In , titled " Break On Through ," the pressure peaks as the remaining chefs compete for the coveted black jackets. Episode Recap: The Fight for Black Jackets
and Mia were the first to secure their jackets after the initial challenge. [S18E12] Break On Through
: The episode concluded with a "Sudden Death" cook-off between Heather and Kanae . Winner : Heather secured the fifth and final black jacket. In , titled " Break On Through ,"
: The "Black Jacket Lounge" was hidden from the finalists, creating high suspense as they didn't know who else had made it through. Winner : Heather secured the fifth and final black jacket
: Heather's decision to stuff a tiny quail breast with lemon led to a bitter, unpleasant dish, nearly costing her the jacket.
and Motto earned theirs in the subsequent rounds, joining the others in the lounge.
: Read a full play-by-play of the episode on FoodSided .