Ratings
Series Details
Seasons: 16
Total Episodes: 981
Creators: Franc Roddam
Networks: Network Ten
Status: Returning Series
First Air Date: Apr 27, 2009
Recent Air Date: Jul 16, 2023
Run Time: m
In Production: Yes
Original Language: English
Age Rating: NR
Website: Link
Production Companies: EndemolShine Australia
Genres
Keywords
People Rated This
None of your friends have rated this title yet
Watch MasterChef Australia
Sorry! We currently don't have any streaming links for this tv show yet :(
Check back soon! We add new episodes every day!
Synopsis
No Synopsis for this season yet
Main Cast
Episodes
Episode 1
06 May 2012 - The Journey Continues
The personality is on the plate and the food is the star of the show. Network Ten's smash hit series MasterChef returns tonight and promises to excite, thrill and entertain like never before!
Episode 2
07 May 2012 - Top 50 Mystery Box
The top 50 amateur cooks will compete in the first Mystery Box challenge of the season; the judges select the top 12 who then have the opportunity to cook off in a nail-biting challenge.
Episode 3
08 May 2012 - Mornington Peninsula Farms
The top 12 contestants from last night's Mystery Box are divided into pairs to forage for their own ingredients at various farms in Mornington Peninsula to cook a sweet or savoury dish.
Episode 4
09 May 2012 - Knife Skills
MasterChef mentor Matt Moran arrives at the Royal Exhibition Building to put the contestants through their knife skills paces. They must fillet, pin bone and cook a beautiful piece of salmon.
Episode 5
10 May 2012 - Sweet Pressure Test
Thirty three contestants compete in a Sweet Pressure Test created by superstar chef Shannon Bennett. With six more aprons up for grabs, his Peach Melba dessert is a challenge to say the least!
Episode 6
11 May 2012 - Masterclass
The top 18 contestants head to Daylesford for a MasterClass. Later, Matt Moran and George teach the contestants some classic French cooking techniques.
Episode 7
13 May 2012 - French Pressure Test
After a long week of hard fought challenges the remaining twelve contestants compete in a French Pressure test to claim the last remaining spots in the Top 24. But whose dish will earn them an apron?
Episode 8
14 May 2012 - Mystery Box
Arriving at the MasterChef kitchen, the top 24 quickly learn it's 'Mystery Box' time! They raise the lid but it's not food that they find.
Episode 9
15 May 2012 - Beat the Chef!
The Immunity Challenge sees the winner of the Pressure Test try and 'Beat the Chef!' It's a battle royale as our contestant takes on superstar chef Dan Hong from the Lotus Restaurant.
Episode 10
16 May 2012 - Restaurant Team Challenge
Ever dreamed of running your own restaurant? The contestants are divided into two teams: they must take over a restaurant service in opposing restaurants in Sydney's Kings Cross.
Episode 11
17 May 2012 - Pasta Elimination
The losing team head to the MasterChef kitchen for the first elimination challenge of the season. It's all about pasta and the contestants are challenged to either 'make or break' that pasta.
Episode 12
18 May 2012 - Masterclass
Gary and George host a seafood-inspired MasterClass, while Phillipa Grogan from Phillipa's bakery in Melbourne teaches the contestants the art of breadmaking.
Episode 13
20 May 2012 - Mystery and Invention
This Mystery Box is a cracker - literally. Then later, the winner of this challenge gets to pick the key ingredient for the following Invention Test.
Episode 14
21 May 2012 - Pressure Test
Superstar chef Peter Gilmore returns with an eight layer textured chocolate cake. Talk about Pressure Test! The bottom three from the Invention Test must replicate this cake.
Episode 15
22 May 2012 - Immunity Challenge
The lucky winner from the Invention Test returns to the kitchen tonight to face off against former head chef of Tetsuya restaurant, Darren Roberston.
Episode 16
23 May 2012 - Yum Cha Team Challenge
The top 22 contestants head to Sydney's Chinese Gardens to compete in a yum cha challenge. Divided into teams, they must plan a menu, shop and cook a tasty yum cha feast.
Episode 17
24 May 2012 - Elimination Challenge
Yesterday's losing 11 contestants compete in tonight's elimination challenge. It's a taste test and cook off so this challenge is tough! After a hard fought fight one contestant is sent home.
