MasterChef: The Professionals (2008)

Episode Overview

Five of the ten chefs return to face Monica and Gregg in a challenging skills test that will determine who gets eliminated. Only the top four will have the chance to cook for the esteemed Michel Roux Jr. For the skills test, Monica challenges them to pluck and prepare a wood pigeon for roasting, and with just 15 minutes on the clock, they must ensure the skin remains intact while working quickly and efficiently. At the end of this round, Monica and Gregg will have to decide who leaves the competition. The pressure intensifies as the four remaining chefs must step up their game for the Michelin-starred legend, Michel Roux Jr. He demonstrates how to make 'calamars farcis aux riz sauvage'—squid stuffed with wild rice—before challenging the chefs to replicate the dish in just 60 minutes. To impress, they need to focus on delicate flavors, exquisite presentation, and meticulous attention to detail. Next, each chef has an hour to prepare their own classic dish for Michel