Overview
- Carsten appeared in the first Cologne episode with a visible bruise under his left eye and joked on camera that it happened while cleaning.
- An on-air narration informed viewers he would not continue from the next day for personal reasons, and VOX declined to share further private details.
- Analena moved up to host earlier than planned as the production reshuffled the week to keep episodes on track.
- Replacement contestant Philipp, 31, joined the lineup and is scheduled to host later in the week.
- By Wednesday, Yannik hosted in Braunsfeld, drew mixed reactions to a savory blueberry compote, and earned a total of 31 points with praise for his main course and dessert.