TD: I would have used another refrigerator that I know wouldn't freeze my food. My mussels, herbs and tomatoes froze. It was a great dish that I felt all the flavors were great. I am happy with the dish just not excited about my time left to plate my dish. It looked messy but I was out of time.
ATC: You and Ed seemed pretty close - did you borrow his clothes, too? :) Who were your other friends in the competition?
TD: HaHa no I did no wear his clothes. He was my closest friend on the show but I really hung with a few others toward the middle to end of of show. Kevin, Kenny, Kelly and I bonded a lot but I really enjoyed all of them - Arnold, Tamesha - but they were off earlier.
ATC: What was your favorite challenge this season and why?
TD: I loved the Embassador Challenge I have a true love for Mexican food
ATC: Did you watch past seasons of Top Chef? What was your favorite and who was your favorite competitor?
TD: I watched a few episodes of a few seasons but not like I do now. I absolutely loved Carla and I thought Jen and Kevin from season 6 were awesome cooks.
ATC: You are still young, amazingly talented, and obviously have a great career ahead of you. What made you want to be on Top Chef?
I never really thought about going they actually called me out of the blue and I was hesistant but I thought about it and why not? I have nothing to lose in my opinion, just gaining.
ATC: Who was your favorite judge and why?
TD: I love Anthony Bourdain - he made me a little shy. I love his honesty no matter what.
ATC: Congratulations on your recent marriage. Did you use the trip to Paris as part of your honeymoon?
TD: I plan on going to Paris early next year and my wedding was phenomenal in Costa Rica. Tamesha and Arnold came as well.
ATC: What are your plans for the next five to ten years?
TD: I really want a couple of cooking shows. I love cooking, demonstrating, and interacting with people. It is my true passion and I want to share with others and help them find their inner chef.(lol)
