The amateur cooks are given one hour to recreate their signature dish for the first of the two judges' auditions. The judges introduce the nine past winners of the program, who are there to cheer them on.
Quest roles:
Andy Allen(Himself - Judge & Host), Elena Duggan, Diana Chan, Julie Goodwin(Self), Adam Liaw, Brent Owens, Kate Bracks, Emma Dean, Billie McKay