What is top chef season 9?

Top Chef season 9, also known as Top Chef: Texas, premiered on November 2, 2011, and concluded on February 29, 2012. The season was set in various locations in Texas, including Austin, Dallas, and San Antonio.

The season featured 29 chefs competing for the title of Top Chef, with challenges ranging from cooking for legendary Texas BBQ pitmasters to catering a quinceañera. The season also introduced a new "Last Chance Kitchen" twist, where eliminated chefs had the opportunity to compete for a chance to re-enter the competition.

The winner of Top Chef season 9 was Paul Qui, a chef from Austin, Texas. He impressed the judges with his innovative and creative dishes throughout the season, ultimately earning him the title of Top Chef. Paul's victory was significant as he was the first Asian-American to win the competition.

Top Chef season 9 received positive reviews from critics and fans, who praised the diverse range of challenges, the talented chefs, and the overall excitement of the season. The success of Top Chef: Texas helped solidify the show's status as one of the most popular and acclaimed cooking competition series on television.