 Ep 5: Supper Club
Q: What was your takeaway from the team challenge?
I wasn't a huge fan of the team challenge here, and this is why.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Pack Your Knives

What is Pack Your Knives about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Focusing on the culinary competition of Top Chef, this podcast combines analysis with a passionate discussion of food culture and competition. The hosts provide insights into contestant performances, reveal the emotional stakes of the challenges, and celebrate diverse culinary traditions, particularly those represented by recent contestants. They engage with guests from the culinary world, bringing perspectives that range from competitive cooking to food trends, enhancing the listener's experience with anecdotes and camaraderie. Notably, the addition of a former competitor as a co-host enriches discussions and offers unique insights into the challenges faced by chefs in high-pressure environments.

Listeners can expect a mix of fun, heartfe... more

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1. Tristen Epps
2. Buddha Lo
3. Sara Bradley
4. Carly Levitz
5. Eric Adjepong
6. CJ Krawczyk
7. Tom Colicchio
8. Danny Garcia

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