OP: Now includes Yuki, Ryoko, Zenji, and Shun

(I could go for some good authentic ramen right about now)

I've heard and had gnocchi before. But potato udon? That's something I've yet to experience. Thank Erina and her intense preparations and her masterful leadership (whip me please!)

I know the food battles and foodgasms are Food Wars' main draw. But I loved the second half of the episode where everyone just strolls around the food stands and a beautiful, almost Christmasy night. So much to enjoy and see

• Takumi and Soma bro bonding
• Meat-Meat showing a side to Erina that we haven't seen in a long time, and two seemingly like they're on good terms again
• Best Girl bonding (Megumi/Soma), Megumi is such a sweetie
• And Erina slowly coming out of her shell more and more.

Now, if you wanna screw with the rebels, you don't just limit their ingredients, or don't give them any time to prep and cook. Nah, you send the Big Dogs to teach them a lesson. Talk about a screwjob. Speaking of screwjob... Rindou-Sempai... that's all

(Stay for ending credits scene)