Overview
- Maxi López and Claudio “Turco” Husaín were eliminated in the semifinal after a rack of lamb en croute challenge with edamame purée and an aceto–prune reduction.
- Ian Lucas and La Reini advanced on judges’ evaluations that highlighted strong technique despite notes on meat searing and balance.
- The finale airs in two parts on March 18 and 19 on Telefe, with the winner announced Thursday.
- Each finalist must design and execute an entrée, main and dessert in 120 minutes for judges Donato De Santis, Damián Betular and Germán Martitegui.
- The champion will receive the trophy and 50 million pesos, with former contestants and family members returning to the studio to cheer on the finalists.