Edoardo Franco , an unemployed home cook from Varese, was ultimately crowned the winner of this edition.
The season consisted of 24 episodes (typically aired in pairs over 12 weeks) and began with 20 main contestants following the initial selection rounds.
The file string refers to the premiere of , which originally aired on December 15, 2022 , on Sky Uno and NOW TV. This episode marks the beginning of the "Live Cooking" phase, where aspiring chefs presented their signature dishes to the judges to secure a spot in the competition. Episode Overview
This season introduced strengthened "Skill Tests" featuring external commissioners and international guest judges like Enrico Crippa , Mauro Colagreco , and Iginio Massari .
Season 12 ran from December 15, 2022 , to March 2, 2023.
The season featured the returning trio of Michelin-starred chefs: Bruno Barbieri , Antonino Cannavacciuolo , and Giorgio Locatelli .
Episode 1 focused on the initial auditions and "Live Cooking" sessions, where contestants needed at least two "yes" votes from the judges to earn a grey apron and advance to the next selection stage. Season 12 Highlights
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