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They did Top Chef 12 years apart, here's what's changed

They did Top Chef 12 years apart, here's what's changed

An emblematic candidate, Pierre Augé took part in Top Chef for the first time in 2010. At the same time, Thibaut Spiwack was still an apprentice at Lucas Carton in Paris. It would be twelve years before he would actually experience Top Chef. In the meantime, the cult program has become a benchmark in the profession. Conversation between the boss* and his committed younger brother.

Bérangère Chanel

Thibaut, did you follow Pierre's progress when he was involved in the program?

Thibaut Spiwack: Yes, because I watched every season of Top Chef until I took part in 2022. I was fascinated by all the cooking shows, especially Oui chef! from 2005 onwards. That was the year I enrolled in cookery school.

Pierre, when you look back, what did the show bring you ?

Pierre Aug é: My first participation gave me credibility and validated the culinary path I was taking. I felt ready to open my own establishment. When I took part, I was fighting against myself...

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