Willamette Week The need for strong, independent local journalism is more urgent than ever. Please support the city we love by joining Friends of Willamette Week. Top Chef Portland, Episode 6 Recap: They Who Smelt It This week contained a high for one of our two local chefs on this season of Top Chef: Portland and, for the other, a real low point. IMAGE: David Moir/Bravo. Updated May 6 at 11:52 PM You win some, you lose some. This week contained a high for one of our two local chefs on this season of Top Chef: Portland and, for the other, a real low point. I won’t say more up front, just in case you wandered onto this recap before watching the episode—although, like, that’s on you.