The semi finals start on the 23 February with teams of 5 made up of 3 chefs and 2 servers. The final two teams will cook in the Conrad Hotel kitchen in March.  The prizes will be awarded at a celebration dinner in the Conrad Hotel. The Semi Finalists are:-

Team 3 Almancil with a winning menu of

Pumpkin Soup

Codfish with Cream

Passionfruit Bavaroise

Team 1 Quarteira

Pea and Mint Soup

Venison with Madeira Sauce

Brownie with Yogurt and Lime Foam

Team 2 Algoz

Avacado Cocktail

Poached Salmon with Orange Salad

Asian Dessert

Team 1 Armação de Pêra

Pumpkin Crème with Toast

Pork Fillet with Green Salad

Fruit Basket with Ice Cream