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It's a barbecue showdown from the sea; Biff and Hanashi look to bring their absolute best and leave it all out on the grill; shellfish and grits are on the menu with a surprising twist of their choice of select Anteel Tequila.

Hustle, Sizzle, and Smoke

Shellfish and Grits

Biff Smith and Hanashi Weathers face off in the first round of the finals; they will be grilling up succulent duck with a side of carrots; each of the pitmasters must incorporate The Scott Group BBQ sauce of their choice into their dishes.

Duck and Carrots

Adaya and Jay throw down for a chance to compete in the semifinals; the contestants must incorporate chicken and avocado in their dishes, but the challenge doesn't come without a twist in the form of Phillip Ashley Chocolates.

Chicken and Avocado

Chef Biff Smith of Mobile Chef Atlanta Catering squares off against Chef Terrell Taylor of Grill Effect BBQ; the challenge features the classic combination of ribs and pasta.

Ribs and Pasta

Steve Morales of Smokey Steve's BBQ competes with Markie Darling of Daddy's Girl BBQ; the pitmasters are challenged with creating smoky and savory dishes featuring brisket and beans.

Brisket and Beans

Jay Craddick from Twisted Dish grills it up against Amanda Kinsey-Joplin of Amanda's BarBeeQue; the menu includes backyard barbecue staples like burgers and potatoes.

Burger and Potato

Hanashi Weathers, AKA Da Rib Lady, competes against Lawrence McIntosh of Mo' Betta Barbecue; they must tackle making delectable dishes featuring southern staples: wings and cabbage.

Wings and Cabbage

Jimmie Jackson of Jimmie Jerk Chicken faces off against Adaya Nijay of Atlanta Vegan Breakfast; the challenge is to turn oxtails and sweet potatoes into a delicious pairing.

Oxtail and Sweet Potato

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Everyday masters of the home kitchen, emerging restaurateurs and food entrepreneurs face off in a fiery barbecue showdown.

S1 E5 | Ribs and Pasta