Antonia Lofaso on Top Chef & Culinary Competitions, Hamburger America with Jimmy V, Bobby’s Brasserie B Burger

Antonia Lofaso on Top Chef & Culinary Competitions, Hamburger America with Jimmy V, Bobby’s Brasserie B Burger

March 2, 2026 · 29 min · Episode 15

About this episode

Antonia Lofaso discusses her journey in the culinary world and the impact of her late partner, while Jimmy V explores viral burgers in NYC.

Antonia Lofaso is in the house this week! She joins Bobby for a candid conversation about her rise from line cook to powerhouse restaurateur and culinary competition champion. Antonia reflects on the profound influence her late partner, legendary rapper Heavy D, had on both her life and career, and she shares why she truly feels like she’s stepping into her best chapter yet. Plus, “America’s Food Critic” Jimmy V heads to NYC’s buzzy Hamburger America to get the scoop (and a bite) of their viral smash burgers. Featured Recipe: Brasserie B Burger

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