1 00:00:01,752 --> 00:00:03,711 It's time for "masterchef!" 2 00:00:03,713 --> 00:00:06,296 - Whoo! - Yay. 3 00:00:06,340 --> 00:00:08,007 Gordon: There's nothing more timeless than cooking. 4 00:00:08,092 --> 00:00:09,383 Everyone's done it. 5 00:00:09,427 --> 00:00:11,719 Your parents, your grandparents, even your kids. 6 00:00:11,762 --> 00:00:14,179 But one thing's for sure, 7 00:00:14,181 --> 00:00:18,267 How people cook across generations is very different. 8 00:00:18,269 --> 00:00:20,811 Which begs the age old question, 9 00:00:20,896 --> 00:00:23,772 Which generation has the best cooks? 10 00:00:23,774 --> 00:00:25,274 Is it the baby boomers, 11 00:00:25,276 --> 00:00:26,775 Who have history on their side 12 00:00:26,819 --> 00:00:29,653 And are known for cooking traditional cuisine 13 00:00:29,697 --> 00:00:32,281 And old world family recipes? 14 00:00:32,324 --> 00:00:34,825 Joe: Or is it the resourceful gen x? 15 00:00:34,869 --> 00:00:38,203 The latchkey kids who grew up in the '70s and '80s, 16 00:00:38,289 --> 00:00:42,583 Who were raised on mall food courts and music videos. 17 00:00:42,626 --> 00:00:44,334 Totally awesome, dude. 18 00:00:44,378 --> 00:00:48,130 Aarón: Or is it the passionate media-savvy millennials? 19 00:00:48,174 --> 00:00:50,424 These guys grew up on the world wide web, 20 00:00:50,468 --> 00:00:53,343 Blogging their inner thoughts and creating hot food trends. 21 00:00:53,387 --> 00:00:57,014 No avocado toast is complete without sriracha. 22 00:00:57,058 --> 00:00:59,266 Ah, yes. 23 00:00:59,310 --> 00:01:03,020 Gordon: Or is the boundary-pushing, adventurous gen z, 24 00:01:03,064 --> 00:01:04,396 Who do everything on their phone? 25 00:01:04,440 --> 00:01:07,149 One more taste and our pasta is perfect al dente. 26 00:01:07,193 --> 00:01:12,029 So which generation has the best cooks? We're about to find out. 27 00:01:12,073 --> 00:01:14,323 This season on "masterchef"... 28 00:01:14,366 --> 00:01:16,784 - ( squealing ) - it's the battle of the ages... 29 00:01:16,786 --> 00:01:19,161 This is "masterchef: Generations." 30 00:01:19,246 --> 00:01:21,747 As four generations compete... 31 00:01:21,749 --> 00:01:25,751 - Go, boomers! - Let's go, gen x! 32 00:01:25,795 --> 00:01:30,881 - The millennials have arrived! - Gen z is here to win. 33 00:01:30,966 --> 00:01:34,218 ...To prove which one has the best home cooks. 34 00:01:34,261 --> 00:01:36,261 We're in better shape compared to those boomers back there. 35 00:01:36,263 --> 00:01:38,180 I love these young kids, but I'm gonna kick their butt. 36 00:01:38,182 --> 00:01:39,807 I'm a millennial. I'm not worried about a thing. 37 00:01:39,850 --> 00:01:41,433 You don't have your phones. You don't know what time it is. 38 00:01:41,435 --> 00:01:45,187 It's generational warfare like never before. 39 00:01:45,231 --> 00:01:47,773 - Who are you taking out? - Gen z. 40 00:01:47,775 --> 00:01:49,775 I gotta target the strongest competition right now. 41 00:01:49,819 --> 00:01:53,028 - Challenge accepted. - I really wanted to sow seeds of chaos 42 00:01:53,030 --> 00:01:54,363 - With the baby boomers. - Wow. 43 00:01:54,406 --> 00:01:56,031 She'll regret messing with us like that. 44 00:01:56,033 --> 00:01:58,283 Where there's smoke, there's fire, right? 45 00:01:58,327 --> 00:02:02,454 - ( cheering ) - ...In our most explosive season yet. 46 00:02:02,456 --> 00:02:05,040 - And flambé. Let it burn. - Switch! 47 00:02:05,126 --> 00:02:07,033 - ( overlapping chatter ) - go, go, go, go, go! 48 00:02:07,086 --> 00:02:08,418 - You're killing me, man! - ( shouts ) 49 00:02:08,462 --> 00:02:09,753 - The wall! - What'd you say? 50 00:02:09,797 --> 00:02:11,088 Sorry. ( bleep ) can't hear you. 51 00:02:11,132 --> 00:02:12,756 - What? - For ( bleep ) sake. 52 00:02:12,758 --> 00:02:14,174 - Oi! - Shut up. 53 00:02:14,176 --> 00:02:15,208 (bleep ) shut up. 54 00:02:15,210 --> 00:02:16,969 Too much, too much. 55 00:02:17,012 --> 00:02:18,804 But in order to succeed this season... 56 00:02:18,848 --> 00:02:22,391 - ( cheering ) - welcome to los angeles football club. 57 00:02:22,434 --> 00:02:24,852 - Players are arriving. - It's not quite ready. 58 00:02:24,895 --> 00:02:27,187 - Get on the ( bleep ) stove and cook then! Let's go! - God! 59 00:02:27,231 --> 00:02:30,566 - ...They'll have to prove that age is just a number. - ( bleep ) 60 00:02:30,568 --> 00:02:33,152 Did you see blow-torching steaks on tiktok? 61 00:02:33,195 --> 00:02:34,444 - I did. - Please don't do that again. 62 00:02:34,446 --> 00:02:37,030 It's the infamous restaurant takeover. 63 00:02:37,074 --> 00:02:39,324 Change your batteries in your hearing aid! 64 00:02:39,368 --> 00:02:41,285 - 'cause I'm ( bleep ) if I'm sending that. - I need help. 65 00:02:41,328 --> 00:02:43,453 - Maybe you're too old. - It's raw. 66 00:02:43,497 --> 00:02:45,289 ( bleep ) 67 00:02:45,332 --> 00:02:47,499 - You are gonna derail us. - That is disgusting. 68 00:02:47,543 --> 00:02:49,543 That is inedible. That was embarrassing. 69 00:02:49,587 --> 00:02:52,379 That's one of the worst dishes I ever tasted. 70 00:02:52,423 --> 00:02:53,630 I think something went wrong along the way. 71 00:02:53,674 --> 00:02:55,340 Tastes like spicy baby food. 72 00:02:55,384 --> 00:02:58,177 - I'm going home. - Oof, this is painful. 73 00:02:58,179 --> 00:03:00,512 But those with the fighting spirit... 74 00:03:00,556 --> 00:03:01,680 I think it's absolute bull ( bleep ). 75 00:03:01,724 --> 00:03:03,056 I'm a little pissed actually. 76 00:03:03,058 --> 00:03:04,850 I'm definitely not ready to go home. 77 00:03:04,894 --> 00:03:06,852 We asked for michelin star standard 78 00:03:06,854 --> 00:03:09,980 - And you've gone above and beyond. - ....Will rise. 79 00:03:10,024 --> 00:03:12,399 - Honestly? Next level. - Thank you. 80 00:03:12,443 --> 00:03:15,152 - This dish is amazing. - Talk about a show-stopper. 81 00:03:15,196 --> 00:03:18,113 Only one home cook can claim the title... 82 00:03:18,157 --> 00:03:19,990 It's the best dish of your generation. 83 00:03:20,034 --> 00:03:21,408 - The trophy... - So boomer. 84 00:03:21,452 --> 00:03:23,118 That's who I am. 85 00:03:23,162 --> 00:03:25,495 ...And a quarter of a million dollars. 86 00:03:25,539 --> 00:03:27,206 - It's a joy to taste. - Thank you, chef. 87 00:03:27,249 --> 00:03:28,457 Your evolution is truly remarkable. 88 00:03:28,500 --> 00:03:32,044 This is "masterchef: Generations." 89 00:03:32,087 --> 00:03:34,338 An old dog can learn new tricks. 90 00:03:34,340 --> 00:03:35,631 Living proof. 91 00:03:39,094 --> 00:03:43,555 ( music playing ) 92 00:03:51,232 --> 00:03:54,733 - Oh, my gosh! - ( laughing ) 93 00:03:54,777 --> 00:03:57,653 - Whoo! - Let's go! 94 00:03:57,696 --> 00:04:00,405 - Season 14! - Finally here. 95 00:04:00,449 --> 00:04:02,324 Look at this, look at this. Come on. 96 00:04:02,368 --> 00:04:04,993 Let's go! Whoo! 97 00:04:04,995 --> 00:04:06,662 Wow! We're here! 98 00:04:06,705 --> 00:04:09,248 Oh, my god! Look at the generations! 99 00:04:09,291 --> 00:04:13,293 - Baby boomers. Gen x. - This is amazing. 100 00:04:13,295 --> 00:04:15,963 - I can't believe I'm here. - Oh, my god. 101 00:04:15,965 --> 00:04:19,383 Gen z is probably the most creative out of all the generations. 102 00:04:19,426 --> 00:04:21,426 We grew up with social media. 103 00:04:21,470 --> 00:04:23,470 We're not actually using cookbooks like the boomers. 104 00:04:23,514 --> 00:04:27,307 - Anybody want a mint? Would you like a mint? - Yes. 105 00:04:27,351 --> 00:04:29,268 I'm a boomer, but that is not gonna hold me back. 106 00:04:29,311 --> 00:04:33,438 I am ready to come out hooting and hollering with that apron. 107 00:04:33,524 --> 00:04:35,399 Millennials, baby! 108 00:04:35,401 --> 00:04:37,109 Millennials all day. We gotta fight. 