Mark Peel

The first four competitors are introduced; the chefs are challenged to whip up a creative and tasty dessert.

Chefs must attempt to satisfy clients with old-school tastes and skeptical attitudes.

The chefs must each cook an egg using only one hand; guests include actor Neil Patrick Harris.

The chefs are challenged to teach cooking-impaired housewives how to make a gourmet meal; chefs Mark Peel and Ben Ford treat the challenge winner to a one-on-one course; the chefs struggle to balance a dozen appetizers, entrees and desserts.