Ep 5. Mother's Day Madness

It is Mother's Day and Chef Robert Irvine gets the challenge to prepare a special dinner for a group of mothers at the historic Montpelier Mansion in Maryland. But this is not just any dinner party, the mothers are all members of the Maryland National Guard, who are serving overseas in Iraq. Robert has to prepare a special dinner to comfort the mothers and show them that their sacrifice and hard work have not gone unnoticed.

To make things more challenging, Robert has to work with limited resources and a small team of chefs who are inexperienced in high-pressure situations. The kitchen is also small and outdated, which makes preparing a large meal for a large group of people a daunting task.

Robert decides to prepare a three-course meal, starting with a delicious salad with fresh greens and colorful vegetables. The main course is a succulent grilled steak with a side of roasted vegetables and mashed potatoes. For dessert, Robert prepares a rich and decadent chocolate cake that is sure to satisfy even the most demanding sweet tooth.

As Robert and his team begin cooking, there are a few hiccups along the way. The kitchen gets extremely hot and stuffy, making it difficult to work efficiently. The team faces some unexpected challenges, such as running out of propane for the grill and dealing with a malfunctioning oven. However, they persevere and manage to pull off a stunning meal that leaves the mothers in awe.

As everyone sits down to enjoy the meal, the mothers share their stories and experiences of being in the National Guard. They talk about how tough it is to be away from their families and loved ones for months on end, and how much they miss the comforts of home. The dinner provides a much-needed break from their duties, and the mothers are able to relax and enjoy a little bit of luxury.

Robert is touched by the stories and the mothers' sacrifice, and he realizes that this is more than just a culinary challenge. He's helping to bring a little bit of happiness to these brave women who have put their lives on the line for their country.

In the end, the dinner is a huge success, and the mothers are grateful for the opportunity to relax and enjoy a delicious meal in the company of their peers. Robert and his team proved that they could rise to the occasion and create a feast fit for the brave women who serve their country with honor and pride.