109 00:04:37,111 --> 00:04:39,736 - We got this, yo. - Can we start cooking yet? 110 00:04:39,780 --> 00:04:43,699 Oh, my god. Is this happening? Is this them? 111 00:04:43,701 --> 00:04:45,492 - Oh, my god. - Oh. 112 00:04:45,536 --> 00:04:51,123 - ( music playing ) - ( crowd cheering ) 113 00:04:51,166 --> 00:04:54,293 - Whoo! - ( music continues ) 114 00:04:54,295 --> 00:04:56,670 - Gordon: Here we go. - Yeah! 115 00:04:56,714 --> 00:04:57,963 Whoo! 116 00:04:58,007 --> 00:05:00,048 - Wow. Season 14. - Wow. 117 00:05:00,092 --> 00:05:03,385 ( cheering continues ) 118 00:05:04,763 --> 00:05:06,305 Thank you. 119 00:05:08,600 --> 00:05:13,186 Welcome to the most famous kitchen anywhere in the world, 120 00:05:13,230 --> 00:05:14,730 The masterchef kitchen! 121 00:05:17,901 --> 00:05:21,987 You are the luckiest individuals from thousands of applicants 122 00:05:22,031 --> 00:05:24,698 Who made it to the auditions tonight. 123 00:05:24,700 --> 00:05:26,241 - ( cheering ) - yeah! 124 00:05:27,411 --> 00:05:30,287 - Let's go! - "masterchef" has always been 125 00:05:30,331 --> 00:05:33,290 About finding outstanding amateur cooks. 126 00:05:33,334 --> 00:05:36,543 But honestly, what we've learned most after all these years 127 00:05:36,587 --> 00:05:40,005 Is that no matter how old or young you are, 128 00:05:40,040 --> 00:05:43,717 You can still become america's next masterchef. 129 00:05:43,761 --> 00:05:46,094 - Yes! - Let's go! 130 00:05:46,096 --> 00:05:50,265 This is "masterchef: Generations." 131 00:05:52,019 --> 00:05:54,186 - Yes! I'm ready! Let's go! - The big question is, 132 00:05:54,229 --> 00:05:55,979 Which generation's gonna win it all? 133 00:05:55,981 --> 00:05:58,065 - Millennials! - Boomers! 134 00:05:58,108 --> 00:06:01,568 - ( overlapping shouts ) - millennials! Millennials! 135 00:06:01,612 --> 00:06:04,154 Will it be the kings and queens of flavor, 136 00:06:04,198 --> 00:06:09,284 Who are incredibly wise and have learned how to cook from world old recipes? 137 00:06:09,328 --> 00:06:12,245 - The baby boomers. - ( cheering ) 138 00:06:12,289 --> 00:06:14,414 - Yeah! - Baby boomers! 139 00:06:14,458 --> 00:06:19,586 Maybe it's the resourceful and incredibly independent generation x. 140 00:06:19,630 --> 00:06:22,506 ( cheering ) 141 00:06:24,134 --> 00:06:26,134 Will it be the open-minded, 142 00:06:26,178 --> 00:06:29,137 Savvy, sophisticated millennials? 143 00:06:33,143 --> 00:06:34,393 Or will it be the ambitious-- 144 00:06:34,436 --> 00:06:38,146 And most of my followers from tiktok-- 145 00:06:38,190 --> 00:06:41,483 - Gen z, ladies and gentlemen. - Let's go! 146 00:06:44,279 --> 00:06:48,490 Now, whoever rises to the top, will win the title, 147 00:06:48,534 --> 00:06:53,995 - The beautiful masterchef trophy... - Yeah, baby! 148 00:06:54,039 --> 00:06:58,208 ...And a quarter of a million dollars. 149 00:07:00,379 --> 00:07:03,463 Now all of you, it's time to show us 150 00:07:03,465 --> 00:07:05,215 That you deserve 151 00:07:05,259 --> 00:07:10,595 A legendary masterchef apron. 152 00:07:13,934 --> 00:07:17,853 In the auditions, as always, you have to make us your signature dish. 153 00:07:17,896 --> 00:07:23,108 And we will be judging you on flavor, technique, and, of course, plating. 154 00:07:23,110 --> 00:07:29,030 Right, it's time to answer the question I know you all have. 155 00:07:29,032 --> 00:07:34,286 The generation cooking tonight is the... 156 00:07:34,288 --> 00:07:37,122 - Millennials! - ( cheering ) 157 00:07:37,166 --> 00:07:41,418 - Yeah! - Millennials! 158 00:07:41,462 --> 00:07:43,253 Go! 159 00:07:43,297 --> 00:07:45,255 Joe: You millennials were born 160 00:07:45,257 --> 00:07:47,466 Between the early '80s and the mid '90s, 161 00:07:47,468 --> 00:07:52,012 And you grew up during the peak of food television. 162 00:07:52,055 --> 00:07:55,891 You may have picked up a few techniques from this very show. 163 00:07:55,893 --> 00:08:00,562 Now, if you want a spot in this masterchef kitchen, 164 00:08:00,606 --> 00:08:04,357 You need three yesses from the judges to get an apron. 165 00:08:04,401 --> 00:08:06,943 And tonight, we're bringing in a very special 166 00:08:07,029 --> 00:08:10,572 Fourth guest judge from your generation. 167 00:08:10,574 --> 00:08:13,492 - Whoo! - Wow. 168 00:08:13,494 --> 00:08:14,993 Oh, my god. 169 00:08:15,037 --> 00:08:19,456 She's been on the forbes 30 under 30 list, 170 00:08:19,500 --> 00:08:23,335 And also the best-selling author of three amazing cookbooks. 171 00:08:23,378 --> 00:08:28,006 Please welcome priya krishna, ladies and gentlemen. 172 00:08:28,008 --> 00:08:32,177 ( music playing ) 173 00:08:32,221 --> 00:08:35,388 - Hey! - Oh, my god. I've got goosebumps. 174 00:08:35,432 --> 00:08:40,060 - So good to see you. Welcome, darling. - Hi, hi, hi. Hi. 175 00:08:41,313 --> 00:08:43,688 - You okay? - These are happy tears, gordon. 176 00:08:43,732 --> 00:08:45,440 Gordon: Oh, they're happy tears? Okay, great. 177 00:08:45,484 --> 00:08:49,319 Right, welcome to the masterchef kitchen. 178 00:08:49,363 --> 00:08:51,196 Thank you. It's my first time. I'm thrilled to be here. 179 00:08:51,240 --> 00:08:54,991 - Long time listener, first time caller. - Ah, amazing. 180 00:08:54,993 --> 00:08:57,327 Congratulations on an amazing career. 181 00:08:57,371 --> 00:09:00,455 Not just as a prolific cook, but food writer as well. 182 00:09:00,499 --> 00:09:03,250 Heavily featured across "the new york times," "bon appétit." 183 00:09:03,293 --> 00:09:06,002 Published three incredible cookbooks. 184 00:09:06,046 --> 00:09:08,463 - Born in the early '90s. - Yep. Peak millennial. 185 00:09:08,507 --> 00:09:10,924 - Gordon: A solid millennial, right? - ( priya laughs ) 186 00:09:10,968 --> 00:09:15,512 What is the most exciting thing about millennials from a food perspective? 187 00:09:15,556 --> 00:09:17,305 I think we're not afraid to innovate. 188 00:09:17,349 --> 00:09:20,016 We're not afraid to throw the rulebook out. 189 00:09:20,060 --> 00:09:22,978 We're moving food in a new exciting direction. 190 00:09:23,021 --> 00:09:24,729 I am so biased towards our generation. 191 00:09:24,731 --> 00:09:26,231 - That's great. - Can you tell? 192 00:09:26,275 --> 00:09:29,568 - Yeah! - ( cheering ) 193 00:09:30,696 --> 00:09:32,320 Right, listen carefully. 194 00:09:32,364 --> 00:09:36,241 Tonight, you have 45 minutes to cook us your signature dish. 195 00:09:36,243 --> 00:09:41,246 - We'll see you in the restaurant. - Yes! Let's go, baby! 196 00:09:50,382 --> 00:09:52,340 - Very exciting, guys. - Okay. Here we go. 197 00:09:52,384 --> 00:09:55,093 Priya, it's such an honor to have you here. 198 00:09:55,137 --> 00:09:57,095 It is amazing to be here. 199 00:09:57,097 --> 00:10:00,098 I've been watching this show since high school. 200 00:10:00,183 --> 00:10:01,600 You're making us feel old. 201 00:10:03,729 --> 00:10:06,438 I think it's one of the most exciting seasons because of the theme 202 00:10:06,440 --> 00:10:08,273 That the generations are gonna create. 203 00:10:08,275 --> 00:10:10,358 We're gonna go through 70 years 204 00:10:10,402 --> 00:10:13,361 And four generations of american food culture 205 00:10:13,405 --> 00:10:16,239 - In this season of "masterchef." - this is gonna be good. 206 00:10:16,283 --> 00:10:18,325 So what are we looking for and what is the standard? 207 00:10:18,368 --> 00:10:20,368 For me the bar is very high for millennials. 208 00:10:20,412 --> 00:10:24,831 We should expect ample use of gadgets like air fryers. 209 00:10:24,833 --> 00:10:28,084 And we really are a generation of bold, brilliant colors. 210 00:10:28,086 --> 00:10:32,130 My goodness, me. We're gonna see some magic. Millennial magic. 211 00:10:32,174 --> 00:10:35,759 Let's go, let's go! Why is it so quiet in here? 212 00:10:35,761 --> 00:10:39,012 - Whoo! - Yeah! 213 00:10:39,047 --> 00:10:40,889 - Whoo, whoo! - My name is jeet. 214 00:10:40,932 --> 00:10:43,266 I am 32 years old from portland, oregon. 