Recent episodes have featured complex tasks such as filleting red mullet, working with "pseudo-Veronique" sauces ( Ariadne Reviews ), and creating inventive plant-based dishes like Marcus Wareing's aubergine steak ( Facebook ).
: Private chef Gareth Baty was crowned the winner of MasterChef: The Professionals 2026 in late March ( The Caterer ). He is the nineteenth champion of the professional series. MasterChef: The Professionals
: The show retained its classic high-pressure format, including the signature Skills Test , where chefs must replicate a dish or ingredient preparation demonstrated by the judges within 15–20 minutes ( Wikipedia ). Production & Applications Recent episodes have featured complex tasks such as
The 18th series of the UK competition saw significant changes to its judging panel and location. The show moved its filming home to and introduced a new judge, Matt Tebbutt ( The Caterer ), who joined long-standing judges Marcus Wareing and Monica Galetti ( WalesOnline ). : The show retained its classic high-pressure format,
: The series is produced by Endemol Shine UK and Banijay for the BBC.