The 17th episode of "Hell's Chef" Season 1, broadcast on December 7, 2022 , served as a pivotal moment for the remaining black-jacket chefs as they competed for a spot in the semi-finals. The episode was characterized by a blend of historical reverence and high-stakes culinary execution, testing the chefs' ability to adapt classic recipes for modern palates. The Ball at Ostafyevo: A 19th-Century Culinary Challenge

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

As the chef with the highest personal rating, Mikhail Bogachev was given the authority to distribute the courses among the participants: Celery salad with artichokes. Mikhail Bogachev: Crayfish soup (consommé). Vyacheslav Vyunik: Veal popiette "à la Primatis." Lavinia Rossi: Trout "à la Chambord."