Top Chef S17E12 - Lucca
Top Chef (2006)
S17E12 Lucca
Episode Overview
In a groundbreaking episode of Top Chef, the final five contestants journey to Italy, one of the world's premier culinary hotspots. Their first challenge involves crafting an apertivo for 30 locals in Lucca, perfectly complemented by Peroni beer. The chefs then embark on a once-in-a-lifetime adventure, foraging for the rare white truffle, which they will incorporate into their dishes for an upcoming Tuscan food festival. With high stakes, they must impress not only Tom, Padma, and Gail but also renowned Italian Chef Cristiano Tomei, truffle expert Cristiano Savini, and a crowd of local diners.