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48 Episodes 2016 - 2016
Episode 1
Monique and Sarah are serving officers with the NSW Police Department. Their instant restaurant is named "Crime & Nourishment". Their menu is: Entree - Caramelised Onion, Roasted Beetroot and Goats' Cheese Tart; Main - Crispy Skinned Salmon with Thrice Cooked Chips and Lemon & Dill Sauce; Dessert - Sticky Fig & Date Pudding with White Chocolate & Coconut Rum Sauce. Their overall score is 68 out of 110, and are ranked 4th out of 6. They progress to round 4.
Episode 2
Mitch and Laura are brother and sister. Their instant restaurant is named "The Pines". Their menu is: Entree - Smoked Venison; Main - Roasted Wild Boar; Dessert - Black Forest Mousse Cake. Their overall score is 89 out of 110, and are ranked 3th out of 6. They progress to round 4.
Episode 3
55 mins
Cheryl and Matt are referred to as "Cougar and Cub". Their instant restaurant is named "The Odd Couple". Their menu is: Entree - Chicken Caesar Salad; Main - Grilled Swordfish with Pea Purée and Tarragon Sauce; Dessert - Chocolate Seduction Pudding with Poached Pears and Cinnamon Ice Cream. Their overall score is 31 out of 110, and are ranked 6th out of 6. They are eliminated from the competition.
Episode 4
Rosie and Paige are referred to as "Best Mates". Their instant restaurant is named "Big Love Grub". Their menu is: Entree - Lamb Backstrap with Pickled Beetroot and Chive Crème Fraiche; Main - Chicken, Leek & Zucchini Pie with Minty Mushy Peas; Dessert - Grandma's Gingerbread with Rum and Raisin Ice-cream. Their overall score is 59 out of 110, and are ranked 5th out of 6. They progress to round 4.
Episode 5
Anna and Jordan are referred to as "Mother and Son". Their instant restaurant is named "Mama Knows Best". Their menu is: Entree - Baby Octopus with Spiced Pork Sausage, Potato and Salsa Verde; Main - Dad's Braised Rabbit with Pappardelle; Dessert - Imqaret with Orange Blossom Ice Cream. Their overall score is 94 out of 110, and are ranked 2nd out of 6. They are safe. They progress to the first People's Choice Challenge.
Episode 6
Gianni and Zana are referred to as "Married Lawyers". Their instant restaurant is named "Monte Nero". Their menu is: Entree - Albanian Pita with Beetroot Hummus; Main - Crumbed Calves Livers with Albanian Peppers; Dessert - Krofne with Hazelnut Ganache. Their overall score is 97 out of 110, and are ranked 1st out of 6. They are safe. They progress to the first People's Choice Challenge.
Episode 7
55 mins
Alex & Gareth are referred to as "Miners". Their instant restaurant is named "Garden of Mine". Their menu is: Entree - Miang of Crab, Coconut, Mint & Citrus; Main - Roast Duck with Lychee Red Curry and Cauliflower Rice; Dessert - Chocolate Lava Cake with White Chocolate Sauce. Their overall score is 60 out of 110, and are ranked 4th out of 6. They progress to round 4.
Episode 8
55 mins
Luciano & Martino are referred to as "Italianos". Their instant restaurant is named "La Bella Vita". Their menu is: Entree - Fettuccine con Salsiccia & Funghi Porcini; Main - Osso Bucco e Risotto alla Milanese; Dessert - Pastiera Napoletana alla Ricotta. Their overall score is 95 out of 110, and are ranked 1st out of 6. They are safe. They progress to the first People's Choice Challenge.
Episode 9
55 mins
Tasia & Gracia are referred to as "Sisters". Their instant restaurant is named "Mortar & Pestle". Their menu is: Entree - Grilled Fish Cakes in Banana Leaves with Peanut Sauce; Main - Ribs and "Chips"; Dessert - Black Rice Pudding. Their overall score is 61 out of 110, and are ranked 3rd out of 6. They are safe. They progress to the first People's Choice Challenge.