215 00:10:43,310 --> 00:10:46,770 I grew up in new delhi with a lot of north indian flavors. 216 00:10:46,855 --> 00:10:50,815 But after moving here, I met my husband who grew up in kuwait. 217 00:10:50,859 --> 00:10:54,152 So he's got a lot of middle eastern food that he's grown up with, 218 00:10:54,196 --> 00:10:56,071 And all those different cultures and cuisines 219 00:10:56,114 --> 00:10:59,199 And flavors is what I'm trying to put together on a plate. 220 00:10:59,201 --> 00:11:00,617 Rocking and rolling. 221 00:11:00,661 --> 00:11:02,744 I'm excited to be here today. 222 00:11:02,746 --> 00:11:05,163 I am a huge "masterchef" fan. 223 00:11:05,207 --> 00:11:08,083 At home, it's kind of like we play "masterchef" every day, 224 00:11:08,085 --> 00:11:10,168 - And he's gordon. - Looks so pretty. 225 00:11:10,212 --> 00:11:13,463 - Come on, come on, come on. - You got it! 226 00:11:13,507 --> 00:11:16,591 All right, I'm ready. Can we please get out there already? 227 00:11:16,635 --> 00:11:18,677 - Let's go. - Okay. 228 00:11:20,004 --> 00:11:21,888 ( cheers and applause ) 229 00:11:21,932 --> 00:11:24,349 You're right. 230 00:11:24,351 --> 00:11:26,393 - The energy's incredible. - Oh, my god. Amazing. 231 00:11:26,436 --> 00:11:29,437 - Good evening. - Hello, chefs. 232 00:11:29,481 --> 00:11:32,148 - How are you? - I'm good. How are you? 233 00:11:32,150 --> 00:11:33,566 - First name? - My first name is jeet. 234 00:11:33,610 --> 00:11:35,276 - Jeet, welcome. - Jeet. 235 00:11:35,320 --> 00:11:37,320 Now tell us the dish. What are you doing? 236 00:11:37,322 --> 00:11:39,114 I'm making some crispy rice paper dumplings 237 00:11:39,157 --> 00:11:42,117 And I'm gonna fill them with a carrot halwa 238 00:11:42,160 --> 00:11:47,163 And sweetened thickened condensed milk right there... 239 00:11:47,207 --> 00:11:48,540 This is a traditional dish, right? 240 00:11:48,542 --> 00:11:50,542 Normally served around the holidays-- diwali. 241 00:11:50,544 --> 00:11:53,086 Absolutely, it's a very common indian dessert, 242 00:11:53,130 --> 00:11:54,295 Especially in the north. 243 00:11:57,426 --> 00:12:00,093 Absolutely, and I think that's where the balance comes in 244 00:12:00,095 --> 00:12:02,137 From the creaminess of the rabri. 245 00:12:02,180 --> 00:12:03,346 What's the millennial twist on this thing? 246 00:12:03,390 --> 00:12:05,640 So instead of serving it traditionally, 247 00:12:05,684 --> 00:12:09,477 I'm turning them into little bite-sized dumplings. 248 00:12:09,521 --> 00:12:11,354 - Okay. - Secondly, I'm gonna air fry them. 249 00:12:11,398 --> 00:12:13,106 Is that a millennial thing now? 250 00:12:13,191 --> 00:12:15,191 That's the most millennial thing ever, isn't it? 251 00:12:15,235 --> 00:12:17,861 - There we go. There we go. - I love that. 252 00:12:17,904 --> 00:12:21,489 - Just under 20 minutes to go. - Thank you, chefs. Thank you, thank you. 253 00:12:21,533 --> 00:12:22,532 Thank you. 254 00:12:24,244 --> 00:12:27,454 - Gordon: Interesting. - What do you think guys? 255 00:12:27,497 --> 00:12:28,955 - It looks pretty good. - Amazing. 256 00:12:28,999 --> 00:12:30,540 - Yeah, this look good. - It's beautiful. 257 00:12:30,584 --> 00:12:32,584 So with my dish, one of the main things 258 00:12:32,627 --> 00:12:34,753 That I know I have to nail 259 00:12:34,796 --> 00:12:38,256 Is making sure that the flavors are not overly sweet. 260 00:12:38,341 --> 00:12:40,592 All: Six, five, four, 261 00:12:40,635 --> 00:12:43,178 Three, two, one. 262 00:12:43,221 --> 00:12:45,430 - ( cheering ) - yes! 263 00:12:50,604 --> 00:12:54,689 What I want the judges to see is the melting pot that is jeet. 264 00:12:54,733 --> 00:12:56,483 Whoo! 265 00:12:56,526 --> 00:12:58,193 Whoo! 266 00:13:00,030 --> 00:13:02,280 - Gordon: Welcome. - Jeet: Hello, everyone. 267 00:13:04,534 --> 00:13:07,994 Today I've made crispy rice paper dumplings 268 00:13:07,996 --> 00:13:11,581 That are stuffed with carrot halwa and rabri, 269 00:13:11,625 --> 00:13:15,043 Which is a sweetened thickened condensed milk. 270 00:13:15,086 --> 00:13:17,462 All righty, shall we? Vámonos. 271 00:13:17,506 --> 00:13:23,384 So, jeet, as you know, I'm a big lover of indian cuisine, 272 00:13:23,386 --> 00:13:25,220 And visually it looks beautiful. 273 00:13:25,263 --> 00:13:27,972 - Thank you, chef. - And it just oozes confidence. 274 00:13:28,058 --> 00:13:31,100 Let's hope it's delicious as it is interesting to look at. 275 00:13:31,144 --> 00:13:34,229 - Thank you. - Priya: All right. 276 00:13:34,272 --> 00:13:36,397 How long were they in the air fryer for? 277 00:13:36,441 --> 00:13:39,234 - Jeet: About five minutes. - So air is the new oil. 278 00:13:45,867 --> 00:13:48,576 Aarón: Okay, jeet, so in order for you to get one of those coveted aprons, 279 00:13:48,578 --> 00:13:51,246 You're gonna need three yesses from us judges. 280 00:13:51,289 --> 00:13:53,623 - Chef gordon? - Um... 281 00:13:55,794 --> 00:13:57,752 Delicious. Really delicious. A treat. 282 00:13:57,796 --> 00:14:00,171 And it's not as sweet as you thought it was gonna be. 283 00:14:00,215 --> 00:14:02,590 So it's a celebration, and I think more than anything, 284 00:14:02,634 --> 00:14:04,008 I taste the sentiment. 285 00:14:04,052 --> 00:14:05,385 But then the confidence of crossing over 286 00:14:05,428 --> 00:14:07,971 And turning it into a dumpling-- 287 00:14:08,056 --> 00:14:09,347 For me, yeah, 100% yes. 288 00:14:09,391 --> 00:14:10,974 Thank you. 289 00:14:11,017 --> 00:14:12,934 It takes guts to cook a dish like this, 290 00:14:12,978 --> 00:14:15,144 With a step in india 291 00:14:15,188 --> 00:14:17,480 And a step in the rest of the world. 292 00:14:17,524 --> 00:14:20,024 I wish the dumpling wrapper were a little bit less gummy... 293 00:14:20,026 --> 00:14:21,276 - Okay. - ...But great start. 294 00:14:21,319 --> 00:14:24,404 - This is awesome. It's a yes. - Thank you. 295 00:14:24,447 --> 00:14:26,531 All right, jeet, so that's two yesses. 296 00:14:26,533 --> 00:14:30,243 You need one more in order to get your hands on that apron. 297 00:14:30,287 --> 00:14:33,913 - Yes, chef. - Now, for me... ( sighs ) 298 00:14:33,957 --> 00:14:35,874 ...It's very hard to overlook the gumminess of that wrapper. 299 00:14:35,917 --> 00:14:39,127 - Okay. - I'm sorry. It detracts from the interesting elements 300 00:14:39,129 --> 00:14:41,045 That you stuffed it with. 301 00:14:41,089 --> 00:14:43,256 So for me it's a no. I'm sorry. 302 00:14:43,300 --> 00:14:46,134 Gordon: That's two yesses and one no. 303 00:14:46,136 --> 00:14:49,095 The fate lies in joe's hands. 304 00:14:49,139 --> 00:14:51,347 Joe, please. 305 00:14:51,391 --> 00:14:54,475 Like, I don't even know what to say. 306 00:15:07,115 --> 00:15:08,990 That's two yesses and one no. 307 00:15:08,992 --> 00:15:14,203 Your fate lies in joe's hands. Joe, please. 308 00:15:14,247 --> 00:15:17,332 Like, I don't even know what to say. 309 00:15:18,376 --> 00:15:20,627 So I'm only gonna say one thing. 310 00:15:23,548 --> 00:15:24,547 Yes. 311 00:15:26,259 --> 00:15:27,967 It's delicious. Come here. 312 00:15:27,969 --> 00:15:29,302 - Oh, my god. Thank-- - put this on. 313 00:15:29,346 --> 00:15:31,012 - It was great. - Thank you. 314 00:15:31,056 --> 00:15:33,222 I've never tasted anything like it. Amazing. 315 00:15:33,266 --> 00:15:34,974 - Gordon: Delicious, yes. - Quintessential millennial. 316 00:15:35,018 --> 00:15:37,018 Quintessential millennial! Wow. 317 00:15:37,062 --> 00:15:39,395 - Thank you, guys. - In true millennial style, 318 00:15:39,439 --> 00:15:41,356 - Should we do a selfie? - Absolutely, absolutely. 319 00:15:41,399 --> 00:15:43,316 - Oh! A selfie. - Yes, please. 