Veronica Cili

In the first skills test of the season, Gordon Ramsay teaches the home cooks how to break down a crab, before they must replicate his work.

The Top 13 contestants face a mystery box challenge with a stockpot and cooking oil and must make a dish that features a deep-fried element.

The remaining home cooks prepare a flambé for the next mystery box challenge, with the winner receiving other significant advantages.

In the second field challenge, the home cooks take a surprise trip to Las Vegas where they’re split into two teams to feed 101 performers.

The Top 10 home cooks will cook family style when they face their next team challenge and create family style meals for VIP diners.

The contestants face a mystery box filled with fresh seafood, and must create a dish using two items from it.