Synopsis

The new contestants faced a culinary challenge steeped in fantasy with "Once Upon a Thyme." Next, chefs Jeff Mauro and Antonia Lofaso guided them in creating their own take on a classic hero sandwich. The main dish competition saw the teams explore Mexican flavors, crafting vibrant enchiladas. Finally, the two lowest-scoring contestants battled it out in a taco showdown, a blind elimination designed to test their resilience under pressure.