320 00:15:43,360 --> 00:15:44,984 - All right. Do you have long arms? - Here we go. 321 00:15:45,028 --> 00:15:46,527 Come on. Get in, get in, get in. It's a yes. 322 00:15:46,571 --> 00:15:49,197 - ( laughing ) - gordon: Well done. 323 00:15:51,660 --> 00:15:54,911 ( cheering ) 324 00:15:54,955 --> 00:15:56,120 I told you! 325 00:15:56,122 --> 00:15:58,873 - I got an apron! - Whoo! 326 00:15:58,917 --> 00:16:03,086 I'm just, like, smiling so much, my cheeks hurt. 327 00:16:08,510 --> 00:16:11,302 Joe: High standard this year, guys. Good stuff. 328 00:16:11,346 --> 00:16:13,513 One apron given away. Four remaining. 329 00:16:13,556 --> 00:16:17,225 - Priya: A great start. - ( crowd cheering ) 330 00:16:20,146 --> 00:16:22,188 Are you cooking any children in that pot? 331 00:16:22,232 --> 00:16:24,357 - No, I'm not cooking children in the pot. - ( laughing ) 332 00:16:24,401 --> 00:16:27,026 I'm a vegan! I don't cook living things. 333 00:16:27,070 --> 00:16:30,113 So I'm a kitchen witch, and basically what that means 334 00:16:30,156 --> 00:16:32,281 Is just like I mix my herbs and spices 335 00:16:32,325 --> 00:16:33,366 And I put my energy into my spell work, 336 00:16:33,410 --> 00:16:35,118 I do the same thing in the kitchen 337 00:16:35,161 --> 00:16:37,286 By putting all my positive happy energy into it, 338 00:16:37,330 --> 00:16:38,746 And that's what makes it taste so good. 339 00:16:38,790 --> 00:16:40,039 It's magic. 340 00:16:40,083 --> 00:16:41,708 The cauldron is brewing. 341 00:16:41,710 --> 00:16:43,376 Let's go, lexi. 342 00:16:47,298 --> 00:16:49,215 - Hi! - How are you? 343 00:16:49,259 --> 00:16:51,384 - Welcome. I'm lexi. - How are you? 344 00:16:51,428 --> 00:16:53,511 - Lexi. Nice to meet you. - I'm the kitchen witch. 345 00:16:53,555 --> 00:16:55,263 - Oh, very nice! - You're a kitchen witch. 346 00:16:55,265 --> 00:16:56,973 So you put magic in the food? 347 00:16:57,017 --> 00:16:58,349 - Of course. - What is that? 348 00:16:58,393 --> 00:16:59,684 This is vegan chicken roulade. 349 00:16:59,728 --> 00:17:01,227 It's soy based and I'm using it 350 00:17:01,271 --> 00:17:02,979 Kind of like a ground meat. 351 00:17:03,023 --> 00:17:05,023 Do you eat vegan normally? Is that your deal? 352 00:17:05,066 --> 00:17:07,525 Yes, I'm showing people that it's not just rabbit food and salads 353 00:17:07,527 --> 00:17:10,236 - And you can be creative. - Is this mom? 354 00:17:10,280 --> 00:17:12,196 - Lexi: Grandma and mama. - I love it. 355 00:17:12,231 --> 00:17:14,741 We'll let you cast your last spells and finish up here. 356 00:17:14,743 --> 00:17:16,117 - Good luck. - Thank you, guys. 357 00:17:16,161 --> 00:17:17,952 - Thank you. - The oven's too hot! 358 00:17:17,996 --> 00:17:19,495 Watch the lashes, watch the lashes. 359 00:17:19,539 --> 00:17:21,956 This is my passion. This is what I love to do. 360 00:17:21,958 --> 00:17:26,169 I just need to nail this and make sure that it just tastes good. 361 00:17:26,212 --> 00:17:28,504 Gotta make 'em real pretty. Look at that. Beautiful. 362 00:17:28,590 --> 00:17:31,340 All: Three, two, one! 363 00:17:34,137 --> 00:17:38,056 Yes! I did not come here to not get an apron. 364 00:17:38,099 --> 00:17:42,101 I didn't bring grandma on her first flight ever, okay, to not get an apron. 365 00:17:42,103 --> 00:17:45,271 Okay, so, before we start... 366 00:17:47,525 --> 00:17:48,733 What in the... 367 00:17:48,735 --> 00:17:50,401 What, what-- is that a candle? 368 00:17:50,403 --> 00:17:52,862 No, this is sage. We need to cleanse the energy. 369 00:17:52,906 --> 00:17:55,114 - Cleanse the what? - The thing about our generation, 370 00:17:55,158 --> 00:17:57,492 - We're into witch stuff. - Come on, guys. 371 00:17:57,535 --> 00:18:01,120 - Uh, madame, this is a competition. - Yes? 372 00:18:01,122 --> 00:18:03,706 Halloween is ( bleep ) long gone. 373 00:18:03,750 --> 00:18:07,293 Please give us your name and what you've created on that beautiful dish. 374 00:18:07,337 --> 00:18:12,006 I'm lexi. I made a spinach and artichoke vegan chicken roulade. 375 00:18:12,008 --> 00:18:14,425 - The anticipation is killing me. - Let's eat. 376 00:18:14,427 --> 00:18:16,260 - Take a look? - Let's do it. 377 00:18:16,262 --> 00:18:18,137 Gordon: Wow. Right, visuals. 378 00:18:18,181 --> 00:18:22,517 Listen, it's hard to say that looks like a roulade. 379 00:18:22,560 --> 00:18:25,019 It's looking like it's gonna be a little dry and chalky, 380 00:18:25,063 --> 00:18:27,230 But the vegetables look good, so let's see. 381 00:18:27,273 --> 00:18:29,732 - I'm keeping an open mind. - Gordon: Shall we? 382 00:18:29,734 --> 00:18:31,400 Right, what's in the middle here? 383 00:18:31,444 --> 00:18:34,529 Spinach and artichoke and vegan cream cheese. 384 00:18:43,123 --> 00:18:47,458 All right, so you're gonna need three yesses in order to garner an apron. 385 00:18:47,502 --> 00:18:48,876 We're gonna start with chef gordon. 386 00:18:48,962 --> 00:18:50,378 Uh, ooh, dear. 387 00:18:50,421 --> 00:18:55,716 I'm desperate for you to maybe cast a spell on my palate 388 00:18:55,718 --> 00:18:58,136 To help it taste better. 389 00:18:58,179 --> 00:19:01,013 It tastes strange, and the sponge texture like no other. 390 00:19:01,057 --> 00:19:04,392 I love your spirit and the energy, but I'm not in love with your food. 391 00:19:04,394 --> 00:19:06,561 Lexi, I'm sorry. That's a no from me. 392 00:19:08,398 --> 00:19:12,900 Look, I like you, but for me, it just kind of misses the mark. 393 00:19:12,944 --> 00:19:14,402 It's not cooked properly. 394 00:19:14,445 --> 00:19:16,904 For me, unfortunately, it's an no. 395 00:19:16,948 --> 00:19:20,158 - Okay. - So, sadly, that's two nos. 396 00:19:20,160 --> 00:19:22,160 - Gordon: Sorry. - Good luck to you. 397 00:19:22,203 --> 00:19:24,370 - Priya: Thank you so much. - Aarón: Thank you so much. 398 00:19:26,332 --> 00:19:30,001 Come on, lexi. Aww, lexi. All right. 399 00:19:30,003 --> 00:19:32,587 It's okay, baby. It's all right. 400 00:19:34,299 --> 00:19:36,174 - They weren't ready for the witch. - They weren't. 401 00:19:36,176 --> 00:19:38,342 - They're not ready for the kitchen witch. - No, they're not ready. 402 00:19:38,386 --> 00:19:41,053 I'll give them another season to let it brew. 403 00:19:41,097 --> 00:19:44,223 That one was, like, tough to swallow. 404 00:19:44,267 --> 00:19:46,517 That's one of the worst dishes I ever tasted. 405 00:19:59,532 --> 00:20:03,451 - ( crowd cheering ) - so quiet! Let's go! 406 00:20:03,494 --> 00:20:05,953 - ( cheering continues ) - my name is kamay. 407 00:20:05,997 --> 00:20:08,789 I'm from washington, dc. Repping the capital. 408 00:20:08,875 --> 00:20:13,252 I'm an attorney by day and I'm gonna make gordon food that he cannot object to. 409 00:20:13,296 --> 00:20:16,505 I pride myself on being a smart, sharp attorney. 410 00:20:16,549 --> 00:20:21,427 But food feeds my soul while the law feeds my mind. 411 00:20:23,598 --> 00:20:25,473 It's good. 412 00:20:25,516 --> 00:20:29,393 ( crowd cheering ) 413 00:20:31,022 --> 00:20:33,522 - Right. Good evening. - Hello! 414 00:20:33,566 --> 00:20:35,524 - How are you? Welcome, welcome, welcome. - Good to see you, chef. 415 00:20:35,568 --> 00:20:38,444 - Thank you so much. Good to see you. - Welcome, welcome, welcome. 416 00:20:38,446 --> 00:20:39,904 Now first name, where you're from, and you're with. 417 00:20:39,948 --> 00:20:41,322 Kamay. I'm from washington, dc. 418 00:20:41,366 --> 00:20:44,200 This is my father jean and this is my wife emily. 419 00:20:44,244 --> 00:20:46,244 Welcome, emily. Welcome, dad. 420 00:20:46,287 --> 00:20:49,038 We are recently married after eleven years together. 421 00:20:49,082 --> 00:20:51,040 - How recently? - A month ago. 422 00:20:51,084 --> 00:20:54,085 - Oh, my god! - And we postponed our honeymoon to be on "masterchef." 