MasterChef: The Professionals (2008)

Episode Overview

Double-Michelin-starred chef Michel Roux Jnr and MasterChef expert Gregg Wallace challenge two talented semi-finalists to showcase their skills at L'Atelier de Joel Robuchon in London, renowned for its French cuisine infused with Spanish and Japanese influences. Under the guidance of head chef Olivier Limousin, the contestants face the pressure of delivering two Michelin-star quality dishes, each demanding precision and timeliness. They must also tackle Olivier's signature dish: caramelised lamb sweetbreads paired with maple syrup walnuts, fresh almonds, pine nuts, and presented on blanched cabbage leaves alongside sautéed root vegetables and lamb jus. After this intense service, the semi-finalists return to the studio for a final challenge—creating a main course and dessert inspired by their Michelin experience within a tight two-hour window. With the stakes high, they aim to impress the judges and avoid any missteps that could cost them their place in the competition. After tasting their creations, Michel and Gregg will