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With just three minutes to dart through the market and procure ingredients, chaos ensued. Veteran participants stumbled, struggling to navigate the familiar yet intimidating space. As they raced against time, the camaraderie among them shifted back and forth between kindness and unrelenting competition.
Murmurs of “Where’s the fish?” and “I forgot my ingredient!” echoed as they hurriedly gathered supplies. Contestants leaned into the guidance of their fellow participants, spotting garnishes and various seasonings, while tension mounted in the race against the clock.