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Working it on a deconstructed pot roast, Ashley managed to land in the top tier of “Top Chef: Las Vegas” for the second week in a row.
Tuesday, Sept. 29, 2009 | 10:44 p.m.
On last week’s episode of "Top Chef" the word was “deconstruction” – the breaking down of a dish into its components for a completely new plate that tastes surprisingly familiar. It proved an opportunity to shine for chefs like Michael Voltaggio, Jennifer, Ashley and episode winner Kevin. But for other competitors, the challenge caused a deconstruction of a different kind. Ron, in particular, struggled to break down a classic paella, and the likeable chef was told to pack his knives and go.
Every week as the chef’testants slice, sauté and strategize, another kind of deconstruction is going on. Wynn Las Vegas’ Director of Director of Race & Sports Operations Johnny Avello deconstructs the performances of the chefs and formulates odds based on what he sees and how he thinks each will perform in the future. If you’re at the bottom of Avello’s list, it’s time to step up or pack up.
| Chef'testant | Opening Odds | Last Week | This Week |
|---|---|---|---|
| Michael Voltaggio | 11/1 | 2/1 | 2/1 |
| Jennifer Carroll | 20/1 | 7/2 | 7/2 |
| Kevin Gillespie | 8/1 | 9/2 | 4/1 |
| Bryan Voltaggio | 15/1 | 5/1 | 8/1 |
| Ashley Merriman | 30/1 | 25/1 | 12/1 |
| Michael Isabella | 25/1 | 12/1 | 15/1 |
| Laurine Wickett | 14/1 | 20/1 | 25/1 |
| Eli Kirshtein | 22/1 | 30/1 | 30/1 |
| Ash Fulk | 35/1 | 40/1 | 40/1 |
| Robin Leventhal | 28/1 | 60/1 | 50/1 |
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