: One key challenge required chefs to master the world of "classical dishes" while demonstrating an ability to understand their peers with "half a word" in team settings.
: After intense regular rounds, Pavlo Servetnyk, Ekaterina Velika, Sasha Tsvihun, and Sasha Bilodid found themselves in the "Battle of the Black Aprons," a final hurdle before the grand finale. : One key challenge required chefs to master
The 17th episode of (broadcast on December 17, 2022) served as the critical semi-final, determining who would advance to the ultimate super-final. Episode Highlights & Challenges Battle of the seasons: Who won the season
Viewers praised this installment for its high stakes and emotional depth, particularly as returning favorites from various years "crossed knives" for culinary supremacy. The episode is frequently highlighted for its complex technical requirements, such as using "molecular gastronomy" and advanced plating techniques that tested even seasoned professionals. "Master Chief. Battle of the seasons: Who won the season? Vadym Brzezinsky (Pava)
: Six of the project's strongest culinary talents—Ekaterina Velika, Vladislav Mitskevich, Pavlo Servetnyk, Vadym Brzezinsky (Pava), Oleksandr Tsvihun, and Oleksandr Bilodid—competed for a spot in the final.
: While this episode narrowed the field, the overall season title was ultimately claimed by Oleksandr Tsvihun , who defeated Vlad and Oleksandr in the subsequent super-final. Critical Reception
: A notable challenge involved participants developing a menu for a socially responsible cafe aimed at training and employing young people with mental disabilities. The Results