Episode 18
25 May 2012 - Masterclass
It's a mega MasterClass tonight as Gary and Matt Moran teach the top 21 contestants about raw foods, herbs, and oils. Later Gary whips up a mushroom gnocchi and his 'Mum's Lamb Stew with Dumplings'.
Episode 19
27 May 2012 - Biscuit Mystery Box
The remaining 21 contestants return to the MasterChef kitchen to compete in a biscuit inspired Mystery Box challenge. Later it's an Invention Test Mexican style. Cactus anyone?
Episode 20
28 May 2012 - Pressure Test
The bottom three contestants from the last show arrive at the kitchen to face off in the Pressure Test. Later, three lucky contestants attend a very special private Master Class.
Episode 21
29 May 2012 - Raw Food Immunity Challenge
Sake head chef Shaun Presland takes on the winner of Sunday's Invention Test in a Raw Food Immunity Challenge. With no cooking, no heat and no gas bench tops they need to be super creative.
Episode 22
30 May 2012 - Leftover Team Challenge
The contestants split into two teams to cook for a restaurant full of discerning diners, all with leftover ingredients collected from top Sydney restaurants.
Episode 23
31 May 2012 - Poultry Elimination
We say goodbye to another contestant after a hard fought poultry elimination challenge. They must name that bird then cook that bird. Quail, duck, chicken and turkey are served up.
Episode 24
01 June 2012 - MasterClass
Gary kicks off the MasterClass with mouth-watering barbecue chicken and is later joined by special guest chef Jason Jones who teaches the contestants how to serve up the perfect Mexican feast.
Episode 25
03 June 2012 - Flavour Matching Mysterybox
19 contestants arrive at the MasterChef Kitchen for a flavour matching 'Mystery Box' challenge. With everyone eager to impress the judges, one contestant pushes himself too far and burns his hand.
Episode 26
04 June 2012 - Market Stall Competition
The contestants arrive in Tasmania for a market stall competition, where they are divided into four teams. The teams must run their own take away market stall and create their own unique dish.
Episode 27
05 June 2012 - Fishing Boat Salmon Challenge
With the chance to compete in tonight's immunity challenge, the winning teams from last night's market stall must first compete against each other in a fishing boat salmon challenge.
Episode 28
06 June 2012 - Tea for 100 Team Challenge
The contestants are divided into two teams, and are challenged to create, make and bake an afternoon tea for 100 guests. It must include four dishes - a scone, a pastry, and two of their choice.
Episode 29
07 June 2012 - Knockout Round Elimination
The nine contestants cook for their MasterChef lives through a series of three knockout round challenges. A typical Pub lunch is on the menu - steak, onion rings and more.
Episode 30
08 June 2012 - MasterClass
Gary goes into chef mode when he puts himself up against the clock in a 30 minute real time challenge. Later Gary is joined by Lorraine Pascale of Ella's Cupcake in Covent Garden.
Episode 31
10 June 2012 - Mystery and Invention
After a fun filled week in Tasmania, tonight the contestants head back to the MasterChef kitchen for a classic Mystery Box and Invention Test challenge.
Episode 32
11 June 2012 - Pressure Test
Greek salad is not as simple as it seems, particularly when it's been created by George! The three contestants in tonight's elimination challenge have three and a half hours to cook.
Episode 33
12 June 2012 - Immunity Challenge
MasterChef welcomes iconic chef and culinary legend Jamie Oliver to the kitchen.
Episode 34
13 June 2012 - 24 Hour Cooking Challenge
Tonight the contestants head to the Shangri La Hotel for a mammoth 24 hour cooking challenge that will push them to their limits. Divided into two teams, they must work shifts to cover all meals.
Episode 35
14 June 2012 - Rapid Fire Pressure Test
The losing team from last night's 24 hour cooking challenge return to the MasterChef kitchen for a 'rapid fire' pressure test.
Episode 36
15 June 2012 - Masterclass
Gary and George's MasterClass serves up lamb ribs, apple strudel and quail.
Episode 37
17 June 2012 - Superstar Mystery Box
MasterChef winning alumni Julie Goodwin, Adam Liaw and Kate Bracks return to the MasterChef kitchen for a superstar mystery box challenge. Who will win on the night?
Episode 38
18 June 2012 - Pressure Test
The pressure test challenges three contestants to cook a perfect quiche Lorraine. All three contestants are determined to stay in the competition so they are quick to get down to business!
Episode 39
19 June 2012 - Immunity Challenge
The Mystery Box winner is eager to win an immunity pin. To win they must beat former Billy Kwong Chef, Hamish Ingham from Bar H. With a choice of tea or coffee as the core ingredient.
