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Chef B of Everybody Eats Grill faces off against Chef Al of Windy City Grill Gang. Today's challenge has our competitors preparing Lamb with a side of Pickled Vegetables. Will they be able to find the perfect balance between these distinct flavors and wow the judges?

Hustle, Sizzle, and Smoke

Lamb and Pickled Vegetables

Get ready for a seafood showdown! Chef Melody of Serenita Homestead grills it up against Chef Don of Carson's BBQ. The challenge today is to take Salmon and Kale and turn them into delicious and nutritious meals for our judges, who will emerge victorious?

Salmon and Kale

Chef Jazzuri of Zurri's Catering Company goes head-to-head with Chef Bendrick of Smoking Cade's BBQ. Today's hearty challenge features Turkey leg and Okra. Who will smoke out the competition?

Turkey Leg and Okra

The competition grows fiercer as Chef Rachelle of Rachelle's Creative Dishes squares off against Chef Ohh. With Steak and Sweet Onion as the ingredients, our competitors must dish out sweet and savory meals. Who will secure a chance to continue?

Steak and Sweet Onion

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

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

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