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Chef's Injury Didn't Stop Michelin Dreams on Food Network
9 Jun
Summary
- Chef Joe Isidori competed on Food Network's '24 in 24' finale.
- A pulled leg muscle hindered Isidori during the competition's final round.
- Lee Anne Wong ultimately won the $100,000 prize on the show.
Joe Isidori's intense run on Food Network's '24 in 24: Last Chef Standing' reached its conclusion on the May 31 finale. The chef, known for Arthur & Sons, navigated 24 challenges over 24 hours to reach the final stage of the demanding competition.
Isidori's approach was strategic, positioning himself as a relatable underdog rather than a flashy front-runner. He advanced through challenges, including a precision steak cook-off against Avishar Barua, to secure a spot in the final round. This marked his first cooking competition despite prior television experience.
The finale presented an obstacle course followed by a challenge to elevate a weeknight meal into a Michelin-worthy dish. However, Isidori's momentum faltered in the initial speed round, where he was visibly impaired by a pulled leg muscle. This physical limitation affected his pace and ability to perform optimally.
Despite the injury, Isidori prepared a coconut chicken dumpling, a dish he felt was strong. However, the judges cited a dry filling as the reason for his elimination. He was among the first two chefs eliminated in the finale, with Lee Anne Wong ultimately claiming the $100,000 prize. The series is available for streaming on HBO Max.