Episode 10
55 mins
JP & Nelly are referred to as "Lovebirds". Their instant restaurant is named "The Sandy Teapot". Their menu is: Entree - Potato and Cheese Pierogi with Bacon & Sage Butter; Main - Rib Eye Steak with Celeriac Mash and Lapsang Souchong Barbecue Sauce; Dessert - Chai Infused Crème Brûlée. Their overall score is 85 out of 110, and are ranked 2nd out of 6. They are safe. They progress to the first People's Choice Challenge.
Episode 11
Nev & Kell are referred to as "Tradie and Cleaner". Their instant restaurant is named "Secrets". Their menu is: Entree - Seared Scallops with Corn Purée and Crumbed Crackling; Main - Apple Cider Pork Belly with Fennel Chips, Honey Carrots and Gravy; Dessert - Apple Pie with Vanilla Ice-Cream. Their overall score is 56 out of 110, and are ranked 5th out of 6. They progress to round 4.
Episode 12
55 mins
Jessica & Marcos are referred to as "Fitness Friends". Their instant restaurant is named "The Upper Cut". Their menu is: Entree - Herb and Zucchini Fritters with Fennel Flat bread and Yoghurt Sauce; Main - Stained Glass Lasagne with Mushroom Ragu; Dessert - Spiced Carrot and Pineapple Cake with Carrot and Ginger Jelly. Their overall score is 38 out of 110, and are ranked 6th out of 6. They are eliminated from the competition.
Episode 13
Eve & Jason are referred to as "Soulmates". Their instant restaurant is named "Bread & Brew". Their menu is: Entree - Herb Crusted Rainbow Trout in Fish Broth; Main - Mediterranean Rolled Leg of Lamb with Roast Vegetables; Dessert - Stout and Chocolate Pudding. Their overall score is 59 out of 110, and are ranked 3rd out of 6. They are safe. They progress to the first People's Choice Challenge.
Episode 14
55 mins
Carmine & Lauren are referred to as "Married". Their instant restaurant is named "Number 32". Their menu is: Entree - Zucchini Involtini with Homemade Ricotta; Main - Seafood Spaghetti in a Bag; Dessert - Rum Baba with Lemon Custard. Their overall score is 51 out of 110, and are ranked 5th out of 6. They progress to round 4.
Episode 15
55 mins
Mike & Tarq are referred to as "Father and Son". Their instant restaurant is named "Island Thyme". Their menu is: Entree - Sugar Cane Prawns with Green Pawpaw Salad and Red Pawpaw Dipping Sauce; Main - Lamb Saag with Coconut Sambal and Roti; Dessert - Baked Pina Colada. Their overall score is 80 out of 110, and are ranked 2nd out of 6. They are safe. They progress to the first People's Choice Challenge.
Episode 16
55 mins
Hazel & Lisa are referred to as "Stepsies". Their instant restaurant is named "Zesty". Their menu is: Entree - Salmon Croquettes with Lime Aioli; Main Beef Wellington with Potato Galette and Green Beans; Dessert - Citrus Polenta Yoghurt Cake with Pistachio Ice Cream. Their overall score is 57 out of 110, and are ranked 4th out of 6. They progress to round 4.
Episode 17
55 mins
Chris & Cookie are referred to as "Dads". Their instant restaurant is named "Sand & Steel". Their menu is: Entree - Twice Baked Cheese Souffle; Main Prosciutto-Wrapped Pork Fillet with Potato Puree and Honey Sage Jus; Dessert - Chocolate Mousse with Hazelnut Praline and Raspberry Coulis. Their overall score is 87 out of 110, and are ranked 1st out of 6. They are safe. They progress to the first People's Choice Challenge.
