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Top Chef: The Cruise' is reeling in more chef'testants aboard the Celebrity Constellation with the additions of 'Top Chef's' newly crowned winner, Kristen Kish along with her Season 10 finalist, Brooke Williamson and Season nine's beloved fan favorite, 'Malibu' Chris Crary.

49 million people in the U.S.-one in four children-don't know where their next meal is coming from, despite our having the means to provide nutritious, affordable food for all Americans. Directors Kristi Jacobson and Lori Silverbush examine this issue through the lens of three people who are struggling with food insecurity: Barbie, a single Philadelphia mother who grew up in poverty and is trying to provide a better life for her two kids; Rosie, a Colorado fifth-grader who often has to depend on friends and neighbors to feed her and has trouble concentrating in school; and Tremonica, a Mississippi second-grader whose asthma and health issues are exacerbated by the largely empty calories her hardworking mother can afford. From the people who brought you FOOD, INC., A PLACE AT THE TABLE features Top Chef's Tom Colicchio, Oscar-winning actor Jeff Bridges, and many others.

Bravo Media's 'Top Chef' crowned its 10th winner, and the franchise's second female winner ever, Kristen Kish, with the highest-rated episode of the season among all key demos on Wednesday with over 1.85 million live same day total viewers, up 7 percent from the prior week (2/20/13), according to Nielsen. The episode earned over 1.17 million adults 25-54 and over 1 million adults 18-49, up 3 percent and 5 percent from last week, respectively.

The kitchen heated up on last night's TOP CHEF: SEATTLE as the two remaining competitors, Kristen Kish and Brooke Williamson battled it out to win the title.

Bravo Media will have you fall back and spring ahead as the network moves into March with compelling finales, dramatic reunions and premieres of new and returning docu-series.

Bravo Media's 'Top Chef' kicked off the two-part finale with the highest-rated episode of the season-to-date among all key demos on Wednesday with over 1.7 million total viewers, up 14 percent compared to the prior week (2/13/13), according to Nielsen. The episode earned over 1.1 million adults 25-54 and 970,000 adults 18-49, up 20 percent and 19 percent, respectively.

Deadline reports that the Bravo network has renewed its popular Emmy Award-winning series TOP CHEF, for an 11th season

'I did not deserve to go home,' says TOP CHEF contestant Stefan upon being eliminated from last night's show. The chef and owner of Stefan's Restaurants believes he was judged a bit harder than the other chefs throughout the season. Check out the exit interview below!

RESERVE CHANNEL has just released an series of in-depth interviews with some of the most acclaimed comedy talent in entertainment today. Many of these live onstage conversations, produced by The Paley Center for Media, are making their public premiere on RESERVE CHANNEL - a YouTube original channel that provides access to some of the most extraordinary people and places in the world. These uncensored Q&A sessions featuring comedians Louis C.K., Ricky Gervais, Sarah Silverman and the writers of Saturday Night Live featuring Seth Meyersprovide the ultimate insider's look at how the best in the comedy business practice their craft.

Be sure to save room for extra helpings of Bravo Media's Emmy award-winning series TOP CHEF with epic 75-minute episodes premiering tonight, January 16 at 10pm ET/PT and Today, January 30 at 10pm ET/PT.

COMEDY CENTRAL is coming up aces with MGM Grand Hotel & Casino and The Mirage Hotel & Casino to present "COMEDY CENTRAL Vegas," a weekend of uncensored stand-up comedy featuring some of the raciest and raunchiest comedians from the #1 brand in comedy's roster including Dave Attell, Anthony Jeselnik, Jim Norton, Amy Schumer and Nick Swardson, "COMEDY CENTRAL Vegas" will take place on Friday, February 22 and Saturday, February 23. Tickets are on sale now.

49 million people in the U.S.-one in four children-don't know where their next meal is coming from, despite our having the means to provide nutritious, affordable food for all Americans. Directors Kristi Jacobson and Lori Silverbush examine this issue through the lens of three people who are struggling with food insecurity: Barbie, a single Philadelphia mother who grew up in poverty and is trying to provide a better life for her two kids; Rosie, a Colorado fifth-grader who often has to depend on friends and neighbors to feed her and has trouble concentrating in school; and Tremonica, a Mississippi second-grader whose asthma and health issues are exacerbated by the largely empty calories her hardworking mother can afford. From the people who brought you FOOD, INC., A PLACE AT THE TABLE features Top Chef's Tom Colicchio, Oscar-winning actor Jeff Bridges, and many others.

Be sure to save room for extra helpings of Bravo Media's Emmy award-winning series TOP CHEF with epic 75-minute episodes premiering on Wednesday, January 16 at 10pm ET/PT and Wednesday, January 30 at 10pm ET/PT.

Bravo Media's 'Top Chef' cooked its highest-rated episode of the season-to-date on Wednesday night with 1.5 million total viewers, up 13 percent compared to the prior week (12/12/12), according to Nielsen. The episode earned 924,000 A25-54 (up nine percent over prior week) and 821,000 A18-49, (up 18 percent over prior week). Season four winner and Food & Wine Magazine's Best New Chef, Stephanie Izard appeared as guest judge, alongside Gail Simmons, head judge Tom Colicchio and host Padma Lakshmi in Seattle for this episode where the chef'testants struggled with an entire pantry wrapped in aluminum foil. For more information, visit www.BravoTV.com and follow us on Twitter at https://twitter.com/BravoPR.

Bravo Media's 'Top Chef' visited the world-famous Pike Place Market and delivered its highest-rated episode of the season-to-date on Wednesday night with 1.4 million total viewers, up 26 percent compared to the prior week (11/28/12), according to Nielsen. The episode earned 945,000 A25-54 and 805,000 A18-49, up 31 percent and 25 percent, respectively. This marks the third consecutive week of growth across all demos. For more information, visit www.BravoTV.com and follow us on Twitter at https://twitter.com/BravoPR.

Restaurants and chefs with roots in both New York City and Las Vegas have inspired a unique food and wine event to benefit victims of Hurricane Sandy: 'Start Spreadin' the News.' The event will take place Sunday, December 9 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on the Brooklyn Bridge at New York-New York Hotel & Casino on the famed Las Vegas Strip.

Bravo Media's Emmy-nominated TOP CHEF: LAST CHANCE KITCHEN, the groundbreaking digital video series hosted by Tom Colicchio, returns for its second season tonight, November 28 at 11:01pm.

Bravo Media heats up the holiday season with a special Thanksgiving episode of TOP CHEF: SEATTLE tonight, November 21 at 10pm ET/PT. Tom Colicchio and Emeril Lagasse put their white coats on and join the chef'testants in the kitchen, leading them in a head-to-head battle to create a Thanksgiving feast inspired by their signature cuisine.

Bravo Media heats up the holiday season with a special Thanksgiving episode of TOP CHEF: SEATTLE on Wednesday, November 21 at 10pm ET/PT. Tom Colicchio and Emeril Lagasse put their white coats on and join the chef'testants in the kitchen, leading them in a head-to-head battle to create a Thanksgiving feast inspired by their signature cuisine.

To spread the word and get perfect strangers making music together, Guitar Mash will hold its inaugural event at City Winery today, November 11, 2012, 11:30am. The centerpiece will be a mass jam led by musical director Mark Stewart and a selection of "star guitarists" backed by a band of New York's finest session players, featuring tunes participants can download and practice prior to the show. Guests will enjoy brunch, craft beers and cocktails.