Top Chef Host Kristen Kish. Kristen kish is the new host and judge of top chef season 21 following padma lakshmi's departure. After receiving her formal training as a chef, it was time for kish to officially enter the restaurant industry.
Top chef has a new host for the first time since its second season when padma lakshmi replaced katie lee joel. Hi everyone, my name is kirk bachmann, and welcome back to the ultimate dish.