Moms to moguls. Before they were millionaires, these women were working moms trying to put food on the table. From a makeup mogul to a former file clerk to a home design icon, each one has her own rags-to-riches story.

It’s down to four on the latest season of ‘Top Chef: All-Stars.’ No matter who wins the upcoming finale, they are all hoping to have the kinds of careers these real-life top chefs have.