Four hopefuls, shortlisted from 2000 aspiring chefs, battle it out to be the best cook in the country. After a scrummy berry pudding masterclass from top chef John Torode, the four cooks have a bash. Will their puddings be a hit or a flop with presenters John and Nadia? With a quarter-final place up for grabs, the competition heats up as they rustle up their best dishes. Will the banana and chocolate pancakes, the spaghetti and meatballs or the cottage pie leave the judges gobsmacked?