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Wendo
Member
08-07-2000
| Thursday, April 06, 2006 - 10:31 pm
I love this show too. It's so fun to watch. The excellent casting makes this show a winner also. I loved seeing Andrea kick Stephen's hiney in the food tasting Quick Challenge (even if it was only by one.) He acts so snooty towards the others that how can you not enjoy watching him get his. Loved seeing all the contestants kick back and relax at the house with the junk food contest. I was cracking up myself. I did agree with the judges about the top two teams and thought Tiffani and Dave deserved the win based on how many people were at their booth. Plus, it seems from the judges that they created quite a tasty dish. (It was one I really wanted to try too; it looked so yummy.) Texannie, had no clue that was Billy Joel's wife. Lurkin, I don't disagree that Tiffani can sometimes act a bit hoighty, however I think Stephan's behavior is far worse. He talks about his fellow teammates with such condescension. It's awful. Part of me wonders if this show will help or hurt his career? I wouldn't want to work with him.
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Lilfair
Member
07-09-2003
| Friday, April 07, 2006 - 9:11 am
I was on the fence about Howard. It appeared he could cook but I thought his personality was a bit bland. But after his sincere sadness that Lisa was sent home and his kind words about her made me jump off the fence and root a little bit for him now. Stephen is still a blast for me to watch. His ouster will surely be a “reality” highlight for me. I’m pretty sure when his time comes the judges will knock him down a peg or two. I thought the judges brought the right people in and maybe even let the right person go. I thought Lisa showed a lot of class and hopefully she’ll gain something from being on the show. I love seared tuna but you know what…I like to eat it sitting down...poor choice for street food. I’d like to see Dave, Miguel, Lee Anne and Howard as the final four. I had no idea that was Billy Joel’s wife…nice gig...#@@##!@!
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Zummat
Member
01-31-2006
| Wednesday, April 12, 2006 - 8:55 pm
I love this show. Lee Anne is my favorite. Stephen redeemed himself tonight but I still don't like him. Dave and Miguel are just too emotional for me.
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Meggieprice
Member
07-09-2001
| Wednesday, April 12, 2006 - 10:29 pm
Who left??? I will be surprised to feel anything positive about Stephen, I do not like that man.
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Sadiesmom
Member
03-13-2002
| Wednesday, April 12, 2006 - 11:11 pm
Well, well, weren't the judges just so manipulative to say that two people said something negative about Miguel. Lee Ann was evasive and Stephen just suggested others leave first, like Andrea. I am wondering if Andrea still feels bad about the last week because she wa very passive this show.
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Cdbga
Member
10-04-2004
| Thursday, April 13, 2006 - 5:45 am
I didn't really think the judges should have shared the other contestant's opinions to Miguel. In this type of competition, it serves no purpose other than to create tension between the chefs. And, as Sadie said, 2 people didn't say Miguel should leave. Lee Ann did say he'd had trouble in the kitchen, but she also talked about how well he'd recovered...and Stephen was very much saying Miguel wasn't the one who should go. Tiffani was the only one who said Miguel should go, even though she denied that (of course, that is just from what we saw. It is possible that Lee Ann or Stephen said that and it wasn't shown, but I don't know why they wouldn't show it, if they were going to include Tom saying that 2 people had said it). I wasn't sad to see Andrea go. I liked her, but since she'd been eliminated already, it didn't seem fair to me to have her back in the competition. I think I'd have been happier if they'd just not eliminated anyone the week Cynthia left, rather than bringing someone back into the competition. I still love Harold (Lilfair, I had to laugh when I saw your post, because I always call Harold "Howard", too!) and Dave, but I really wish Dave would get those emotions under control! I also like LeeAnn a lot. Still not liking Tiffani, Miguel or Stephen, although Stephen has a lot of really funny moments!
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Ocean_islands
Member
09-07-2000
| Thursday, April 13, 2006 - 12:21 pm
I think this show is klunky with a lot of strange people, including the judges. You've got some strange people acting snobbish, too, which is a very peculiar combination and not one I'm likely to enjoy watching much.
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Teachmichigan
Member
07-22-2001
| Thursday, April 13, 2006 - 1:18 pm
You'll need to ignore this thread then, Ocean -- most of us LOVE it! I was royally bummed to see Stephen win the quick fire and gain immunity, but his teamwork in the long challenge was admirable. Wish he'd learn how to get rid of that bug-eyed look, though! LOL Tiffani has not impressed me ever, but more because of her attitude, not her food. If she's going to say that a person should be eliminated, she better have the spine to admit to it later! I truly don't care who wins; at this point, I'm having too much fun watching the judges throw kinks into their "perfectly laid plans."
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Landi
Member
07-29-2002
| Thursday, April 13, 2006 - 1:28 pm
i can't stand the Stephen head tilt with the blank look that says "how dare you not think i'm the greatest thing since slice bread"
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Teachmichigan
Member
07-22-2001
| Thursday, April 13, 2006 - 8:39 pm
That's the look I was talking about, too, Landi -- when he tilts his head it makes his eyes appear to "extend" from his face at least an inch! LOL His ties, however, are my "chuckle" each week -- such BIG knots he ties! 
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Texannie
Member
07-16-2001
| Friday, April 14, 2006 - 1:19 am
That look makes me insane!!! why is he the only one who rarely wears his chef's coat?
