Nicole Renard, the 28-year-old social media chef from Kennewick, Washington was eliminated in seventh place on Thursday's episode of "Next Level Chef." The former Miss Washington from Team Richard Blais struggled in the Bento Box challenge, admitting Japanese cuisine is not her strong suit. She landed in the elimination round against Izahya Thomas and Gabi Chappel, both from Team Gordon Ramsay. Watch her exclusive video interview with Gold Derby senior editor Denton Davidson above. 

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