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The finalists compete for the title of "Top Chef," live from Chicago.

Top Chef

The chefs prepare elk for cowboys and cowgirls in Aspen, Colo.

The remaining contestants must cook for some of the industry's leading chefs; guest judge André Soltner.

The chefs join the mile-high meal club; guest judge Jimmy Canora.

Michael Schwartz serves as guest judge for challenges involving a cruise ship buffet and creativity in a grocery store.

The chefs are in a culinary relay race with a surprise twist; guest judge Geoffrey Zakarian.

The chefs battle to create the most "adventuresome" burger; guest judge Daniel Boulud.

The chefs prepare the perfect hangover snack; guest judge Govind Armstrong.

The chefs work with frozen foods; guest judge Rocco DiSpirito.

The chefs serve their dishes to the cast and crew of Telemundo's "Dame Chocolate."

Contestants are challenged to create an appetizer to pair with a popular mixed drink.

The remaining contestants prepare dishes using exotic shellfish.

Several aspiring chefs compete for the coveted title of "Top Chef" while they creatively whip up a storm to escape elimination.