: Bruno Barbieri , Antonino Cannavacciuolo , and Giorgio Locatelli

The episode focuses on narrowing down the top competitors through a high-stakes and a rigorous Pressure Test .

: The remaining home cooks had to demonstrate professional-level technique and creativity to impress judges Bruno Barbieri, Antonino Cannavacciuolo, and Giorgio Locatelli.

: By the end of the episode, the field was set for the grand finale. Antonio , Maria Teresa, and Marisa emerged as the top three, while Davide Tonetti was eliminated.

: Antonio Lorenzon, who eventually won the season, solidified his position as a frontrunner during these semi-final rounds. His victory in the subsequent finale was famously followed by an on-screen marriage proposal to his partner. Season 9 Overview Winner : Antonio Lorenzon Runners-up : Maria Teresa Ceglia and Marisa Maffeo