"Let him go this week" — Top Chef fans react to Massimo's winning performance in Episode 6

Massimo Piedimonte from Top Chef Season 22 | Image via BravoTV
Massimo Piedimonte from Top Chef Season 22 (Image via BravoTV)

Top Chef Season 22 Episode 6, titled Pickle me this, was a wild ride that had unexpected redemption, culinary inventiveness, and pandemonium in equal measure. The task of transforming food scraps into palatable plates started out as a formidable one, but it took an unexpected turn that left fans giddy. Unexpectedly, Massimo, who has had a hard time standing out this season, not only regained his groove, but also won. Yes, there was a lot of feedback from spectators.

Each competitor's ability to turn trash into something admirable was put to the test in this episode's challenge. Massimo produced a meal that finally won over the judges, while other cooks fumbled with strange pairings and dubious textures. The twist? Supporters seem to disagree with the panel.

Massimo had been near the bottom in previous episodes, so his underdog victory generated a lot of discussion. However, his victory this week served as a reminder to everyone of how unpredictable Top Chef can be. With only one good meal, redemption is possible at any time.

Even though the contestant banked the immunity, fans flooded the internet with mixed reactions.

An admirer of Top Chef posted on Reddit:

"Massimo is too chaotic, please let him go this week."
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Another fan shared:

"Massimo is so cringy. You don’t need to specify the ethnicity of your staff. I’m surprised he has staff."

A Reddit user wrote:

"Massimo is CRUSHED."
"Has to be a bittersweet win for Massimo knowing Tristan and Cesar’s dishes were better than his lol," another comment on the thread read.
"I am ready for Massimo to go but I know it won’t happen for a while," another comment read.

A few fans of Top Chef, however, congratulated Massimo and praised him on social media.

A netizen posted:

"Congratulations to Massimo, I love his big personality and I’m very happy he won tonight, it was a beautiful dish."

A person shared:

"I dunno, I kinda like Massimo's galoot qualities. That was hilarious when he was picked last 'for the first time' in his life and he said, "They didn't see me." So deadpan, and good sport-ish. Still chortling."
"Massimo redemption arc STARTS NOW!" another viewer expressed.

Massimo wins immunity in Episode 6 of Top Chef Season 22

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Massimo’s performance in Top Chef Season 22 Episode 6 marked a turning point for the chef who had been flying under the radar. In a challenge that required transforming kitchen scraps into gourmet creations, he surprised the judges and his fellow contestants with an impressive dish that showcased creativity and restraint.

His win earned him immunity for the next round — an advantage that couldn’t have come at a better time. Given his shaky performances in earlier episodes, Massimo’s immunity not only gives him breathing room but also a much-needed confidence boost as the competition tightens.


Fans can head to Food Network to binge all six episodes of Top Chef Season 22.

Edited by Vinayak Chakravorty