Today, he tests the contestants' ability to slice fennel and fillet and skin cod, before challenging the final three contenders to prepare the ultimate cod dish.

This week, it is the turn of chef - and Fern's husband - Phil Vickery to put the contestants through their paces. Today, he tests the contestants' ability to finely puree garlic and prepare a loin of venison, before challenging the final three contenders to prepare the ultimate venison dish.

Chef Jean-Christophe Novelli is the judge for the final week. In the first challenge, Jean-Christophe demonstrates how to cut ginger two ways - a fine julienne or thin strips and brunoise or finely diced before contestants must attempt their own in just five minutes. He then shows how to prepare ribeye steaks, with which the contestants must prepare their final and hopefully perfect dish.