Okay, so many, if not all of you (hopefully) have shared my excitment at the amazing course of events which has led to tomorrow night's season finale for Bravo's reality show Top Chef. Currently in its fifth season, the show gives talented chefs the opportunity to win $100,000 to use to further their individual desires in the culinary world. However, unlike shows like Hell's Kitchen where the chefs have really no idea what they are doing, Top Chef is full of masterful chefs with years of experience. Many have graduated from the nations most prestigous culinary school: the Culinary Institute of America (yes, that is abbreviated the C.I.A.). Over the years, the show has featured caterers, resturanteurs, personal chefs and executive chefs from across the country. This year, however, the show hosted its first European chefs- Fabio and Stefan.

While the build up to tomorrow's last elimination challenge has no doubt exhibited several skilled chefs, it is safe to say that only the best made it to the New Orleans finale. Here are the finalists:

Stefan- basically a giant German jerk. Stefan enjoyed hitting on Jamie, an open lesbian, and has alienated the entire Top Chef kitchen. However, at the same time, Stefan's relative perfection in his culinary technique has earned him respect from every judge. (Aside: While I personally hate Stefan, it is impossible to overlook the fact that his food looks and, probably tastes, delicious). In the last several episodes however, Stefan's culinary prowess has been threatened. In fact, he was almost eliminated during the last challenge for over-cooking salmon.

Carla- a.k.a. the crazy one. While sometimes eccentric, Carla has been known to deliver on deserts. Her beautiful crusts have in some way entranced the judges while her simplicity and focus on individual elements of her dish has helped her to rise to the top in the last few challenges, pretty much unseating Stefan.

Fabio- the italian. Loved for his "adorable" accent, Fabio is the best Italian cook on Top Chef, period. While known to make carless errors, during the "Last Supper" challenge his wonderful lamb earned him the top prize from a panel of distinguished judges (Note: at the time he had just broke his finger, so this was quite an accomplishment).

Hosea- ughhhh. Hosea is pretty much the least distinguished chef left. Generally disliked by the judges during the last several episodes, Hosea had previously "cuddled" with Leah despite having a girlfriend at home. Obviously, this encounter caused its fair share of ruckess. Honestly, I really don't want him to win. C'mon he's boring compared to the heavyweights above.

So I hope that you enjoyed your summary of the last several episodes in preparation for tomorrow's finale. I don't want to give away my preference necessarily.......but