Top Chef Masters Season 2 - Ep #2 It's My Party

The chefs create grilled cheese sandwiches for Kelly and cater a birthday party for celeb Mekhi Phifer!

Catering to the desires of celebrity diners is essential to a Top Chef’s career, and this week five Masters are put to the test. Carmen Gonzalez (Chef Consultant), David Burke (David Burke Townhouse), Marcus Samuelsson (The Red Rooster), Monica Pope (T’afia) and Thierry Rautureau (Rovers) face off at the posh Thompson hotel in Beverly Hills. The renowned chefs are charged with crafting an unforgettable meal for a birthday party thrown by award-winning actor Mekhi Phifer and his closest friends.










Bring on the FOOD !!
QUICKFIRE

Carmen
Italian Baguette with Manchego, Garlic, Cilantro & Lime

David
Triple Cream Cheese with Proscuitto, Almonds, Tomato & Rosemary

Marcus
Grilled Gruyere & Cheddar with Gazpacho & Salad

Thierry
Grilled Taleggio & Goat Cheese With Olives, Harissa & a Pear, Pine Nut & Baby Arugula Salad

Monica - Quickfire Winner
Feta Cheese on Raisin Walnut Bread with Basil, Cilantro & Mint Salad
ELIMINATION

Thierry
Moroccon Spiced Pork Shoulder, Farro, Roasted Cauliflower & Brussel Sprout Slaw

Marcus
BBQ Chicken with Mac & Cheese & Collard Greens

David
Sweet Potato Custard with Green Beans, Corn & Crab BBQ, Pickled Watermelon & Hush Puppies

Carmen - Elimination Winner
Oyster & Hot Sausage Stew with Cilantro
WINNERS Week 2 -
Monica Pope - Quickfire Winner

5,000 for
Recipe For Success


Carmen Gonzales - Elimination Winner

10,000 for
ASPCA

MOVING ON - CARMEN & MARCUS



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