Top Chef alum Chad White talks about his experience on the show. The impact it has had on his career, and behind the scenes insight on how demanding it is for contestants. The Spokane native talks about entering the Navy on 9/11, the huge challenges that come with cooking on a Naval ship and how he grew during those years. His climb in the food industry, beginning in San Diego. And his role in growing the food scene in his hometown, beginning with his ceviche bar Zona Blanca.