2-th episode of 23-th season "Top Chef"

What "Top Chef" 2-th episode about

For this week's Quickfire Challenge, the chefs are tasked with creating a savory dish inspired by a sweet treat. Then the chefs head to PuckerButt Farms for a pepper tasting with Ed Currie, the inventor of the world's hottest pepper. For the Elimination Challenge, the chefs are split into two teams and must create a progressively hotter menu. "Top Chef" season 12 winner Mei Lin joins Kristen, Tom and Gail at the judges' table.

Episode number: 2

Episode name: "Puckerbutt Summary"

Episode release date: 17 march 2026 at 02:00

Status: aired