Episode 2

In this heat, six ambitious new chefs set out to prove to the judges that they have the ability, commitment and style to push them to the top of their demanding industry. They face two tests set by the MasterChef judges: first, the chefs must put their basic skills up for scrutiny in the skills test before they have the chance to impress with their own dishes. With only three places in the quarter-final up for grabs, the battle is on.