Episode 40
20 June 2012 - Wedding Challenge
Matt Preston reveals to the contestants that they will be catering for a Sri Lankan wedding! The Bride and Groom have invited 450 guests to their traditional Hindu wedding, which is purely vegetarian.
Episode 41
21 June 2012 - Elimination Challenge
The losing team from the wedding challenge faces off in a cake based elimination challenge, where they are served up 32 cakes, and must taste then name each cake.
Episode 42
22 June 2012 - Masterclass
Gary and Matt Moran head up a MasterClass of French onion soup, roast chicken and yummy pork belly with noodles. Later we learn the art of baking classic cakes with chef Philippe Mouchel.
Episode 43
24 June 2012 - Mystery Box Challenge
In a special Mystery Box Challenge the contestants quickly learn that they must warm the cockles of the judges' hearts with a tasty soup.
Episode 44
25 June 2012 - Elimination Challenge
The bottom three contestants from the Invention Test must now cook for their lives in the Elimination Challenge, with Christine Manfield's classic smoked trout.
Episode 45
26 June 2012 - Immunity Challenge
Rum and raisin is a classic combination, but will it be a perfect match for our contestant in the Immunity Challenge? Chef Daniel Wilson also joins the kitchen.
Episode 46
27 June 2012 - Team Challenge
It's time to get back to basics with a homely team cooking challenge. Separated into three teams, they are invited into a suburban home, where they must cook for two neighbours.
Episode 47
28 June 2012 - Elimination Challenge
Arriving at the MasterChef kitchen for the immunity challenge, the eight contestants from the losing team quickly learn that they must compete in three quick fire cook-offs.
Episode 48
29 June 2012 - Masterclass
George, Matt Moran and Gary showcase the best food Kangaroo Island has to offer. Expect tips on cooking with lamb, marron and chicken. Then we end the night with a taste of honey.
Episode 49
01 July 2012 - Invention Test
After a trip to Kangaroo Island the contestants get back into the kitchen & discover there is no Mystery Box. Instead they find themselves in an Invention Test with guest chef Heston Blumenthal.
Episode 50
02 July 2012 - Pressure Test
Three contestants from the Invention Test must face a Pressure Test like no other. The contestants have two hours to make a cake specially created by renowned Pastry Chef Vincent Gadan.
Episode 51
03 July 2012 - Immunity Challenge
The winner of this week's Heston Mega Invention Test, gets the added reward of competing in an immunity challenge. Up against the winning contestant is a 1-hat chef Tomislav Martinovic.
Episode 52
04 July 2012 - Pop Up Restaurant Challenge
The remaining amateur chefs get to live out what most professional chefs only dream of doing in their careers. The contestants need to create two pop up restaurants from scratch.
Episode 53
05 July 2012 - Double Elimination Challenge
The losing team face elimination. But this is not just any elimination - five contestants must get ready for a double elimination. Only three will survive and become part of the Top 10.
Episode 54
06 July 2012 - Masterclass
Gary and Matt kick off this special MasterClass by officially welcoming and congratulating this season's Top 10. Topping off the week with an amazing Italian feast.
Episode 55
08 July 2012 - Roman Dish Challenge
Buongiorno, from Italy! Tonight our top 10 contestants join the judges in Rome for a week of challenges! But this is no Roman holiday, tonight they must cook a Roman dish that has a story to tell.
Episode 56
09 July 2012 - Super-Sized Challenge
Celebrate pizza and pasta with a super-sized challenge. The four best cooks from the previous challenge compete against each other for the chance to cook off for an Immunity Pin.
Episode 57
10 July 2012 - Immunity Challenge
Heads to beautiful Tuscany, Florence, for a nail-biting Immunity Challenge where judges Matt Preston and George Calombaris are joined by guest judge chef Antonio Carluccio.
Episode 58
11 July 2012 - Risotto Challenge
The ten contestants head to Parma where they cook off in a risotto challenge. Maestro Gualtiero Marchesi challenges the contestants to cook the 'Death Dish' - his very own saffron and gold leaf risotto.
Episode 59
12 July 2012 - Elimination Challenge
The elimination challenge takes the five losing contestants to Tuscany to cook a feast for local villagers in the ancient and quaint town of Monticchelo.
Crew
Department | Role | Name |
---|---|---|
Department | Role | Name |