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Top Chef Host Eyes Tokyo Finale
4 May
Summary
- Host Kristen Kish wants future seasons to feature finales in global cities.
- Kish expressed a desire for a finale to be held in Tokyo, Japan.
- She is open to filming in Australia and other international locations.
Top Chef host Kristen Kish is keen to expand the show's global reach, with aspirations for future seasons to culminate in international finales. Tokyo, Japan, is a prime location Kish has her sights set on, owing to its celebrated food culture. She also voiced enthusiasm for filming in Australia, a country significant to her personally.
Kish highlighted the show's adaptability, noting its ability to produce compelling content anywhere. She recalled the challenges of filming in unusual locations, such as a racetrack for the current season. The host also reflected on her initial reluctance to join the series over a decade ago, persuaded by the need for more female representation in culinary television.
Her journey to hosting involved a swift internal acceptance followed by personal preparation. Kish, who previously worked in restaurants like Sensing and Stir, never envisioned a television career. She now champions a more compassionate hosting style, contrasting with past confrontational approaches on food shows. Kish was recently nominated for an Emmy for Outstanding Host For A Reality or Reality Competition Program in both 2024 and 2025.
