On April 1, the Bravo cooking competition series Top Chef returns for its 18th season, which will be set in Portland and will feature two Portland chefs in the running, as well as some famed Portland chefs as judges. (Watch the trailer here for a preview.) As you tune in to the premiere, you might be curious about the artfully plated dishes you see onscreen and want a taste for yourself. We’ve gathered this guide to Portland spots associated with the show, including restaurants that have been linked to past and present contestants and judges, as well as places featured in the new season (like Akadi and Tillamook Creamery). For more ideas, check out our food and drink guide.
FEATURED ON SEASON 18
Akadi
In the trailer for the 18th season, the chefs are seen sharing an emotional meal together at the lauded West African restaurant Akadi. Sadly, the restaurant is on hiatus right now, but you can still pick up its dishes, such as fufu, jollof rice, spicy okra and spinach, mafe, and gofu, at Green Zebra Grocery.
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