# 126. Top Chef Season 23 Episode 12 Recap: "Appalachian Celebration" with guest Chef Corwin Hemming

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Published: 2026-05-28T06:00:00+00:00
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The internet can’t stop talking about it! Top Chef Season 23 delivered one of the most explosive eliminations in recent history. In this fiery recap, host Rich Herrera and Season 22 alum Chef Corwin Hemming break down Sieger’s shocking judges’ table crash out over his melting chicken liver pate. From his arrogant defense and throwing Jonathan under the bus to the unprofessional exit that left everyone cringing, Corwin and Rich pull no punches. Was this the moment we saw Sieger's true colors? ...

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