Top Chef S23E01

Top Chef - S23E01: Carolina Roots

Mar 09, 2026IMDb : 7RealitySeason 23, Episode 1

Top Chef travels to the Carolinas with 15 chefs. At Charlotte Motor Speedway, they meet hosts and NASCAR legends Jimmie Johnson and Kyle Busch for a timed cooking challenge. Then they create sweet potato dishes honoring their roots.

Cast: Tom Colicchio, Gail Simmons, Kristen Kish

Top Chef S23E01 Synopsis

Stream Top Chef "Carolina Roots" in HD quality on Goojara. Rated 7.0/10, this episode delivers quality storytelling. Originally aired on 2026-03-09, this episode is part of Season 23 of Top Chef. Featuring performances from Tom Colicchio, Gail Simmons, Kristen Kish among the cast. With a runtime of 54m, the episode keeps you engaged throughout. As part of this Reality series, the episode continues to build on the show's compelling narrative. Top Chef travels to the Carolinas with 15 chefs. At Charlotte Motor Speedway, they meet hosts and NASCAR legends Jimmie Johnson and Kyle Busch for a timed cooking challenge. Then they create sweet potato dishes honoring their roots.