It's all a party when the contestants are asked to put their skills to work on both hors d'oeuvres and spirits. This round focuses on entertaining as the chefs are first asked to create an original drink accompanied by a small snack, then they must change gears and cater a holiday event. Guest Judge: Kristin Woodward – QuickFire Challenge Guest Judge: Lee Hefter – Elimination Challenge QuickFire Challenge: Create an Original Bailey's Holiday Cocktail. Elimination Challenge: Cater a Hollywood Holiday Party.
Elenco: Tom Colicchio , Padma Lakshmi , Gail Simmons , Hugh Acheson , Emeril Lagasse , Richard Blais , Graham Elliot , Ted Allen , Toby Young , Wolfgang Puck , Anthony Bourdain , Eric Ripert .