MasterChef South Africa

MasterChef South Africa (2012-2014)

EndedReality showFood

The South African spin-off of the popular MasterChef series.

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Scheduleevery Thursday at 19:30 (60 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S03E17Episode 17Dec 11, 2014
S03E16Episode 16Dec 4, 2014
S03E15Episode 15Nov 27, 2014
S03E14Episode 14Nov 20, 2014
S03E13Episode 13Nov 13, 2014
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'MasterChef South Africa' premiere?

'MasterChef South Africa' premiered on March 20, 2012.

Who were the main judges of the show in 2012?

The main judges of 'MasterChef South Africa' in 2012 were Benny Masekwameng, Pete Goffe-Wood, and Andrew Atkinson.

How many contestants participated in the first season of 'MasterChef South Africa'?

The first season of 'MasterChef South Africa' featured 18 contestants.

Where was the first season of 'MasterChef South Africa' filmed?

The first season of 'MasterChef South Africa' was filmed in Cape Town.

Who was the winner of the first season of 'MasterChef South Africa'?

The winner of the first season of 'MasterChef South Africa' was Deena Naidoo.

What was the grand prize for the winner of 'MasterChef South Africa' in 2012?

The grand prize for the winner of 'MasterChef South Africa' in 2012 was the opportunity to open their own restaurant.

Did 'MasterChef South Africa' have any celebrity guest judges in 2012?

Yes, 'MasterChef South Africa' had celebrity guest judges throughout the season, including Reuben Riffel, Pete Goffe-Wood, and Margot Janse.

How many challenges were there in each episode of 'MasterChef South Africa' in 2012?

Each episode of 'MasterChef South Africa' in 2012 featured two challenges - a Skills Test and an Invention Test.

Were there any team challenges in the first season of 'MasterChef South Africa'?

Yes, there were several team challenges in the first season of 'MasterChef South Africa', where contestants had to work together to complete cooking tasks.

Did 'MasterChef South Africa' have a pressure test round in 2012?

Yes, 'MasterChef South Africa' had a pressure test round in 2012, where contestants had to recreate a dish within a limited time frame.

Did 'MasterChef South Africa' have any international food-themed challenges in 2012?

Yes, 'MasterChef South Africa' had international food-themed challenges in 2012, where contestants had to showcase their skills in cooking different cuisines.

Were there any elimination challenges in 'MasterChef South Africa' in 2012?

Yes, 'MasterChef South Africa' had elimination challenges throughout the season, where contestants competed to avoid being eliminated from the competition.

Did 'MasterChef South Africa' have any special episodes or challenges in 2012?

Yes, 'MasterChef South Africa' had special episodes and challenges, including outdoor cooking challenges and cooking for large groups of people.

Were there any guest appearances by previous 'MasterChef' winners or contestants in 2012?

Yes, previous 'MasterChef' winners and contestants made guest appearances in 'MasterChef South Africa' in 2012, sharing their experiences and offering advice.

Did 'MasterChef South Africa' have any challenges that involved cooking with limited ingredients or time?

Yes, 'MasterChef South Africa' had challenges that involved cooking with limited ingredients or time, testing the contestants' creativity and ability to work under pressure.

Were there any challenges in 'MasterChef South Africa' that required contestants to showcase their pastry skills?

Yes, 'MasterChef South Africa' had challenges that required contestants to showcase their pastry skills, including baking and creating desserts.

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