Episode 18
55 mins
Tim & Dee are referred to as "Happily Married". Their instant restaurant is named "Buen Viaje". Their menu is: Entree - Lentejas with Chorizo; Main Albondigas con Patatas Bravas; Dessert - Flan de Huevo. Their overall score is 32 out of 110, and are ranked 6th out of 6. They are eliminated from the competition.
Episode 19
55 mins
Nev & Kell from Western Australia are referred to as "Tradie and Cleaner". Their instant restaurant is named "Secrets". Their menu is: Entree - Grilled Marron with Lemon and Dill Butter; Main Eye Fillet with Sweet Potato Mash and Red Wine Jus; Dessert - Baked Vanilla Cheesecake. Their overall score is 71 out of 110, and are ranked 3rd out of 6. They are safe. They progress to the first People's Choice Challenge.
Episode 20
55 mins
Monique & Sarah from New South Wales are referred to as "Cops". Their instant restaurant is named "Crime & Nourishment". Their menu is: Pea and Ham Soup with Homemade Bread Roll; Main Rabbit Pie with Spinach, Feta and Stewed Pear Salad; Dessert - Profiteroles. Their overall score is 62 out of 110, and are ranked 6th out of 6. They are eliminated from the competition.
Episode 21
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Hazel & Lisa from Queensland are referred to as "Stepsies". Their instant restaurant is named "Zesty". Their menu is: Entrée - Pan Seared Duck Breast with Baby Beets and Rhubarb Chutney; Main - Crumbed Snapper with Thrice-cooked Chips, Lime Mayo and Asian Slaw; Dessert - Zesty Lime Cream Pie with a Lemon Sorbet. Their overall score is 63 out of 110, and are ranked 5th out of 6. They are eliminated from the competition.
Episode 22
55 mins
Alex & Gareth from Queensland are referred to as "Miners". Their instant restaurant is named "Garden of Mine". Their menu is: Entrée - Spanish Mackerel Ceviche with Chorizo; Main - Fennel Crusted Pork Belly with Five Spice Pineapple and Cherry Sauce; Dessert - Chocolate Tart with Raspberry and Blueberry Cream. Their overall score is 69 out of 110, and are ranked 4th out of 6. They are safe. They progress to the first People's Choice Challenge.
Episode 23
55 mins
Rosie & Paige from South Australia are referred to as "Best Mates". Their instant restaurant is named "Big Love Grub". Their menu is: Entrée - Spiced Lamb Filo Rolls with Yoghurt Sauce; Main - Chicken Shawarma with Hummus and Flatbread; Dessert - Orange and Almond Syrup Cake. Their overall score is 79 out of 110, and are ranked 2nd out of 6. They are safe. They progress to the first People's Choice Challenge.
Episode 24
55 mins
Carmine & Lauren from South Australia are referred to as "Married". Their instant restaurant is named "Number 32". Their menu is: Entrée - Spiced Lamb Filo Rolls with Yoghurt Sauce; Main - Chicken Shawarma with Hummus and Flatbread; Dessert - Orange and Almond Syrup Cake. Their overall score is 75 out of 110, and are ranked 1st out of 6. They are safe. They progress to the first People's Choice Challenge.
