The TasteSeason 32014 · 7 episodesEpisodes1Auditions & ChildhoodThe home cooks and professional chefs compete in a childhood-inspired challenge; a competitor is sent home; guest judge Stephanie Izard.2Under the SeaContestants prepare dishes from the sea, including steamed fish, seafood stew and shellfish in miso broth. Eric Ripert is the guest judge.3Happy HolidaysThe 13 remaining cooks compete in a holiday-theme challenge that features dishes based on fowl and spiced chocolate desserts. Naomi Pomeroy is the guest judge.4Happy New YearIt’s a new year and there’s a new battle brewing in the kitchen when the remaining cooks are tasked with making delicious dishes bursting with decadent and elevated flavors with ingredients like champagne, shellfish and caviar. Chef Michael Symon is guest judge.5LatinThe remaining contestants are challenged to create dishes that include ceviche and tacos; two contestants are sent home.6Bring the HeatThe contestants take part in a hot-and-spicy challenge that includes ingredients like Szechuan pepper; two cooks are eliminated, identifying which contestants will compete in the season finale.7The FinaleIn the Season 3 finale, a winner is chosen.Season 1Season 2