423 00:20:54,128 --> 00:20:55,962 Whoa, hold on a bit. You postponed the honeymoon? 424 00:20:56,005 --> 00:20:57,421 - We did. We're here. - Priya: Wow. 425 00:20:57,465 --> 00:20:59,507 - That's a huge sacrifice. - That's a small sacrifice. 426 00:20:59,592 --> 00:21:02,093 - We'll celebrate when I win. - Gordon: Love that. 427 00:21:02,095 --> 00:21:03,386 Tell us about the dish. What is this? 428 00:21:03,388 --> 00:21:06,180 So we have a haitian inspired snapper filet, 429 00:21:06,182 --> 00:21:07,890 A picked cabbage called pikliz. 430 00:21:07,934 --> 00:21:11,185 This is usually stewed in a tomato sauce for quite some time. 431 00:21:11,229 --> 00:21:13,229 I'm doing a little bit of a deconstructed version. 432 00:21:13,231 --> 00:21:16,107 And it's gonna be delicious. You're gonna love it. 433 00:21:16,150 --> 00:21:17,942 This is sort of a millennial twist on it. 434 00:21:17,986 --> 00:21:19,277 A millennial twist. Exactly. 435 00:21:19,320 --> 00:21:21,570 What do you think defines haitian food? 436 00:21:21,614 --> 00:21:23,406 Love, spice, excitement. 437 00:21:23,408 --> 00:21:25,491 - Gordon: Love that. - Thank you so much. 438 00:21:25,535 --> 00:21:27,451 Make sure that fish is cooked all the way through. 439 00:21:27,495 --> 00:21:29,537 - Yes. - Good luck, good luck, good luck. 440 00:21:29,580 --> 00:21:30,538 Thank you. 441 00:21:32,417 --> 00:21:35,334 Eye on the prize, kamay. Eye on the prize. 442 00:21:35,336 --> 00:21:38,129 How's it looking? It looks good? 443 00:21:38,172 --> 00:21:39,297 - It looks good? - It's good. 444 00:21:39,340 --> 00:21:41,299 I have put my job on hold, 445 00:21:41,342 --> 00:21:43,050 I have put my honeymoon on hold, 446 00:21:43,094 --> 00:21:47,054 Because this opportunity means everything to me. 447 00:21:47,098 --> 00:21:48,097 We're gonna get it. We're gonna get it. 448 00:21:48,099 --> 00:21:53,394 Five, four, three, two, one! 449 00:21:53,396 --> 00:21:55,012 - ( crowd cheering ) - whoo! 450 00:21:55,014 --> 00:21:57,356 Yeah! 451 00:21:57,400 --> 00:22:00,776 - Getting an apron would absolutely change my life. - You got this! 452 00:22:00,778 --> 00:22:03,988 It would confirm that I'm more than just a great attorney. 453 00:22:04,032 --> 00:22:07,450 I'm also an incredible cook. 454 00:22:07,452 --> 00:22:10,328 My name is kamay. I'm an attorney for the federal government. 455 00:22:10,371 --> 00:22:14,123 And what we have here is a haitian inspired snapper filet 456 00:22:14,167 --> 00:22:18,002 With a jasmine rice and peas, a spicy tomato sauce, 457 00:22:18,046 --> 00:22:21,172 And a side of pickled cabbage that we call pikliz. 458 00:22:21,215 --> 00:22:25,718 - Sounds delicious. - Madame, may we approach the bench, please? 459 00:22:25,762 --> 00:22:27,011 - Shall we? - Of course. 460 00:22:27,055 --> 00:22:29,055 - Yeah. - Uh, right. 461 00:22:29,098 --> 00:22:32,683 Uh, visually, it looks simple. 462 00:22:32,685 --> 00:22:35,478 However, I'm just glad you've cooked that fish beautifully. 463 00:22:35,521 --> 00:22:38,105 - 'cause it's glistening from here. - Thank you, chef. 464 00:22:38,149 --> 00:22:39,565 And so how long was the fish cooked for? 465 00:22:39,567 --> 00:22:43,402 Uh, 13 to 14 minutes. It was pan-seared. 466 00:22:43,404 --> 00:22:47,615 And then I popped it in the oven to make sure the thick center was cooked. 467 00:22:50,328 --> 00:22:53,329 Aarón, please. I'm gonna start with you. 468 00:22:53,373 --> 00:22:55,122 Look, I think this is a beautiful exercise 469 00:22:55,166 --> 00:22:58,167 In how to use herbs and citrus and spice. 470 00:22:58,169 --> 00:23:00,536 - That is so delicious. - So good. 471 00:23:00,588 --> 00:23:05,091 I mean, I love that kind of heat, and it's just so loaded with flavor. 472 00:23:05,134 --> 00:23:06,592 It's a definite yes for me. 473 00:23:06,594 --> 00:23:08,177 Thank you, chef. 474 00:23:08,221 --> 00:23:10,971 For me, I really loved every component of this dish. 475 00:23:10,973 --> 00:23:12,390 I thought the fish was beautifully cooked. 476 00:23:12,433 --> 00:23:14,558 I loved the sauce and the depth of flavor. 477 00:23:14,602 --> 00:23:15,726 It's a yes for me. 478 00:23:15,770 --> 00:23:18,104 Thank you so much. Two yesses. 479 00:23:18,147 --> 00:23:21,148 One more, you've got yourself an apron. Joe? 480 00:23:21,234 --> 00:23:23,401 Listen, my problem with this dish 481 00:23:23,444 --> 00:23:26,946 Is there is a consistent mistake through every component of it, 482 00:23:27,031 --> 00:23:28,322 Which is lack of salinity. 483 00:23:28,366 --> 00:23:31,325 Salt is an amplifier for food. 484 00:23:33,320 --> 00:23:34,995 So I'm sorry. For me, it's a no. 485 00:23:34,997 --> 00:23:36,497 Thank you for the feedback. 486 00:23:37,792 --> 00:23:40,251 So two yesses and one no. 487 00:23:40,294 --> 00:23:42,253 Listen, I'm gonna be honest. Okay? 488 00:23:42,296 --> 00:23:45,256 The fish looked like it was gonna get all elevated, 489 00:23:45,299 --> 00:23:48,259 And then you short of dumped it on a huge plate of rice. 490 00:23:49,670 --> 00:23:52,096 Oh, it's a tough one. Um... 491 00:24:00,189 --> 00:24:02,523 - ( crowd groans ) - oh. 492 00:24:05,695 --> 00:24:08,529 ( crowd cheering ) 493 00:24:13,161 --> 00:24:14,410 I'm repping the millennial generation. 494 00:24:14,454 --> 00:24:16,704 I have an apron. I'm setting the bar high. 495 00:24:16,747 --> 00:24:19,415 - Proud of you. - Thank you. 496 00:24:19,459 --> 00:24:21,542 Now I'm going for the top. I'm gonna be the masterchef. 497 00:24:21,544 --> 00:24:24,503 - That's right! - I just can't let the salt thing go. 498 00:24:24,547 --> 00:24:26,538 But she seems like someone who takes feedback. 499 00:24:26,549 --> 00:24:30,301 - Totally. - Two aprons gone and three left to give. 500 00:24:43,774 --> 00:24:46,850 My name is tori and I'm really proud to be a millennial. 501 00:24:46,861 --> 00:24:51,989 You know, gotta love gen z, but I think sometimes they have a hard time listening to people, 502 00:24:52,033 --> 00:24:53,240 And I think we know the balance. 503 00:24:53,284 --> 00:24:55,451 So I'm happy to be a millennial. 504 00:24:55,495 --> 00:24:58,204 I am making deep fried salmon croquettes. 505 00:24:58,247 --> 00:25:01,081 And I think this is probably the most millennial dish you can make. 506 00:25:01,125 --> 00:25:02,333 ( laughing ) 507 00:25:02,376 --> 00:25:04,835 Tori: Do we hear that... ( imitates sizzling ) 508 00:25:04,879 --> 00:25:08,214 There we go. That's what I like to hear. Sizzle, sizzle. 509 00:25:09,800 --> 00:25:12,092 That looks so beautiful, tori. 510 00:25:12,136 --> 00:25:15,721 All: Three, two, one! 511 00:25:20,728 --> 00:25:23,395 Go, tori! 512 00:25:24,941 --> 00:25:26,190 - Hello. - Joe: Hi. 513 00:25:26,234 --> 00:25:27,358 Gordon: So good to see you. 514 00:25:27,401 --> 00:25:29,527 So good to see you, my goodness. 515 00:25:29,529 --> 00:25:32,071 I'm tori. I'm a high school english teacher. 516 00:25:32,114 --> 00:25:34,740 And I made deep fried salmon croquettes 517 00:25:34,784 --> 00:25:37,368 - With a purple sweet potato purée. - Why croquettes? 518 00:25:37,411 --> 00:25:39,328 Being a millennial, you grow up in the kitchen, 519 00:25:39,372 --> 00:25:41,163 You watch your mother, you watch your grandmother. 520 00:25:41,165 --> 00:25:43,958 However, you're eager to try new things. 521 00:25:44,001 --> 00:25:45,251 Youtube at your fingertips. 522 00:25:45,294 --> 00:25:47,545 You just become a little bit more adventurous. 523 00:25:47,547 --> 00:25:50,965 - Right, shall we? Wow. - Yeah. Let's do it. 524 00:25:50,967 --> 00:25:54,969 Visually, it looks quirky. A little touch of picasso going on with the purées. 525 00:25:55,012 --> 00:25:58,180 I have to say, this doesn't feel super millennial to me. 526 00:25:58,224 --> 00:26:03,227 The swoosh seems very '90s. But I feel like the creativity is all millennial. 