Episode 25
54 mins
People's Choice Challenge Number 1: The teams are split into two groups, with each cooking a buffet meal for public guests at the North Ryde RSL (New South Wales). The white group have an Asian style theme menu: Mitch & Laura (from Victoria): Dish - Red Chicken Curry with Red Rice and Cucumber Pickle; Anna & Jordan (from Western Australia): Dish - Satay Beef with Homemade Egg Noodles; Eve & Jason (from Victoria): Dish - Vietnamese Prawn Salad; Mike & Tarq (from Queensland): Dish - Roast Pork Belly with Braised Cabbage and Chilli Jam; Rosie & Paige (from South Australia): Dish - Five Spice Duck and Watermelon Salad. The black group have a Mediterranean style theme menu: Alex & Gareth (from Queensland): Dish - Ricotta and Goats' Cheese Filo Cups with Tomato Salsa and Grilled Peach; Carmine & Lauren (from South Australia): Dish - Spinach and Ricotta Rotolo; JP & Nelly (from Queensland): Dish - Chicken Shish Kebab with Harissa Pumpkin and Za'atar; Nev & Kell (from Western Australia): Dish - Crumbed Prawns with Mediterranean Salsa and Crispy Chorizo; Tasia & Gracia (from Victoria): Dish - Moroccan Lamb Stew with Saffron Rice. Mitch & Laura win the Judges' Choice; with the white group Asian style theme menu winning the People's Choice; and progress to People's Choice 2: Athletes Challenge. The black group Mediterranean style theme menu progress to the Sudden Death Cook-Off 1.
Episode 26
55 mins
Round 1 Alex & Gareth from Queensland - dish: Asian Omelette with Soft Shell Crab and Citrus Glaze. Jp & Nelly from Queensland - dish: Beef Tostada with Guacamole and Mango Salsa. Tasia & Gracia from Victoria - dish: Crispy Pork Cakes with Apple & Pear Slaw and Sweet Chilli Sauce. Carmine & Lauren from South Australia - dish: Mushroom Ragu with Crispy Polenta. Nev & Kell from Western Australia - dish: Pepper Steak on Mushroom and Fetta Salad. The results:- Alex & Gareth, Jp & Nelly, Tasia & Gracia are safe and proceed to People's Choice 2: Athletes Challenge. Carmine & Lauren and Nev & Kell proceed to Sudden Death Elimination. Round 2 Carmine & Lauren - salvation dish: Beef Ragu with Fettuccine. Nev & Kell - salvation dish: Crispy Skin Barramundi with Puttanesca Sauce. The result: Carmine & Lauren are safe and proceed to People's Choice 2: Athletes Challenge. Nev & Kell are eliminated from the competition.
Episode 27
55 mins
Mitch and Laura had won the judges choices in the People's Choice 1: RSL Buffet and had won Safe (Immunity). They were not required to cook in this challenge. Alex & Gareth from Queensland - dish: Fish Tacos with Corn Salsa and Guacamole. Anna & Jordan from Western Australia - dish: Sweet Potato & Buckwheat Gnocchi with Kale Pesto. Carmine & Lauren from South Australia - dish: Herbed Chicken with Roast Vegetable Quinoa. Chris and Cookie from New South Wales - dish: Mexican Chicken Tortilla Cups. Eve and Jason from Victoria - dish: Pork Fillet with Pearl Couscous and Harissa. Jp & Nelly from Queensland - dish: Chilli Beef on Sweet Potato and Power Salad. Mike & Tarq from Queensland - Spiced Prawns with Peshwari Curry and Wholemeal Roti. Rosie & Paige from South Australia - Dukkah Crusted Lamb with Pistachio and Quinoa Salad. Tasia & Gracia from Victoria - dish: Quinoa Crusted Chicken with Grain Salad and Coriander Dressing. Gianni & Zana from Victoria - dish: Loaded Capsicums with Chicken Livers and Sweet Potato Chips. Luciano & Martino from New South Wales - dish: Veal Involtini with Spinach and Polenta Sticks. The results - Anna & Jordan won the Athletes' Choice and progress to the Top 11 - People's Choice 3: Fisherman's Challenge. Mitch & Laura progress to the Top 11 - People's Choice 3: Fisherman's Challenge. Alex & Gareth, Anna & Jordan, Carmine & Lauren, Chris and Cookie, Eve and Jason, Jp & Nelly, Mike & Tarq, Rosie & Paige, and Tasia & Gracia are safe and progress to the Top 11 - People's Choice 3: Fisherman's Challenge. Gianni & Zana and Luciano & Martino are not safe And progress to Sudden Death Cook-Off 2.
