Taste Master Professional

The Breakfast Challenge

In the season premiere, our chefs form two teams to tackle the most important meal of the day. Led by one contestant as the head chef, each team prepares a menu of breakfast items to impress the judges and stamp their mark on the competition.

May 31, 2026

The Pastry Challenge

The competition gets real in the first elimination challenge of the season. Guest judge Zizi Matikitiki joins judge, Bertus Basson at the judging table, bringing specialist expertise in sweet pies and tarts to an already high-stakes challenge. The contestants are tasked to create a single-serving pastry - savory or sweet - entirely from scratch.

Jun 7, 2026

The Sandwich Challenge

Nine chefs remain, and this week a deli favorite takes center stage. Contestants are put to the test as they transform artisan loaves into a five-item menu packed with flavor, creativity, technique and teamwork. Who will rise to the occasion?

Jun 14, 2026

The South African Flavors Challenge

A celebration of South African flavors. An elimination with everything at stake. The bottom four contestants must prove they can honor the dishes that inspire us while bringing their own creative perspective to the plate. Only three chefs will move one step closer to the title.

Jun 21, 2026

The Tapas Challenge

Jun 28, 2026

The Pizza Challenge

Two pizzas. Four chefs. One last chance. The elimination kitchen returns as four chefs battle to keep their place in the competition, creating two menu-worthy pizzas inspired by Judge Bertus Basson’s own restaurant, Die Kantien. With guest judge Michael Fuller joining the panel, every base, every topping, and every decision counts.

Jul 5, 2026

The Taste Temptation Challenge

A feast for the eyes. A test for the chefs. With seven chefs remaining, visual impact takes centre stage. Guided by guest judge Chef Marthinus Ferreira, they’ll need to master colour, texture, composition and flavour to create dishes no one can resist ordering.

Jul 12, 2026

Episode 8

Jul 19, 2026

Episode 9

Jul 26, 2026

Episode 10

Aug 2, 2026

Episode 11

Aug 9, 2026

Episode 12

Aug 16, 2026

Episode 13

Aug 23, 2026