527 00:26:03,271 --> 00:26:06,355 - Thank you. - So let's see how they taste. 528 00:26:10,152 --> 00:26:12,903 You know, tori, it tastes as quirky as it looks. 529 00:26:12,947 --> 00:26:15,739 When you have something like this, which is in essence kind of a finger food, 530 00:26:15,783 --> 00:26:19,577 This sweet potato purée has no place being on the plate. 531 00:26:19,620 --> 00:26:21,954 It just kind of seems off and disjointed. 532 00:26:21,998 --> 00:26:23,581 I'm sorry, for me it's gonna be a no. 533 00:26:23,583 --> 00:26:27,543 - Okay. - I like the flashiness of your presentation. 534 00:26:27,628 --> 00:26:30,546 - Thank you. - But the croquettes are very dense. 535 00:26:30,548 --> 00:26:36,051 It's just like filleted salmon rolled in sweet cornmeal. 536 00:26:36,095 --> 00:26:40,180 - Okay. - So, I'm sorry. For me it's a no. 537 00:26:40,224 --> 00:26:43,392 That's two nos unfortunately. 538 00:26:44,645 --> 00:26:47,646 ( crowd groans ) 539 00:26:51,319 --> 00:26:54,153 What a shame. Yeah, it's not pedestrian, but it is basic, right? 540 00:26:54,155 --> 00:26:57,364 This might even be from someone from our generation. 541 00:26:57,366 --> 00:26:59,825 This really, yeah, does not feel millennial at all. 542 00:26:59,869 --> 00:27:02,244 - This is like late '80s kind of stuff. - ( laughing ) 543 00:27:02,288 --> 00:27:05,164 Yeah, we're stepping it up here and that's not enough. 544 00:27:07,501 --> 00:27:10,586 We're doing this for the millennials! 545 00:27:14,800 --> 00:27:16,133 Represent with that fish sauce. 546 00:27:16,177 --> 00:27:18,385 You already know. Fish sauce all day. 547 00:27:18,429 --> 00:27:19,762 My name is si, I'm 30 years old, 548 00:27:19,764 --> 00:27:21,221 I'm from the bay area california, 549 00:27:21,265 --> 00:27:22,765 And I'm a biotech manager. 550 00:27:22,808 --> 00:27:25,476 I'm doing a vietnamese crêpes called bánh xèo. 551 00:27:25,478 --> 00:27:28,178 I was actually born in vietnam. I'm a vietnamese immigrant. 552 00:27:28,189 --> 00:27:30,147 I came here when I was three. 553 00:27:30,149 --> 00:27:32,274 Growing up, we were really poor 554 00:27:32,318 --> 00:27:35,986 All we had was food, love, and enjoying what we have, 555 00:27:36,030 --> 00:27:37,237 Even though we didn't have much. 556 00:27:37,281 --> 00:27:38,489 With my food, what I want to do 557 00:27:38,532 --> 00:27:41,325 Is I want to make it an experience, a memory. 558 00:27:41,327 --> 00:27:44,119 And that's why I'm gonna bring you back to vietnam. 559 00:27:44,121 --> 00:27:45,996 I'm shaking so hard. 560 00:27:46,040 --> 00:27:48,123 - It's okay. You're doing great. - Relax. 561 00:27:48,167 --> 00:27:50,542 In elementary school, my mom would give me 562 00:27:50,544 --> 00:27:53,962 You know, a tupperware full of rice, some chicken, 563 00:27:54,006 --> 00:27:55,923 And fish sauce on the side. 564 00:27:55,966 --> 00:27:59,885 And I would open that bad boy in the cafeteria and everybody ran away. 565 00:27:59,929 --> 00:28:01,178 Let's go. You can do it. 566 00:28:01,263 --> 00:28:05,265 All: Five, four, three, two, one! 567 00:28:08,729 --> 00:28:10,270 As a kid, I was ashamed, 568 00:28:10,314 --> 00:28:13,023 But now I want everybody in the world 569 00:28:13,067 --> 00:28:16,235 To taste how amazing vietnamese food is. 570 00:28:16,237 --> 00:28:19,154 - Hi, chefs. - Welcome. 571 00:28:19,198 --> 00:28:22,825 - Sorry, I'm a little nervous. - Priya: You're good. 572 00:28:22,868 --> 00:28:26,578 Hi, my name is si. This is a vietnamese crêpes called a bánh xèo 573 00:28:26,664 --> 00:28:28,747 With marinated pork, shrimp. 574 00:28:28,791 --> 00:28:32,751 On the side is fish sauce vinaigrette with fresh herbs and veggies. 575 00:28:32,795 --> 00:28:34,169 - Mm. - Sounds delicious. 576 00:28:34,213 --> 00:28:35,921 Tell us a little bit about yourself. 577 00:28:35,965 --> 00:28:37,297 I'm a refugee, an immigrant. 578 00:28:37,299 --> 00:28:40,217 And my dad brought over, you know, eight people 579 00:28:40,261 --> 00:28:42,678 With $20 in his pocket. 580 00:28:42,680 --> 00:28:44,638 He is the strongest man in the world. 581 00:28:44,682 --> 00:28:46,890 My father passed away in 2014. 582 00:28:46,934 --> 00:28:49,935 This is one of his favorite dishes that my mom used to make. 583 00:28:49,979 --> 00:28:53,272 So this reminds me of him. 584 00:28:53,315 --> 00:28:54,982 Wow. 585 00:28:55,025 --> 00:28:57,234 Your passion is so apparent 586 00:28:57,278 --> 00:29:00,404 And it really seeps through you. 587 00:29:00,448 --> 00:29:03,115 - Should we take a look? - Let's do it. 588 00:29:04,326 --> 00:29:06,118 ( sighs ) 589 00:29:06,162 --> 00:29:07,995 Presentation-wise, yeah, it looks good. 590 00:29:07,997 --> 00:29:09,747 But the secret of this is the crispiness, the texture, 591 00:29:09,790 --> 00:29:13,417 - As you well know. - How do you want us to eat it? 592 00:29:13,461 --> 00:29:15,627 - Traditionally, it's eaten with a lettuce wrap. - All right. 593 00:29:15,671 --> 00:29:17,254 You can cut off a piece, get some pickles. 594 00:29:17,298 --> 00:29:19,673 - Please dip and take a bite. - Gordon: I'm gonna dip. 595 00:29:21,010 --> 00:29:23,385 It's like a little vietnamese taco. 596 00:29:26,182 --> 00:29:29,725 I love vietnamese food and the herbs, the freshness. 597 00:29:29,727 --> 00:29:31,435 I could eat this every day. 598 00:29:31,479 --> 00:29:34,897 It was a beautiful homage to your dad. It's a yes. 599 00:29:34,940 --> 00:29:39,318 Let me tell you, the magic of this is the crêpes for me. 600 00:29:39,361 --> 00:29:43,405 The level of difficulty to get that fluffy and then still be able 601 00:29:43,449 --> 00:29:45,699 To have the integrity to hold all the ingredients-- 602 00:29:45,743 --> 00:29:47,284 So for me it's a yes. 603 00:29:47,328 --> 00:29:50,120 Gordon: Okay, si, that's two yesses. 604 00:29:50,164 --> 00:29:54,124 You need three to get your hands on that apron. 605 00:29:54,168 --> 00:29:56,210 Joe, please, how was that? 606 00:29:56,253 --> 00:30:00,756 This is a little difficult for me. I love the story. 607 00:30:00,758 --> 00:30:03,300 As a human being, I wanna say yes. 608 00:30:03,302 --> 00:30:07,721 As a judge of "masterchef," there's technically some things wrong with the dish. 609 00:30:07,723 --> 00:30:09,389 The shrimp are not seasoned at all. 610 00:30:09,391 --> 00:30:12,267 There's a strange bitterness in the crust of the crêpes. 611 00:30:12,311 --> 00:30:15,020 So I'm gonna say no and I'm gonna put you 612 00:30:15,064 --> 00:30:18,357 In the hands of my colleague gordon. 613 00:30:20,194 --> 00:30:23,070 I've been the vietnam-- multiple occasions. 614 00:30:23,113 --> 00:30:25,656 The cooling agents are there with the mint. 615 00:30:25,699 --> 00:30:29,618 It's certainly got the sour and the sweet, but it's missing the heat. 616 00:30:30,996 --> 00:30:32,704 Ah, it's so hard. 617 00:30:45,010 --> 00:30:49,263 Ah, it's so hard. I think this has been one of our most competitive seasons. 618 00:30:51,141 --> 00:30:54,268 Um, but I know deep down inside 619 00:30:54,270 --> 00:30:57,396 That your father would be very proud. 620 00:31:05,030 --> 00:31:09,324 ( all cheering ) 621 00:31:09,368 --> 00:31:12,452 I'm so proud! I'm so proud of you! 622 00:31:12,538 --> 00:31:14,538 Oh! You did that! 623 00:31:14,540 --> 00:31:16,623 Oh, this means the world to me! This is crazy! 624 00:31:16,667 --> 00:31:19,251 ( sighing ) 625 00:31:19,295 --> 00:31:21,962 To all the immigrant kids, don't give up. 626 00:31:22,006 --> 00:31:24,172 Keep kicking down those doors. 627 00:31:25,509 --> 00:31:29,094 Vietnamese food is where it's at, y'all. Let's go. 628 00:31:29,179 --> 00:31:31,013 Joe: You know what, gordon? I'm glad you said yes. 629 00:31:31,056 --> 00:31:34,224 Gordon: Yeah. We've only got two aprons left. 630 00:31:34,268 --> 00:31:37,436 We need to be incredibly selective, okay? 631 00:31:37,438 --> 00:31:38,562 Priya: All right. 