Overview
- Tim Mälzer recounted a past kitchen crisis in which his chef suffered a breakdown, saying he briefly quit cooking before rebuilding his career.
- Guest chef Gennaro Contaldo demonstrated how to create a flavorful dish from few ingredients, reflecting Mälzer’s formative London years.
- The episode emphasized a shift in teaching as Mälzer urged contestants to act independently and understand the reasons behind their decisions.
- Challenges included a 20‑minute service for ten guests and a ground‑meat task designed to highlight distinctive culinary voices.
- Judge Jan Hartwig ruled two dishes off‑theme, prompting two eliminations and a tense disagreement that saw Mälzer briefly leave before the competition moved on.