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See Episode GuideShredding the Competition
Four chefs get in a pickle when Alex Guarnaschelli has them prepare the briniest of dishes, but there's a shred of hope when they have to tear the competition to pieces. Then, the final stakeout is all about the shine as the remaining chefs glaze their way into judges Jet Tila and Elizabeth Heiskell's hearts in order to win a year's worth of groceries.
Cold & Hot in the Lot
Things heat up fast as four chefs get cooking on the asphalt. After one blazing round, Alex Guarnaschelli cools things off with dishes that won't cause a fire. Finally, the two remaining chefs even the temperature out with some sweet heat for judges Justin Sutherland and Priya Krishna.
Cheese Pull Please
Alex Guarnaschelli starts four chefs off with a jolt when she asks them to create plates that go great with a cup of joe. Then, it's time to please judges Eddie Jackson and Damaris Phillips with a whole lot of cheese, and things get nutty as the finalists stake out shoppers to dish up something chock-full of nuts.
Cheese Pull Please
Alex Guarnaschelli starts four chefs off with a jolt when she asks them to create plates that go great with a cup of joe. Then, it's time to please judges Eddie Jackson and Damaris Phillips with a whole lot of cheese, and things get nutty as the finalists stake out shoppers to dish up something chock-full of nuts.
Cold & Hot in the Lot
Things heat up fast as four chefs get cooking on the asphalt. After one blazing round, Alex Guarnaschelli cools things off with dishes that won't cause a fire. Finally, the two remaining chefs even the temperature out with some sweet heat for judges Justin Sutherland and Priya Krishna.
Skewer, Punch & Whip
Alex Guarnaschelli challenges four chefs to roll up their sleeves and get ready to skewer their competition, but it's not long before one chef rolls out of the parking lot. Then, the final two competitors prepare to whip up an exciting dessert for judges Joe Sasto and Mei Lin.
Hearty and Happy
As dawn breaks on the asphalt, it's up to the four competing chefs to start the day strong with a hearty breakfast. Then, Alex Guarnaschelli announces that it's 5 o'clock somewhere, and the chefs put the happy in their best happy hour dishes. Finally, the two remaining chefs spice things up with a sweet and spicy showstopper for judges Stephanie Boswell and Tanya Fields.
Cheese Pull Please
Alex Guarnaschelli starts four chefs off with a jolt when she asks them to create plates that go great with a cup of joe. Then, it's time to please judges Eddie Jackson and Damaris Phillips with a whole lot of cheese, and things get nutty as the finalists stake out shoppers to dish up something chock-full of nuts.
Hearty and Happy
As dawn breaks on the asphalt, it's up to the four competing chefs to start the day strong with a hearty breakfast. Then, Alex Guarnaschelli announces that it's 5 o'clock somewhere, and the chefs put the happy in their best happy hour dishes. Finally, the two remaining chefs spice things up with a sweet and spicy showstopper for judges Stephanie Boswell and Tanya Fields.
Cheese Pull Please
Alex Guarnaschelli starts four chefs off with a jolt when she asks them to create plates that go great with a cup of joe. Then, it's time to please judges Eddie Jackson and Damaris Phillips with a whole lot of cheese, and things get nutty as the finalists stake out shoppers to dish up something chock-full of nuts.
All in the Family
Things start lean when Alex Guarnaschelli asks four chefs to scour the parking lot to produce protein style plates. For the second stakeout, sharing is caring as the competitors must go big to create family style platters for judges Stephanie Boswell and Joe Sasto. Then, it's tapas time for the two finalists who are tasked with creating tiny bites.
Three Meals a Day
Alex Guarnaschelli has four chefs rise and shine to whip up breakfast worth going back to bed for. Then, the remaining competitors attempt to bag their lunch and the competition before judges Antonia Lofaso and Carlos Anthony reveal the true dinner winner.
Lots of Toppings, Lots of Surprises
There's a groundbreaking -- and rule-breaking -- surprise in the parking lot when the four chefs make street food. Then, Alex Guarnaschelli challenges them to load up their dishes with tons of toppings, and the two final chefs imagine they're in France as they make dessert for judges Eric Adjepong and Antonia Lofaso.
All in the Family
Things start lean when Alex Guarnaschelli asks four chefs to scour the parking lot to produce protein style plates. For the second stakeout, sharing is caring as the competitors must go big to create family style platters for judges Stephanie Boswell and Joe Sasto. Then, it's tapas time for the two finalists who are tasked with creating tiny bites.
Three Meals a Day
Alex Guarnaschelli has four chefs rise and shine to whip up breakfast worth going back to bed for. Then, the remaining competitors attempt to bag their lunch and the competition before judges Antonia Lofaso and Carlos Anthony reveal the true dinner winner.
Lots of Toppings, Lots of Surprises
There's a groundbreaking -- and rule-breaking -- surprise in the parking lot when the four chefs make street food. Then, Alex Guarnaschelli challenges them to load up their dishes with tons of toppings, and the two final chefs imagine they're in France as they make dessert for judges Eric Adjepong and Antonia Lofaso.
Cheese Pull Please
Alex Guarnaschelli starts four chefs off with a jolt when she asks them to create plates that go great with a cup of joe. Then, it's time to please judges Eddie Jackson and Damaris Phillips with a whole lot of cheese, and things get nutty as the finalists stake out shoppers to dish up something chock-full of nuts.
A Bittersweet Tale
Alex Guarnaschelli puts four chefs on a high-sodium start when things get salty in the parking lot. Then, it's a race against time as only the most mature survive, and two competitors duke it out until the bitter(sweet) end to impress judges Christian Petroni and Stephanie Bowell.
All in the Family
Things start lean when Alex Guarnaschelli asks four chefs to scour the parking lot to produce protein style plates. For the second stakeout, sharing is caring as the competitors must go big to create family style platters for judges Stephanie Boswell and Joe Sasto. Then, it's tapas time for the two finalists who are tasked with creating tiny bites.
A Bittersweet Tale
Alex Guarnaschelli puts four chefs on a high-sodium start when things get salty in the parking lot. Then, it's a race against time as only the most mature survive, and two competitors duke it out until the bitter(sweet) end to impress judges Christian Petroni and Stephanie Bowell.
All in the Family
Things start lean when Alex Guarnaschelli asks four chefs to scour the parking lot to produce protein style plates. For the second stakeout, sharing is caring as the competitors must go big to create family style platters for judges Stephanie Boswell and Joe Sasto. Then, it's tapas time for the two finalists who are tasked with creating tiny bites.
Back to the Food-ture
Alex Guarnaschelli does a parking lot time warp as four chefs reminisce on the good old days. They may not be not getting any younger as they cook their childhood favorites for judges Joe Sasto and Tiffani Faison, but the future's looking very bright for one talented chef.
Ice Cold Competition
Alex Guarnaschelli asks four determined chefs to stake out and dish up a continental breakfast. Then, it's a close call to see whose culinary creations make judges Gabe Bertaccini and Damaris Phillips melt. The final two chefs must keep their cool and keep it creamy to walk away a winner.