Filipina chef makes ‘Top Chef’ history with Season 23 victory

The Hawaii-based chef became the competition’s first female winner in five years after returning from elimination with a finale menu rooted in Filipino food and family.

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Filipino American chef Rhoda Magbitang has won Bravo’s “Top Chef: Carolinas,” becoming the competition’s first female champion since 2020. The Hawaii-based chef overcame a midseason elimination before returning through “Last Chance Kitchen” and advancing to the finale. Her winning menu spotlighted Filipino dishes and family stor…