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All on the Table with Katie Lee Biegel

All on the Table with Katie Lee Biegel

Gail Simmons on Top Chef Over The Years and Tips on How To Be A Good Guest

May 14, 2026 · 55m

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In this episode of All on the Table, I sit down with my longtime friend and colleague, Gail Simmons. Gail and I first met on the set of Top Chef, and we take a trip down memory lane, reminiscing about the early days of the show, behind-the-scenes moments, and how it all began.Gail also shares insights from her new book, Guesting (available for preorder), offering practical, modern advice on how to be a thoughtful, gracious guest—and what not to do when you’re invited into someone’s home. Guesting is not limited to homes, Gail also dives into the do's and don'ts of being a restaurant guest, with useful information about how much to tip.Whether you’re a longtime Top Chef fan, love…