Episodes
Resourcefulness
November 4, 2012
These chefs must re-live their experiences on the previous competitions and redeem themselves.
Innovation
November 11, 2012
The chefs create an innovative take on international classics.
Simplicity
November 18, 2012
Original Farmers Market in Los Angeles; photographer Todd Selby captures each chef's personality in a single snapshot; the chefs must use these photos as inspiration for putting one of their opponents' personalities on a plate
Transformation
November 25, 2012
The remaining 7 use American condiments to make a dish they choose; transform fair food into Iron Chef level dishes in an hour.
Risk
December 2, 2012
An ingredient auction where the currency is the chef's cooking time.
Fusion
December 9, 2012
The chefs are asked to fuse unusual ingredients into something new.
Transcendence
December 16, 2012
The chefs must create a buffet that is Las Vegas style.
Passion and Respect
December 23, 2012
Each judge selects an ingredient and will shape the chefs ''last supper'' in Las Vegas.