Carême turns down a prestigious chef position, making enemies and putting his father at risk. Talleyrand proposes assistance, but demands something in return.

A bombing attempt on Napoleon's carriage is investigated while Carême and Talleyrand work to prevent a ban on divorce.

Amid Paris protests, Talleyrand dispatches Carême to face a suspected agitator behind the unrest.

Talleyrand organizes France's top cooking contest while Carême launches his revenge scheme against Fouché, leading to unexpected reversals.

Carême attempts to smuggle a secret message to the main bombing suspect in jail, using food as his covert communication method.

The Pope visits and a dangerous birth disrupts Hôtel de Galliffet, while Carême questions his beliefs upon learning Talleyrand's true nature.

As power dynamics shift, Carême crafts his boldest feast yet while preparing an elaborate banquet for Napoleon.