Season pulse
Episodes
16 episodes
Sin City Vice
17 fresh chefs infiltrate sin city to take on culinary challenges in the season six premier.
Bachelor/Ette Party
The male chefs and the female chefs compete in a battle of the sexes in catering a poolside bachelor and bachelorette party.
Thunderbirds
The chefs will be creating meals for the US Air Force Thunderbirds, the most renowned aircraft demonstration squadron.
Vivre Las Vegas
The contestants pair up to create the perfect French dish for acclaimed chefs Joël Robuchon, Daniel Boulud, Hubert Keller, Laurent Tourondel and Jean Joho.
Camping
The contestants cook with cactus, sleep under the stars, and prepare a menu for Las Vegas cowboys; chef Tim Love serves as a guest judge.
Penn & Teller
The contestants deconstruct a classic dish for magicians Penn & Teller. Chef Michelle Bernstein serves as a guest judge.
Dinner Party
A slot machine determines the guidelines for the quick-fire challenge; the contestants prepare a special dinner for members of the Macy's Culinary Council.
Pigs and Pinot
The chefs head to guest judge Charlie Palmer's Aureole restaurant to host a ``Pig and Pinot'' event.
Restaurant Wars
Chef Rick Moonen's restaurant is taken over by the contestants and then he serves as their guest judge.
Meat Natalie
The chefs head to Las Vegas to visit "Craft Steak" and cook for actress Natalie Portman and friends.
All Stars Dinner
Past chefs recount their favorite moments from the series.
Strip Around the World
The chefs must make the perfect breakfast in bed dish. Nigella Lawson serves as guest judge.
Culinary Olympics
A challenge based on the Bocuse d'Or. Guest judges include Jerome Bocuse and Thomas Keller.
Finale (1)
The final four chefs compete in Napa Valley to determine who will be the final three.
Finale (2)
The final three chefs attempt to earn the title of 'Top Chef.'
Watch What Happens Reunion
Chefs and judges reminisce about the season and answer viewer questions.