Episode 28
55 mins
Gianni & Zana from Victoria- dish: Entrée - Montenegrin Pizzette with Caramelised Onion and Goats' Cheese, Main - White Bean Stew with Balkan Sausage, Dessert - Pistachio and Walnut Baklava with Honey Whipped Ricotta; Luciano & Martino from New South Wales - dish: Entrée - Stuffed Calamari with Marinara Sauce and Cuttlefish Ink Risotto, Main - Seafood Lasagne, Dessert - Chocolate and Red Wine Pear Cake. Results: Gianni & Zana scored 45 out of 60 and are safe, progressing to the Top 11 and to the People's Choice 3: Fisherman's Challenge. Luciano & Martino scored 41 out of 60 and are eliminated from the competition.
Episode 29
55 mins
Anna and Jordan from Western Australia had won the Athletes' Choice in the People's Choice 2: Olympic Team Challenge and had won Safe (Immunity). They were not required to cook in this challenge. Rosie & Paige from South Australia did not participate in this challenge due to an accident. Carmine & Lauren from South Australia - Dish: Crispy Skin Salmon with Asparagus and Lemon Butter Sauce; Chris & Cookie from New South Wales - dish: Tempura Prawns with Wombok Salad; Eve & Jason - dish: Pan Fried Ocean Trout with Cauliflower Chips; Gianni & Zana from Victoria - dish: Salt and Pepper Squid with Rocket & Radish Salad and Spicy Aioli; Mike and Tarq from Queensland - dish: Singapore Chilli Crab with Egg Noodles and Coriander Salad; Mitch & Laura from Victoria - dish: Snapper Remoulade with Charred Fennel and Beurre Blanc; Tasia & Gracia from Victoria - dish: Spicy Coconut Mussels with Lemongrass Rice; Alex & Gareth from Queensland - dish: Crispy Skinned Barramundi with Asian Beans and Noodle Salad; Jp & Nelly from Queensland - dish: Herbed Crusted Tuna with Tomato and Bocconcini Salad. Results: Carmine & Lauren won the Fisherman's Choice and along with Anna & Jordan progress to the People's Choice 4: Pop-up Cinema challenge; as well as Carmine & Lauren, Chris & Cookie, Eve & Jason, Gianni & Zana, Mike & Tarq, Mitch & Laura, Tasia & Gracia who are all safe. Alex & Gareth and Jp & Nelly are not safe and progress to Sudden Death cook-off 3.
Episode 30
55 mins
The weakest teams from the previous challenge will cook for their lives at Kitchen HQ. Each team will present their best three course menu to Pete, Manu and the guest judges.
Episode 31
55 mins
MKR teams are challenged to cook the ultimate movie meal for 75 families of four attending a pop-up cinema event in Carraigeworks, Sydney. Moviegoers will taste the dishes and vote for their favourite meals.
Episode 32
55 mins
The weakest teams from the previous challenge will cook for their lives at Kitchen HQ. Each team will present their best three course menu to Pete, Manu and the guest judges.
Episode 33
55 mins
A quintessential family favourite, the Australian Rodeo is the backdrop for today's challenge. Teams must focus on creating an unforgettable marinade that's full of flavour for their BBQ based dish.
Episode 34
55 mins
The four teams with the lowest scores from the Rodeo Challenge have to fight it out... with the best of MKR alumni. Ten unforgettable teams from previous seasons return and they will be the toughest critics yet.
Episode 35
55 mins
The two weakest teams from the previous challenge will cook for their lives in KHQ. Each teams presenting their best three course menu to the Pete and Manu and the guest judges. The lowest scoring team will be eliminated.
Episode 36
55 mins
Teams will be given the chance to have their winning recipe featured in Coles Magazine. Contestants must develop a recipe and then cook in-store, delivering their best family home cooked meal for four, focusing on fresh and seasonal produce.