632 00:31:42,443 --> 00:31:44,985 You're at a good pace. Keep it smooth. 633 00:31:45,029 --> 00:31:47,946 Beautiful purple to the potatoes. 634 00:31:47,990 --> 00:31:53,619 I am making a pan-seared duck with purple potato purée, a red wine sauce. 635 00:31:53,662 --> 00:31:56,288 I'm originally from ukraine, 636 00:31:56,332 --> 00:31:59,124 And growing up, I ate a lot of these ingredients. 637 00:31:59,209 --> 00:32:00,959 It did not really taste good. 638 00:32:01,003 --> 00:32:02,336 So this dish really represents 639 00:32:02,379 --> 00:32:04,963 Taking simple bland ingredients 640 00:32:05,007 --> 00:32:06,673 And turning it into something delicious. 641 00:32:09,720 --> 00:32:11,470 There you go. Gorgeous. 642 00:32:11,513 --> 00:32:13,221 I am a tax director. 643 00:32:13,265 --> 00:32:15,140 I am very successful, 644 00:32:15,184 --> 00:32:18,018 But it's not what I really want to do. 645 00:32:18,020 --> 00:32:19,186 - Good? - That's looking good. 646 00:32:19,229 --> 00:32:21,021 Make sure it gets cooked through. 647 00:32:21,065 --> 00:32:23,482 I want to prove to my daughters that they have to go 648 00:32:23,525 --> 00:32:25,525 And pursue their dreams if they really believe in them. 649 00:32:25,527 --> 00:32:28,487 I just want to be an inspiration. 650 00:32:28,530 --> 00:32:32,491 - You got this. 30 seconds. - Come on. 651 00:32:32,534 --> 00:32:35,661 - You got it. - Go! Come on, mama. 652 00:32:36,997 --> 00:32:41,625 All: Five, four, three, two, one. 653 00:32:46,507 --> 00:32:49,383 I was just focusing on my career and raising my children. 654 00:32:49,426 --> 00:32:53,053 And so pursuing my dream was not really something I could do. 655 00:32:53,097 --> 00:32:56,139 - All right, anna! - This is really the first time 656 00:32:56,183 --> 00:32:58,100 I'm doing something for myself 657 00:32:58,143 --> 00:32:59,977 And just really going after what I want. 658 00:33:00,020 --> 00:33:01,561 - Welcome. - Hi. 659 00:33:01,605 --> 00:33:03,397 Thank you. Hello. 660 00:33:03,432 --> 00:33:06,733 My name is anna, and I'm a tax director. 661 00:33:06,735 --> 00:33:09,444 Today I made a pan-seared duck breast 662 00:33:09,488 --> 00:33:14,992 With purple potato purée, pickled beets, brussels sprouts, and red wine butter sauce. 663 00:33:14,994 --> 00:33:17,411 - All right, let's do it. - Take a look. 664 00:33:17,454 --> 00:33:20,455 Priya: Tableside service. I love it. 665 00:33:20,499 --> 00:33:22,499 - Thank you. - That's very millennial. 666 00:33:22,501 --> 00:33:26,336 This looks like something I would be served in a very high end restaurant. 667 00:33:26,380 --> 00:33:29,214 A lot of really beautiful pops of color. 668 00:33:29,258 --> 00:33:31,758 - Thank you so much. - A lot of complex techniques. 669 00:33:31,802 --> 00:33:35,470 Maybe it's too much, but I hope it tastes as good as it looks. 670 00:33:35,514 --> 00:33:36,596 Me, too. 671 00:33:45,315 --> 00:33:48,108 Duck's hard to get right in 45 minutes. 672 00:33:48,152 --> 00:33:50,110 But tonight you've absolutely nailed it. 673 00:33:50,154 --> 00:33:51,486 It tastes as good as it looks. 674 00:33:51,530 --> 00:33:54,156 There's so many exciting colors and flavors. 675 00:33:54,199 --> 00:33:55,782 But don't flood the plate with so much sauce. 676 00:33:55,826 --> 00:33:59,619 However, it is an absolute resounding yes from me. 677 00:33:59,663 --> 00:34:01,580 - Thank you. - Well done. 678 00:34:01,623 --> 00:34:04,291 I agree with chef gordon. It's kind of inundated with the sauce. 679 00:34:04,334 --> 00:34:06,334 But that's a small note. At the end of the day, 680 00:34:06,378 --> 00:34:08,420 You did a lot of techniques really well. 681 00:34:08,464 --> 00:34:13,041 - And for me, it is an absolute yes. - Thank you. 682 00:34:13,052 --> 00:34:15,719 That's two yesses. You need three. 683 00:34:15,721 --> 00:34:17,512 I do need three. 684 00:34:17,556 --> 00:34:19,431 This is a dish you could see in a restaurant, 685 00:34:19,475 --> 00:34:23,018 Any restaurant that I own. The duck is cooked perfectly. 686 00:34:23,062 --> 00:34:25,103 Disagree. I think it's the right amount of sauce. 687 00:34:25,147 --> 00:34:28,440 I think there are three certainties in life. 688 00:34:28,442 --> 00:34:31,359 Death, taxes... 689 00:34:34,239 --> 00:34:36,907 ...And you getting an apron right now. 690 00:34:36,950 --> 00:34:38,950 - That's a yes for me as well. - Oh, my god! 691 00:34:38,994 --> 00:34:40,786 Thank you so much. Thank you. 692 00:34:40,829 --> 00:34:44,122 You should know it is a resounding yes for me with flying colors. 693 00:34:44,166 --> 00:34:45,373 Thank you so much. 694 00:34:46,627 --> 00:34:48,585 I'm nervous. 695 00:34:50,672 --> 00:34:54,091 ( crowd cheering ) 696 00:34:55,219 --> 00:34:56,593 Whoo! 697 00:34:58,263 --> 00:35:01,473 I'm super stoked to wear this apron for my children. 698 00:35:01,517 --> 00:35:03,266 I'm so happy! 699 00:35:03,310 --> 00:35:06,019 So that they can see if they put enough time 700 00:35:06,063 --> 00:35:08,105 And effort, they can achieve anything they want. 701 00:35:08,107 --> 00:35:10,232 This is a finale worthy dish. 702 00:35:10,275 --> 00:35:11,983 We haven't even started the competition yet, so-- 703 00:35:12,027 --> 00:35:13,026 This is someone who could go all the way. 704 00:35:13,070 --> 00:35:14,319 Aarón: Yeah. 705 00:35:28,043 --> 00:35:29,417 I'm representing the millennials-- 706 00:35:29,461 --> 00:35:31,002 The best generation, hands down. 707 00:35:31,046 --> 00:35:32,003 Millennials know how to learn, 708 00:35:32,047 --> 00:35:33,088 They know how to innovate, 709 00:35:33,132 --> 00:35:34,506 And they know how to listen. 710 00:35:34,550 --> 00:35:37,425 When I'm in the kitchen, I feel the most confident. 711 00:35:37,469 --> 00:35:40,220 - Looks beautiful, michael! - Growing up in new jersey, 712 00:35:40,264 --> 00:35:43,557 My style of cooking is definitely more italian-based. 713 00:35:43,559 --> 00:35:46,059 But I am not italian at all. Not even a lick. 714 00:35:46,061 --> 00:35:49,521 - Looking good. - Go, michael! 715 00:35:49,606 --> 00:35:52,524 ( crowd cheering ) 716 00:35:54,236 --> 00:35:56,528 - Hey! - Hi. Oh, my gosh. 717 00:35:56,530 --> 00:35:58,488 - Gordon: And first name? - My name's mike. 718 00:35:58,532 --> 00:36:00,407 - Mike, where you from? - I'm from myrtle beach, south carolina. 719 00:36:00,450 --> 00:36:02,492 - Originally, I'm from new jersey. - Right, and this is? 720 00:36:02,494 --> 00:36:04,786 - This is my beautiful sister brittany. - Welcome. 721 00:36:04,830 --> 00:36:06,955 - And this is my best friend vince over here. - Nice to see you both. 722 00:36:07,040 --> 00:36:08,290 What's the dish? What are you doing? 723 00:36:08,333 --> 00:36:10,333 So I'm doing an herb goat cheese ravioli 724 00:36:10,377 --> 00:36:13,128 With sautéed spinach and roasted red peppers 725 00:36:13,172 --> 00:36:15,255 And finished with a basil oil. 726 00:36:15,299 --> 00:36:17,799 - Why the dish? - Because it kind of really represents me. 727 00:36:17,843 --> 00:36:21,178 - Nice. - And you're making fresh pasta for joe bastianich? 728 00:36:21,221 --> 00:36:23,013 - Are you crazy? - Michael: I am. 729 00:36:23,056 --> 00:36:24,598 You've taken on a lot in 45 minutes. 730 00:36:24,641 --> 00:36:26,725 - Absolutely. Yes. - Yes? 731 00:36:26,768 --> 00:36:28,518 Does he cook like this at home? Is he bouncing around there? 732 00:36:28,562 --> 00:36:30,187 - Yes, he is. - He reminds me of myself. 733 00:36:30,230 --> 00:36:31,521 - Thank you. Chef. - Just taste everything. 734 00:36:31,565 --> 00:36:33,356 - Make sure it comes together. - Yes, absolutely. 