This episode solidified the standing of , who would eventually go on to win the entire first season and its million-ruble prize. The 17th episode remains a highlight of the season for its unique historical setting and its demonstration of the chefs' versatility in handling complex, traditional Russian and European recipes.
The atmosphere was authentic to the period, requiring Tatyana Kozhukhar to balance her kitchen duties with serving as a waitress. Guests provided feedback through a unique voting system—placing gloves into specific cauldrons to indicate their favorite dishes. The Signature Dish and Extreme Testing This episode solidified the standing of , who
Following the historical challenge, Konstantin Ivlev subjected the chefs to an "extreme check" to determine who truly deserved to be in his academy. The participants were required to present their , representing their personal culinary philosophy and growth throughout the season. These individual presentations allowed Ivlev to scrutinize the technical skills and creative vision of each semi-finalist contender. Outcome and Elimination This episode solidified the standing of