MasterChef Australia Grand Finale (Season 3, Episode 85)
TV-G
TV Episode | Game-Show, Reality-TV

MasterChef Australia

Grand Finale (Season 3, Episode 85)

TV-G

TV Episode | Game-Show, Reality-TV

Grand Finale - Kate and Michael faced off in the Grand Finale, which consisted of three challenges: Mystery Box Race (20 points) - In the first challenge, the finalists were given 45 minutes to cook a single dish with the ingredients given...See moreGrand Finale - Kate and Michael faced off in the Grand Finale, which consisted of three challenges: Mystery Box Race (20 points) - In the first challenge, the finalists were given 45 minutes to cook a single dish with the ingredients given to them in three separate Mystery Boxes. They were to choose their ingredients and complete the mise en place on that bench before moving on to the next. Once prepared, they could not return to a previous bench. Kate's Balmain Bug and Crab Remoulade Salad was liked by the judges for clean and subtle flavours, but the judges were not sure her bug was cooked enough. Michael's Steak and Oyster Pie was hailed for its flavour combination, but was let down by crunchy carrots. Kate's dish scored 15 out of a possible 20, Michael's scored 17, giving him an early lead. Invention Test (40 points) - The second challenge was also dubbed the "Best Dish of Your Life" Challenge. Michael and Kate were given 2 hours and 15 minutes to cook a dish that demonstrated the skills they acquired throughout the competition. Michael's dish of Butter Poached Lobster with Fennel,Baby Leeks and Champagne Sauce was deemed simple by the judges and his last-minute decision to leave the roots on his leeks was not applauded. Kate's Sherry-Glazed Quail with Roast Garlic Custard, Asparagus Duxelle and Hazelnuts received good feedback overall, except for the slight smoky flavour in her custard, caused by the accidental burning of her bamboo steamer. Kate overtook Michael by scoring 36 points over his 31, giving them a respective total of 51 and 48 out of a possible 60. Pressure Test (40 points) - The third and final challenge was set by René Redzepi, head chef at Noma in Copenhagen, crowned Best Restaurant in the World two years in a row. He brought in his "Snowman" dessert, an intricate three-layered dish. Kate lost a third of her carrot puree for her carrot sorbet in the process of draining the liquid out of it, Michael lost half. When it came to plating up, Kate's carrot sorbet showed some cracks and Michael's passion fruit mousse, which makes up the snowman's head, was a bit loose. The judges raved about both finalists' dishes and polished the plates clean. See less

Contacts

+ Add

Become a member to see contact information for Grand Finale.

Cast	+ Add Cast
29 cast members

Name	Known for
Gary Mehigan Self - Judge Self - Judge See fewer	MasterChef Australia (2009)
George Calombaris Self - Judge Self - Judge See fewer	MasterChef Australia (2009)
Matt Preston Self - Judge Self - Judge See fewer	MasterChef Australia (2009)
René Redzepi Self - Guest chef (as Rene Redzepi) Self - Guest chef (as Rene Redzepi) See fewer	The Bear (2022)
Seamus Ashley Self - Contestant Self - Contestant See fewer	MasterChef Australia (2009)
Mat Beyer Self - Contestant Self - Contestant See fewer	MasterChef Australia (2009)
Adam Bowen Self - Contestant Self - Contestant See fewer	MasterChef Australia (2009)
Kate Bracks Self - Contestant Self - Contestant See fewer	MasterChef Australia (2009)
Danielle Dixon Self - Contestant Self - Contestant See fewer	MasterChef Australia (2009)
Arena Dunn Self - Contestant Self - Contestant See fewer	MasterChef Australia (2009)
Sun Etheridge Self - Contestant Self - Contestant See fewer	MasterChef Australia (2009)
Chelsea Fammintino Self - Contestant Self - Contestant See fewer	MasterChef Australia (2009)
Alex Glasson Self - Contestant Self - Contestant See fewer	MasterChef Australia (2009)
Andrew Henderson Self - Contestant Self - Contestant See fewer	MasterChef Australia (2009)
Jay Huxley Self - Contestant Self - Contestant See fewer	MasterChef Australia (2009)
Cleo Kerameas Self - Contestant Self - Contestant See fewer	MasterChef Australia (2009)
Billy Law Self - Contestant Self - Contestant See fewer	MasterChef Australia (2009)
Paul Lombardi Self - Contestant Self - Contestant See fewer	MasterChef Australia (2009)
Alana Lowes Self - Contestant Self - Contestant See fewer	Blood Money (I) (2012)
Rachel McSweeney Self - Contestant Self - Contestant See fewer	MasterChef Australia (2009)
Ellie Paxton-Hall Self - Contestant Self - Contestant See fewer	MasterChef Australia (2009)
Kumar Pereira Self - Contestant Self - Contestant See fewer	MasterChef Australia (2009)
Hayden Quinn Self - Contestant Self - Contestant See fewer	Taste of Australia with Hayden Quinn (2020)
Tom Rutledge Self - Contestant Self - Contestant See fewer	MasterChef Australia (2009)
Shannon Smyth Self - Contestant Self - Contestant See fewer	MasterChef Australia (2009)
Dani Venn Self - Contestant Self - Contestant See fewer	MasterChef Australia (2009)
Peter Vickery Self - Contestant Self - Contestant See fewer	The Young Doctors (1976)
Michael Weldon Self - Contestant Self - Contestant See fewer	Farm to Fork (2019)
Craig Young Self - Contestant Self - Contestant See fewer	MasterChef Australia (2009)