The finale of Culinary Class Wars has sparked intense discussion online, with many fans expressing strong opinions about the final results. As one of South Korea’s most popular cooking competition shows, Culinary Class Wars has gained international attention for its unique format and high-stakes battles between chefs. The show’s latest season wrapped up with Napoli Matfia being crowned the winner, but a large portion of the audience believes that runner-up Edward Lee should have taken the top spot.
A Battle Between Underdogs and Elite Chefs
The show brought together 80 “Black Spoon” chefs—underdogs who come from humble backgrounds—and pitted them against 20 elite “White Spoon” chefs in a battle for culinary supremacy. With its engaging concept and gripping competitions, Culinary Class Wars has captivated viewers both in Korea and internationally. The final episodes, however, have divided fans.
Edward Lee, who wowed the judges and audience with his innovative dishes, particularly during the semi-final round dubbed “Infinite Cooking Hell,” has emerged as a fan favorite. In this intense round, the remaining chefs were required to cook new dishes every 30 minutes using only one ingredient—Tofu. With eliminations happening every 30 minutes, Lee managed to outlast his competitors and secured his spot in the final against Napoli Matfia.
Final Results Leave Fans Divided
Despite the high praise for Edward Lee, Napoli Matfia emerged victorious in the final round, leaving some viewers dissatisfied. Many netizens took to online forums and social media to express their frustration, arguing that Edward Lee’s creative and impressive performance throughout the competition, especially in the Tofu round, deserved the win.
Here’s how the final rankings shaped up:
- 1st Place: Napoli Matfia
- 2nd Place: Edward Lee
- 3rd Place: Triple Star
- 4th Place: Cooking Maniac
- 5th Place: Jang Ho Joon
- 6th Place: Auntie Omakase #1
- 7th Place: Jung Ji Sun
- 8th Place: Choi Hyun Seok
Netizens Praise Edward Lee’s Skills
The competition, especially the semi-final round, left viewers in awe of Edward Lee’s culinary abilities. Many netizens shared their admiration for him, feeling that the semi-final round was the true highlight of the season.
Some comments from Korean netizens include:
“In my heart, ‘Tofu Hell’ was the real finale. Edward Lee is the best.”
“Edward Lee is my personal #1. He’s a genius.”
“Edward’s passion was insane.”
“The match against Triple Star was more exciting than the final. The final felt like a safe win with Italian and Western dishes, which is valuable, but I feel he wouldn’t have survived ‘Tofu Hell’ with just Italian cuisine.”
“Edward Lee’s tofu dish could be sold as a course meal, it looked so delicious!”
Fans particularly admired Lee’s humility and ingenuity, contrasting it with the confidence displayed by Napoli Matfia, with some even labeling him as arrogant in comparison.
The Real Final: “Tofu Hell”
Many viewers echoed the sentiment that the semi-final round, “Tofu Hell,” was far more thrilling and intense than the final match. In that round, chefs were forced to think on their feet, constantly creating new and inventive dishes with only one ingredient. Edward Lee’s performance in this round is what solidified his status as a fan favorite, with many fans calling this the true final battle of the competition.
One fan commented:
“The match between Triple Star and Edward Lee felt like the true final.”
Another added:
“Edward Lee is the winner for me.”
Despite not taking home the crown, Edward Lee’s culinary journey has left a lasting impression on fans, who continue to celebrate his talents. As the discussions around the final episodes continue, it’s clear that Edward Lee has earned the admiration of many, regardless of the official outcome.
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