In the series opener, four chefs must use octopus, duck and animal crackers to make an extraordinary three-course meal in three rounds of competition. A panel of culinary experts determines which chef's dishes deserve the $10,000 prize. Hosted by Ted Allen.
| Name | Type | Role | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ted Allen | Host | ||
| Alex Guarnaschelli | Guest Star | ||
| Marc Murphy | Guest Star |