LosAngelic

Do people often confuse you with Lauren Ambrose?

Hey Padma! I love Top Chef and watched every season up until Texas (which I feel fumbled with the extended "casting" episodes). I was lucky enough to dine at Ink and it was amazing.

Can you tell us about a judging panel in which you vehemently argued against the other judges and came out on top? Or perhaps a favored chef of yours was sent home?

Edit: Also, what's your personal take on the Elia vs. Tom Colicchio debacle?