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Top Chef S9E2 — The Heat Is On

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Top Chef•Season 9•Episode 2

The Heat Is On

7.3/10 · 32 votesNov 9, 201142 min

Ranked #6 of 18 in Season 9•+0.1 vs season avg

Night two of heats for the coveted contestant spots starts with 10 competitors, 10 ingredients, and only five chef coats left. Once again, those who excel in the challenge get a coat immediately, and those who bomb are sent home. The remaining hopefuls on the

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Episode Summary

"The Heat Is On" is episode 2 of Top Chef season 9. It scored 7.3/10 from 32 votes, ranking #6 of 18 episodes this season (season average 7.2). It aired on November 9, 2011.

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