Episode 37
55 mins
The two weakest teams from the previous challenge will cook for their lives in KHQ. Each teams presenting their best three course menu to the Pete and Manu and the guest judges. The lowest scoring team will be eliminated.
Episode 38
55 mins
Teams will head to Colin Fassnidge's 4Fourteen where they will be challenged to come up with a dish worthy of a place on the menu. Their dishes will not only be tasted by all three MKR judges, but also six of Colin's chefs.
Episode 39
The two weakest teams from the 4Fourteen Challenge will go head-to-head in the seventh Sudden Death Cook-Off, where one team will be eliminated. The winning team goes through to the Top 6.
Episode 40
In the Finals Decider, teams first competed in a rapid cook-off and had 45 minutes to create a dish using two ingredients that are normally an unusual combination. The six combinations of ingredients were set, with Anna and Jordan allocating each team their ingredients as their advantage from winning the previous challenge. Four teams became safe after the first cook-off, with the remaining two competing in a final Sudden Death cook-off, where the weaker team is eliminated and the winning team to join the Top 5.
Episode 41
55 mins
The top five will travel the country one last time, showcasing to judges Pete and Manu how far they have come by going back to where it all started - their Instant Restaurants. However, this time there is twice the amount of dishes on offer.
Episode 42
55 mins
The top five will travel the country one last time, showcasing to judges Pete and Manu how far they have come by going back to where it all started - their Instant Restaurants. However, this time there is twice the amount of dishes on offer.
Episode 43
55 mins
The top five will travel the country one last time, showcasing to judges Pete and Manu how far they have come by going back to where it all started - their Instant Restaurants. However, this time there is twice the amount of dishes on offer.
Episode 44
55 mins
The top five will travel the country one last time, showcasing to judges Pete and Manu how far they have come by going back to where it all started - their Instant Restaurants. However, this time there is twice the amount of dishes on offer.
Episode 45
For the start of the finals round, the Top 5 teams head around the country once again in an Ultimate Instant Restaurant round. All teams have to cook two dishes of each course (entree, main and dessert) for their fellow finalists and judges for scoring. Guests have a choice of choosing one of the options per course while the judges Pete and Manu each taste one of the two options. The lowest scoring team is eliminated as the remaining four teams are ranked into the semifinals.
Episode 46
61 mins
Tonight, two of the four remaining teams will cook off for a place in the Grand Final. Contestants will cook a three course meal for Pete, Manu and the guest judges. Each judge will score their menu out of 10 with the weakest team eliminated.
Episode 47
61 mins
In the second semi-final, two of the remaining four teams will face off for a place in Sunday's Grand Final. Contestants will cook a three course meal for Pete, Manu and the guest judges. Each judge will score their menu out of 10 with the weakest team eliminated.
Episode 48
90 mins
Tasia & Gracia from Victoria and instant restaurant "Mortar and Pestle" Vs Carmine & Lauren from South Australia and instant restaurant "Number 32"; in the "My Kitchen Rules" grand final for 2016. Tasia & Gracia's menu: 1st Course - Seared Scallops on Betel Leaves 2nd Course - Chicken Ribs with Chilli and Sweet Soy 3rd Course - Grilled King Prawns with Balado and Quail Egg 4th Course - Crispy Skin Duck with Green Chilli Sambal 5th Course - Pandan Pudding with Coconut and Kaffir Lime Ice Cream Carmine & Lauren's menu: 1st Course - Beef Carpaccio with Porcini Cream 2nd Course - Milk Braised Pork Belly with Scallop and Apple 3rd Course - Saffron Linguine with Butter Poached Bug Tail 4th Course - Beef Sirloin with Madeira Jus and Mushrooms 5th Course - Chocolate, Cherry and Coconut The final scores - Tasia & Gracia's 57 out of 60 with Carmine & Lauren 51 out of 60; making Tasia & Gracia's the grand final winners and Carmine & Lauren the runners-up.