The Aji Shogun Group, intent on disrupting the Aji Kou Culinary Association and bringing down Aji Kou, spreads rumors of Aji Kou's retirement. In response, Aji Kou holds the "Aji Kou Culinary Association Chef Grand Prix" to strengthen unity within the association and encourage the chefs to work harder. Chef Marui encourages Yoichi to participate, but Yoichi, worried about his future, is hesitant.
味皇料理会を混乱させ、味皇の失脚を目論む味将軍グループが流した味皇引退の噂。これに対し味皇は料理会の結束を高め、料理人たちの精進を促すために「味皇料理会・料理人グランプリ」を開催する。