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Hukdonreality
Member
09-29-2003
| Sunday, April 16, 2006 - 5:27 pm
I think that Stephen sort of looks like Liberace (post face lift). Love it when he loses, and can't stand his wine obsession!
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Lexie_girl
Member
07-30-2004
| Monday, April 17, 2006 - 9:27 am
Maybe he's obsessed with wine because he's a Sommelier???? 
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Crzndeb
Member
07-26-2004
| Monday, April 17, 2006 - 9:35 am
And if I hear Miguel call Tom C., CHEF, one more time, I will scream. I had to mute TV when he was talking...He must have said it 25 times last show.
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Sadiesmom
Member
03-13-2002
| Tuesday, April 18, 2006 - 8:50 am
I think the thing that interests me here is the passion these people have for food. Andrea and her desire to make the world see taht healthy food is the best. Stephen and "it's all abut the presentation". I find each person interesting in their own special way. I do have to admit that Miguel reminds me of a quick order chef and I do not understand how Dave ever survived in a kitchen, he is such a time challenged man.
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Cdbga
Member
10-04-2004
| Tuesday, April 18, 2006 - 11:41 am
Texannie, about Stephen rarely wearing the chef's jacket - my guess is that as a Sommelier, he probably wears a suit rather than a chef's coat. The others are chef's, so they are probably more accustomed to wearing the coat. He wears it in the competitions, but the rest of the time, I think he just feels more comfortable in the suits. Of course, it could also just be a vanity thing... I'm liking Stephen more and more...just as a character. Honestly, anyone who says things like "If you can't stand the heat in the kitchen, it is probably best to remove yourself." (or, at least it was VERY close to that) or says he always finishes in the top 3 "percentile", how do you NOT love that? He's just such a goofball! Not that I'm wanting to see him win, but he's amusing to have around.
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Ocean_islands
Member
09-07-2000
| Tuesday, April 18, 2006 - 11:54 am
Stephen is absolutely the worst kind of sommelier -- someone who thinks he is better than other people.
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Lexie_girl
Member
07-30-2004
| Tuesday, April 18, 2006 - 1:37 pm
Well yeah he thinks he's better than us ... probably because he is better than most of us when it comes to wine. As someone who loves good wine, I am in awe of Master Sommeliers. To be perfectly honest, while I don't necessarily have a favorite to win, I'm starting to like Stephen more and more. He didn't feed on the carcass last week like the other two did when the judges asked who they thought should go home. I thought he took the high road and was honest in his answer, whereas the other two knew Miguel was already "bleeding," so to speak. Just my 
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Christiii
Member
07-07-2005
| Tuesday, April 18, 2006 - 3:06 pm
Steven is only 24..how much can he know about wine in his young years?? I dont know anything about wine, but I do know that its uncommon to be a master of anything at 24!!
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Landi
Member
07-29-2002
| Tuesday, April 18, 2006 - 3:24 pm
stephen is not a MASTER sommelier, he is only a sommelier (a wine steward in a restaurant). as being in the business, i can tell you there are major tests and experience that go behind being a Master Sommelier. Stephen did got to CIA in hyde park and then to Cornell. good education (my boss' son goes to cornell) The Court of Master Sommeliers was founded in London in 1977. They conduct education and testing for restaurant wine professionals. There are levels of certification within the organization: introductory (formerly called certificate), advanced and MS Diploma (Master). The exams are held annually in the United Kingdom and North America. you need to apply to be accepted to TAKE the introductory test. the final test is by invitation only. AS OF 2005, only 142 people have achieved MASTER SOMMELIER. their name would be followed by "MS" distinguishing them as such.
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Lexie_girl
Member
07-30-2004
| Tuesday, April 18, 2006 - 3:50 pm
I know he's not a Master Sommelier, I said I was in awe of people who were Master Sommeliers. However, I wish I knew half as much as Stephen does about wine. But like I said, he's starting to grow on me - especially when he went with his own feelings about who should go last week and not join the other two who seized an easy opportunity to go after Miguel.
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Kiersten_love
Member
08-03-2001
| Tuesday, April 18, 2006 - 4:41 pm
Actually Lexie, I believe only Tiffani seized and easy opportunity to go after Miguel, Lee Ann didn't put him down nor put his carcass on the line, LOL.
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Wendo
Member
08-07-2000
| Tuesday, April 18, 2006 - 5:27 pm
Stephen amazes me in that I can't believe a 24 year old acts as arrogant and condescending as he does. Usually that takes years.
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Texannie
Member
07-16-2001
| Wednesday, April 19, 2006 - 1:28 am
I agree Wendo! My dh and I had a favorite restaurant that we went to for years. They had a wonderful wine list and a great Sommelier (not sure if he was a master or not..Landi, am I right that only masters can wear the cup?) Anyway. What made him so great was that he would offer his opinion on various wines with our meal but never made us feel like idiots for ordering what we did. I don't think Stephen would be able to do that.
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Teachmichigan
Member
07-22-2001
| Wednesday, April 19, 2006 - 8:44 pm
I was a bit bummed but not surprised by the eviction tonight. I reallllllly wanted it to be Stephen, but never actually thought they'd ditch him. I was happy Dave won the reward -- and I cracked up when Harold set Tiffany up and then popped her balloon! LOL I don't think I'd want to work w/someone as emotional as Dave, but I do think he has a soft heart. He did a GREAT job tonight! The one question I have -- what did Miguel and Stephen think of LeeAnn??? They show her spouting off about her teammates, but I'd like to get "the other side" of the story.
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