The remaining five cheftestants visited Traci Des Jardins The Commissary in San Francisco for theSUDDEN DEATH Quickfire Challenge.
To have a Sudden Death so late in the game is really ramping up the stakes.
The supposed simplicity of the challenge sent the chefs into a tailspin.
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I can definitely understand why the challenge freaked them out.
Ive messed up a simple avocado toast recipe a dozen times, and I have an expensive toaster!
Traci said it was beautifully composed and all the textures came together.
For the Sudden Death round, Amar and Carl could cook whatever they wanted.
Carl made a crudo, leading Padma to say, Another crudo, huh?
For whatever reason, even though he had great moments, I never really remembered Amars dishes.
Lets see if he pulls out a last-minute win at LCK.
As Amar walked out, Chef Hubert Keller walked in to announce the Elimination Challenge.
Isaac took on concocting seven duck ballotines in that same three hours, which is a crazy process.
Keller definitely shot Tom pointed glances when he heard what they were trying to accomplish.
Gail thought it lacked finesse or nuance and seemed rushed.
Marjories roasted lamb saddle with artichoke puree also fell flat.
The vegetables were perfect, but the lamb needed to rest longer.
Jeremy was the only chef truly energized by this challenge, calling it closest to his heart.
Keller, from the first moment, couldnt stop commenting on how great it looked on the plate.
Gail loved the details, and everyone noted that it felt like a true Fleur dish.
Gail defended it weakly, saying it wasnt a complete failure since everything but the torchon was quite good.
Unsurprisingly, Jeremy was the clear winner.
Isaac and Carl were in the bottom, with Carl packing up and leaving.
Marjorie, Jeremy, and Isaac are going to the finals in Las Vegas.
What do you think of the final three?
