Kennedy Torres

The 10 duos use mayonnaise and commonly wasted ingredients to create unique pies; for the Elimination Challenge, they must make dishes that can be frozen and then reheated by Marcus, Meghan and guest judge chefs Susan Feniger and Shirley Chung.

Thirteen duos compete in the kitchen for a chance to win a cash prize and the title of "Top Chef Family Style", by elevating a family recipe into a five-star dish.

The 11 duos participate in the "Top Chef Family Style" Tailgate Tournament and are tasked with creating plant-based food for the 2021 LA Rams draft class and guest judges LA Rams linebacker Kenny Young and social media influencer Tabitha Brown.

The 12 remaining duos make the perfect poached egg for chef Nancy Silverton and create their own spin on eggs Benedict; the chefs must use some of the most luxurious ingredients available for guest judge Josiah Citrin and actor Jesse Tyler Ferguson.

The remaining duos compete in a Tiny Food Quickfire; guests Baron Davis and chef Mei Lin join in; "Top Chef Portland" finalist Shota Nakajima gives the chefs a crash course in sushi-making for their Elimination Challenge.

The remaining duos get a crash course in molecular gastronomy from "Top Chef" alum Richard Blais before putting on a science fair for Elizabeth Berkley Lauren, John Michael Higgins and the cast of "Saved By the Bell."