Popular chefs Martin Picard and Stefano Faita will be judges on MasterChef, a popular British show whose Quebec adaptation will debut next winter on TVA.
In addition to judging the dishes, proposing tests and leading the competition, the two renowned cooks will also be there to guide and share their passion with the participants in the show, cooking enthusiasts who have never worked in restoration.
“They will be a source of encouragement, inspiring them to excel and persevere tirelessly,” executive producers Nicola Merola and Charles Lafortune said in a statement, adding that the show also promises guest appearances throughout. throughout the season, whether they are renowned chefs, distinguished food critics or well-known figures from the culinary world.
Martin Picard will be the guardian of gastronomy at MasterChef, highlighting the audacity and creativity of the participants, while Stefano Faita will put his self-taught background to good use by reminding candidates of the importance of hard work.
“Martin Picard and Stefano Faita, two personalities already highly appreciated by viewers, have everything to bring people together,” said Nathalie Fabien, Senior Director, Channels and Programming, Groupe TVA. Authenticity is most certainly the common value of this tandem of judges. Charismatic and pros in their field, there is no doubt that their good advice will hook the public listening to MasterChef this winter. ยป
The first season of the Quebec adaptation of MasterChef will feature 52 30-minute episodes, at the end of which a grand prize of $50,000 will be awarded to the champion of the season. Budding cooks who wish to participate can still register at masterchefquebec.ca.
