Did the Season 23 premiere of Top Chef feature one of the shortest Quickfires ever? Rich Herrera is joined by Corwin Hemming to break down the NASCAR-inspired speed challenge that gave chefs barely enough time to think, let alone cook. From team dynamics and risky dish choices to raw fish disasters and winning strategy, this recap covers everything that mattered in Episode 1. You’ll also hear Corwin explain how chefs test dishes under pressure, why nerves destroy fundamentals, and which conte...