Kristen Kish may not have a decades-long legacy (yet), but since winning season 10 of “Top Chef” in 2013, her star has been rapidly on the rise. Kish, who was adopted from Korea at four months old and raised in Michigan, has returned for guest judge appearances on “Top Chef” and hosted other shows such as “36 Hours,” “Fast Foodies,” “Iron Chef: Quest for an Iron Legend,” and “Restaurants at the End of the World,” but her most icon-in-the-making turn to date has only just begun.
After it was confirmed that Padma Lakshmi would not be returning to “Top Chef” for its 21st season, immediate speculation began as to who would be able to take Lakshmi’s place as host — a job she held for 17 years. Kish whose, discernment, openness, and experience was the only person production considered for the job. In many ways, Kish may be the breath of fresh air the reality cooking competition needs.
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