The kitchen is heating up! Telemundo’s hit culinary competition, Top Chef VIP, is back for its fourth season. This time, it promises more flavor, intense challenges, and a fresh batch of celebrities ready to prove their cooking chops. Get ready to see your favorite stars battle it out with pots and pans.
So, what’s the fuss all about? If you’re new to the show, here’s the scoop. Twenty famous faces will face off in weekly cooking challenges. They need to show off their best culinary skills. These challenges range from whipping up classic dishes to inventing brand-new creations. All of this happens under tight time limits and the watchful eyes of a professional jury. As the episodes go on, some chefs get eliminated, and others move closer to the grand prize. The competition gets tougher each week until one chef is crowned the new Top Chef VIP.
The latest season, the 2025 edition, kicked off on Tuesday, July 22. You can catch the culinary action from Sunday through Friday. Tune in to Telemundo at 7:00 pm ET / 6:00 pm CT. If you prefer streaming, the show is also available live on Telemundo’s app and Peacock.
Who are these brave stars stepping into the kitchen? The cast is packed with a diverse mix of actors, singers, models, and TV personalities.
- Sergio Sendel – A Mexican actor known for his villain roles.
- Lorena Herrera – A Mexican music and television icon.
- Juan Soler – An Argentine actor and host with a long career in Mexico.
- Cristina Porta – A Spanish journalist and reality TV star.
- Jerry Bazúa – A regional Mexican music singer.
- Valeria Cuevas – A traditional music performer.
- Sergio Goyri – Another famous villain from telenovelas.
- Nicole Curiel – A young Mexican actress.
- Matías Ochoa – An Argentine influencer and reality star.
- Curvy Zelma – A host, actress, and body positivity activist.
- Elvis Crespo – A legendary tropical music artist from Puerto Rico.
- Angélica Celaya – A Mexican-American actress.
- Héctor Sandarti – A charismatic host and actor from Guatemala.
- Karina “La Voz” Moreno – A Venezuelan singer with a long career.
- Paco Pizaña – A model and actor who has been on survival reality shows.
- Yany Prado – A Cuban actress who shined in “La Jefa.”
- Salvador Zerboni – A reality star and telenovela villain.
- Norkys Batista – A Venezuelan actress, model, and former beauty queen.
- Christopher Vélez – A former member of the group CNCO.
- Celinee Santos – Miss Dominican Republic 2024.
Who’s running the show?
The vibrant and charming Colombian actress and host, Carmen Villalobos, is back at the helm. She brings her unique energy and charisma to the program from the very first moment.
Who are the judges?
The judging panel is made up of three respected food experts. Chef Tita, Chef Toño, and Chef Betty will have the tough job of tasting every dish. They promise to be fair and direct with their critiques.
What’s the big prize for the winner?
Beyond the bragging rights of being the new Top Chef VIP, the winner takes home a hefty $200,000 in cash. This makes it one of the most exciting and sought-after cooking competitions happening right now. Remember, Paty Navidad won ‘Top Chef VIP 3’ last season.