Synopsis

The second quarter-final pits the strongest amateur cooks from the preliminary rounds against each other, challenging them to prepare two courses for a discerning panel. John and Gregg will be joined by three distinguished MasterChef champions – Shelina Permalloo, Peter Bayless, and James Nathan – who understand the pressures the contestants face. The stakes are high: only twelve places remain in the next round, the formidable knockout week. Survival hinges on exceptional skill, a crucial step