Team Bobby Falls to Three

Producer Bobby Flay mentoring Contestant Eric Lee through his Camera Presentation for the Producer's Challenge in Episode 4, as seen on Food Network's Star, Season 8.

Next Food Network Star Season 8, Episode 4

Producer Bobby Flay mentoring Contestant Eric Lee through his Camera Presentation for the Producer's Challenge in Episode 4, as seen on Food Network's Star, Season 8.

Photo by: Edward Chen/Creel Films ©2012, Television Food Network, G.P.

Edward Chen/Creel Films, 2012, Television Food Network, G.P.

When it came down to Eric Lee and Ippy Aiona in the Producers' Challenge, Bob and Susie said it was one of the toughest decisions they'd ever faced in eight seasons of Star. Both talented chefs consistently impressed everyone with their food, but struggled to find a sweet spot on camera. In the end, Team Bobby's Eric was the one to say goodbye.

Eric left the pitch room with the same humble, gracious attitude he maintained throughout the competition. "I just want to thank you for the opportunity to work with Bobby," he told the judges. "It is just incredible how great of a mentor he is." Bobby, in turn, had high praise for his mentee: "Eric may be the best cook in the entire competition."

Hear more from Bobby, Susie and Eric in his exclusive exit interview. Do you think Eric deserved to go home?
Ep. 4: Eric's Exit
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Flip through Eric’s Star Scrapbook and more behind-the-scenes photos from Episode Four.

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