Mike Mazza, a project manager and home cook, is blown away when Eddie Jackson surprises him with a capon battle against world-renowned chef Rocco DiSpirito. With $5,000 on the line, Mike must cook his way to victory or Rocco will sweep the board.
Home cook and former cheerleader Maria is in disbelief when she learns she will be facing off against world-renowned chef Eric Adjepong. Eddie Jackson reveals he has more up his sleeve as he presents them with a mystery ingredient to use in their dishes.
Eddie Jackson raises the stakes as he surprises home cook and real estate agent Jimmy with a beefy battle against world-famous chef Alex Guarnaschelli; Jimmy aims to impress at least one taster with his steak and stop Alex from taking the win.
Eddie Jackson surprises theatre teacher and home cook Derek with a once in a lifetime opportunity to go up against famous chef and restaurateur Antonia Lofaso. Derek will have to work hard to cook his way to victory in their battle of the brunch.
New York firefighter Stephen is put head-to-head against famous chef Anne Burrell. Host Eddie Jackson has a surprise ingredient that will change the game in an unexpected way and how will our chefs react to a panel of real taste testers pulled off the streets of new York.