Josh Marks

The cooks select mystery box ingredients that represent who they are; the judges surprise the cooks with a twist; the cooks re-create a dish that Graham Elliot served to the president.

The cooks split into two teams to prepare a meal for the judges and three respected chefs; the cooks on the losing team compete against each other.

The cooks split into two teams to replicate signature dishes at an award-winning restaurant; the contestants must prepare steak three ways.

The cooks face a mystery box challenge featuring shrimp, with the winner choosing a savoury item the hopefuls will have to use in a dessert dish.

The cooks must prepare a high quality dish using $20 worth of ingredients; during the elimination round the cooks try to recreate their favourite desserts.

The final three contestants are asked to reflect on their culinary experiences and create a dish that embodies their personality and passion.