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Enter To Win A Culinary Voyage On The 'Top Chef' Cruise!

Have you ever wondered what the dishes on Bravo's "Top Chef" actually taste like? Here's your chance to give them a try. Gadling is giving away a chance go out to sea with some of the show's favorite judges and contestants on a five-day, four-night cruise through Key West, Florida and Cozumel, Mexico, aboard the Celebrity Constellation from April 11-15.
Cruises will be able to come face to face with "Top Chef" judges Tom Colicchio and Gail Simmons, plus Hubert Keller and Tim Love from "Top Chef Masters." A panel of a dozen celebrity chef'testants will compete in quickfire cooking demonstrations and challenges, including:
- Richard Blais, finalist on "Top Chef: Chicago" (season four) and winner of "Top Chef All Stars" (season eight)
- Jennifer Carroll, competitor on "Top Chef: Las Vegas" (season six) and "Top Chef All Stars" (season eight)
- Tiffany Derry, fan favorite on "Top Chef: DC" (season seven) and "Top Chef All Stars" (season eight)
- Chris Hanmer, winner of "Top Chef: Just Desserts" (season two)
- Mike Isabella, competitor on "Top Chef: Las Vegas" (season six) and finalist on "Top Chef All Stars" (season eight)
- Spike Mendelsohn, finalist on "Top Chef: Chicago" (season four) and competitor on "Top Chef All Stars" (season eight)
- Yigit Pura, winner of "Top Chef: Just Desserts" (season one)
- Paul Qui, winner of "Top Chef: Texas" (season nine)
- Hosea Rosenberg, winner of "Top Chef: New York" (season five)
- Angelo Sosa, finalist on "Top Chef: DC" (season seven) and competitor on "Top Chef All Stars" (season eight)
- Casey Thompson, competitor on "Top Chef: Miami" (season three)
- Fabio Viviani, competitor on "Top Chef: New York" (season five) and "Top Chef All Stars" (season eight)
While aboard the ship, guests will be able to sample food from Top Chefs, take part in a Q&A with the hosts and contestants, watch cooking demonstrations and challenges, and more Top Chef-related activities. There will also be a one-hour cocktail party and all of the world-class entertainment that comes standard on Celebrity ships.
The Top Chef: The Cruise prize includes an ocean view stateroom for two people. All meals, snacks, coffee, tea and juices are included, plus complimentary 24-hour room service. Ship amenities also include two pools, a whirlpool, fitness center, casino, library and duty-free shopping. Retail value of the cruise is $2,796, which includes port taxes, fees and gratuities. Prize does not include transportation to/from Miami.
To enter, simply leave a comment below telling us your favorite "Top Chef" contestant. We'll randomly select one winner from the entries and award him or her the prize. The contest runs through 5 p.m. ET on Friday, November 2, and is open to U.S. residents 18 and over. See the full contest rules here.
Fans of the show will also want to tune in to "Top Chef: Seattle," the tenth season of the show that premieres Wednesday, November 7 at 10/9c.
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Reader Comments (Page 2 of 10)
Paul Oct 29th 2012 2:05PM
Edward Lee ftw! Seems like a genuine, cool cat.
Rita Alarcon Oct 29th 2012 3:02PM
Chris Hanmer - Such Talent!
Jay Oct 29th 2012 2:28PM
My favorite is Fabio Viviani- he always speaks his mind.
Thomas Oct 29th 2012 2:32PM
My favorite - Jen Carroll.
A) she was a fantastic, talented chef, but jsut let the competition get the better of her
B) I loved that the more stressed out she got, the crazier her hair would get
C) she seemed like she would be cool to hang out with and having her cook for you at a chef's table
Carmen Oct 29th 2012 2:36PM
We heart Jen Carroll! She rocks.
Renita Mendonca Oct 29th 2012 2:42PM
My favorite was Tiffany Gerry.
Allison Oct 29th 2012 2:43PM
Fabio Viviani! Hands down.
Krystal Oct 29th 2012 2:48PM
Fabio Viviani!!
Ronnie Oct 29th 2012 2:56PM
Richard Blais!
Mindy S Oct 29th 2012 3:07PM
My favorite is Carla Hall. I like her spunk and amazing talent. :)
Cyndi Oct 29th 2012 3:16PM
Carla Hall - Loved her positive spirit on the show!
Lexi Oct 29th 2012 3:17PM
The Voltaggio brothers!!
L Oct 29th 2012 3:36PM
I like Mike Isabella
Joanna Yeisley Oct 30th 2012 9:08AM
Carla Hall for sure. Hootie-Who!!!
Wanda Rodriguez Oct 29th 2012 3:53PM
Love Carla Hall!!
Justin Harris Oct 29th 2012 3:54PM
Jennifer Carroll, for sure the favorite.
Cindy L. Oct 29th 2012 3:57PM
Angelo Sosa is my absolute fav!! Plus he's soooo hot!!
Danielle Selvin Oct 30th 2012 9:32PM
Jennifer Carroll
Anett Oct 29th 2012 4:22PM
Tre Wilcox
Melissa E Oct 29th 2012 4:44PM
Hugh Acheson!!!!!