735 00:36:33,400 --> 00:36:35,358 - Priya: All right. - Good. Good luck. 736 00:36:35,402 --> 00:36:38,904 - Look at that. Look at that. - Move, move, move. 737 00:36:38,947 --> 00:36:41,406 You're making mom proud, mike. 738 00:36:41,450 --> 00:36:44,784 My mom is my biggest inspiration through this whole thing. 739 00:36:44,828 --> 00:36:48,371 Me and her would watch "masterchef" together all the time. 740 00:36:48,373 --> 00:36:50,081 And she would just sit there and be like, 741 00:36:50,125 --> 00:36:51,374 "mike, this is you. 742 00:36:51,418 --> 00:36:54,294 You can do this. I know you can cook." 743 00:36:54,296 --> 00:36:57,464 Sadly, she passed away earlier this year. 744 00:36:57,507 --> 00:37:00,133 When I start to feel doubt and I start to feel down, 745 00:37:00,135 --> 00:37:03,053 I feel like she's right there telling me that, like, 746 00:37:03,096 --> 00:37:04,137 "mike, you got this." 747 00:37:04,181 --> 00:37:07,265 One minute, one minute, one minute. 748 00:37:07,267 --> 00:37:10,268 - Oh, yeah! - Looks beautiful, michael. 749 00:37:10,312 --> 00:37:11,728 You got it, mike. You got it. 750 00:37:11,772 --> 00:37:16,191 All: Four, three, two, one. 751 00:37:21,657 --> 00:37:22,989 Mike! 752 00:37:22,991 --> 00:37:26,368 It's been a really tough year. 753 00:37:26,411 --> 00:37:27,869 But my mom she always believed in me, 754 00:37:27,913 --> 00:37:29,120 Always thought I could do this, 755 00:37:29,164 --> 00:37:31,081 And so I wanna prove her right. 756 00:37:36,213 --> 00:37:38,088 So my name is michael and today I made for you 757 00:37:38,131 --> 00:37:41,132 An herb goat cheese ravioli with a tomato cream sauce, 758 00:37:41,176 --> 00:37:45,220 With sautéed spinach, roasted red peppers, and finished with a basil oil. 759 00:37:45,264 --> 00:37:47,806 Me and my mom loved to eat italian food together. 760 00:37:47,849 --> 00:37:49,599 It's one of her favorites. 761 00:37:49,601 --> 00:37:51,184 You cook for her all the time? 762 00:37:51,228 --> 00:37:54,771 I used to cook for her all the time. 763 00:37:54,815 --> 00:37:59,609 My mom, sadly, passed away at the beginning of this year. 764 00:37:59,611 --> 00:38:02,654 Oh, my god. Sorry to hear. 765 00:38:02,698 --> 00:38:04,698 Michael: She had cancer. 766 00:38:04,741 --> 00:38:08,076 You know, being here is-- 767 00:38:08,120 --> 00:38:11,371 It's absolutely surreal because me and her 768 00:38:11,415 --> 00:38:14,124 - Used to watch this show together all the time. - Aww. 769 00:38:14,167 --> 00:38:17,210 And, you know, I remember her saying that, 770 00:38:17,212 --> 00:38:19,587 "mike, you could do this." you know? 771 00:38:19,631 --> 00:38:22,173 And now I'm standing here. 772 00:38:22,217 --> 00:38:25,385 You took a big part of your heart and put it on a plate today for us to try. 773 00:38:25,387 --> 00:38:29,514 I did, and I hope you enjoy it. 774 00:38:29,558 --> 00:38:31,266 Shall we take a look? 775 00:38:35,439 --> 00:38:38,106 Visually, it's beautiful. I love the colors. 776 00:38:38,108 --> 00:38:40,984 And the freshness-- it's not doused in a cream sauce. 777 00:38:41,028 --> 00:38:42,777 It's showing off for all the right reasons. 778 00:38:42,821 --> 00:38:46,281 So, yeah, let's hope it tastes as good as it looks. 779 00:38:46,325 --> 00:38:48,283 - Yes, chef. - So, let's see. 780 00:38:48,327 --> 00:38:51,494 We're gonna see if the pasta is cooked through. 781 00:38:54,041 --> 00:38:55,248 It looks right. 782 00:38:55,250 --> 00:38:58,126 Nice proportion of filling to pasta. 783 00:38:58,170 --> 00:39:00,128 The pasta's thin. Should we try it? 784 00:39:07,596 --> 00:39:10,263 I feel like with the ravioli made by scratch, 785 00:39:10,265 --> 00:39:13,058 Could be gummy, could taste like plain food. 786 00:39:13,101 --> 00:39:15,185 This really worked for me. 787 00:39:15,228 --> 00:39:19,439 I thought it tasted fresh and bright and not too heavy. 788 00:39:19,483 --> 00:39:22,609 I think your mom would've been really, really, really proud of this one. 789 00:39:22,652 --> 00:39:24,361 It's definitely a yes for me. 790 00:39:24,404 --> 00:39:27,614 - Yes, chef. Thank you. - Pasta's cooked beautifully. 791 00:39:27,616 --> 00:39:30,533 But be careful with the garnish underneath, 'cause its lacking seasoning. 792 00:39:30,577 --> 00:39:33,119 - Yes. Chef. - I have to remind myself you're an amateur. 793 00:39:33,163 --> 00:39:37,665 So, for me I'm a yes 794 00:39:37,709 --> 00:39:40,126 With great confidence. 795 00:39:40,128 --> 00:39:41,753 Uh, that's two yesses. 796 00:39:41,797 --> 00:39:43,546 But you need three yesses to get that apron tonight. 797 00:39:43,590 --> 00:39:48,551 - Joe? - I'm not sure what I taste more in this dish. 798 00:39:48,553 --> 00:39:53,932 An amateur cook who has an ability to take this kind of cooking to the next level 799 00:39:53,975 --> 00:39:59,729 Or this incredible love that comes through a dish that you cooked with your mother. 800 00:40:02,526 --> 00:40:04,984 And I think it's both of those things. 801 00:40:05,028 --> 00:40:06,194 So, for me it's a yes. 802 00:40:06,238 --> 00:40:09,364 Oh, my god. Thank you. 803 00:40:09,366 --> 00:40:12,117 Michael, I was a definite yes as well. 804 00:40:12,160 --> 00:40:13,660 - Now put that apron on. - Gordon: Congratulations. 805 00:40:13,787 --> 00:40:16,413 You got a stain on your t-shirt. You got to cover that thing up. 806 00:40:16,415 --> 00:40:19,249 - Come on, buddy. - Keep that millennial courage going, 807 00:40:19,292 --> 00:40:21,751 And keep on cooking like this-- fearless and bold. 808 00:40:21,753 --> 00:40:23,420 Absolutely. I will. 809 00:40:27,134 --> 00:40:29,592 ( all cheering ) 810 00:40:29,594 --> 00:40:31,386 Oh, oh, oh! 811 00:40:32,347 --> 00:40:34,180 Whoo! 812 00:40:36,518 --> 00:40:38,518 ( laughing ) 813 00:40:38,562 --> 00:40:42,480 This means everything to me, getting these four yesses. 814 00:40:45,318 --> 00:40:47,402 My mom would be over the moon ecstatic 815 00:40:47,404 --> 00:40:50,113 - If she saw me walk out with that apron. - Oh, mike. 816 00:40:50,157 --> 00:40:53,450 This is something I've been working for 817 00:40:53,493 --> 00:40:56,411 For so long, and it finally just happened, 818 00:40:56,455 --> 00:40:59,122 And I almost can't believe that it just did. 819 00:40:59,166 --> 00:41:02,417 - What an amazing night. - Incredible. 820 00:41:02,461 --> 00:41:03,710 I didn't know they were gonna be that good. 821 00:41:03,753 --> 00:41:05,295 And only gonna get better. 822 00:41:05,338 --> 00:41:07,255 So which generation's gonna land this thing? 823 00:41:07,299 --> 00:41:09,549 - Hmm. - Millennials without a doubt. 824 00:41:09,551 --> 00:41:11,885 I am convinced. Especially after today. 825 00:41:11,928 --> 00:41:13,761 Ah, you're just cheering for the home team. 826 00:41:13,805 --> 00:41:16,431 - It was so amazing to have you. Shall we? - All right. 827 00:41:16,466 --> 00:41:19,309 - Gordon: Amazing. - Joe: High standard this year, guys. 828 00:41:19,352 --> 00:41:22,187 - Good stuff. - Gordon: Next time, 829 00:41:22,230 --> 00:41:24,981 The auditions continue with the baby boomers... 830 00:41:25,025 --> 00:41:26,357 - Boomers! Boomers! - Go, boomers! 831 00:41:26,401 --> 00:41:30,904 Please welcome my mother lidia bastianich. 832 00:41:30,989 --> 00:41:33,239 As more home cooks compete... 833 00:41:33,241 --> 00:41:36,242 I'm a baby boomer blooming in the kitchen now. 834 00:41:36,244 --> 00:41:39,245 - I smell something. Is that okay? - You burned the venison. 835 00:41:39,289 --> 00:41:42,123 These recipes that we're cooking are from heritage cooks. 836 00:41:42,167 --> 00:41:44,000 I'm gonna show 'em what the old folks can do. 837 00:41:44,002 --> 00:41:46,252 ...For a coveted white apron. 838 00:41:46,296 --> 00:41:48,296 The chicken, crispy, and the flavor is excellent. 839 00:41:48,340 --> 00:41:50,548 The dish is good. I like you. I like the energy. 840 00:41:50,550 --> 00:41:54,636 This is a perfectly executed dish for children.