ACCIDENTALLY ON PURPOSE

"Top Chef" host and alum Kristen Kish beautifully delivers her memoir, displaying her compassion throughout. Adopted and raised in Michigan, Kish never doubted her family's love, even as she struggled with social anxiety. Her deep family bonds and drive to succeed echo throughout her story. A move to Boston marked a turning point; there, she began to embrace her identity, and her culinary career flourished with the help of a trusted mentor. She then auditioned for "Top Chef," which propelled her beyond Boston, opening new doors personally and professionally. Kish's genuine, heartfelt narration pulls listeners into her triumphs, her family's pure love, and her joy at being able to experience life with the people who mean the most to her. S.K.G. Winner of AudioFile Earphones Award © AudioFile 2025, Portland, Maine [Published: MAY 2025]