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 season featured the returning trio of Michelin-starred chefs: Bruno Barbieri , Antonino Cannavacciuolo , and Giorgio Locatelli .

This season introduced strengthened "Skill Tests" featuring external commissioners and international guest judges like Enrico Crippa , Mauro Colagreco , and Iginio Massari .

Edoardo Franco , an unemployed home cook from Varese, was ultimately crowned the winner of this edition.