Ep 8. Team Challenge: MCG

In MasterChef Australia season 10 episode 8, the contestants are in for their first team challenge of the season, and it's a big one. The teams will be cooking for 350 guests at the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG), the largest stadium in the southern hemisphere. The pressure is on as the teams must prepare a three-course meal in just three hours.

The teams are divided into two groups, with one team cooking the entree and main course while the other team prepares the dessert. The entree and main course team is led by Kristen, who decides to make a pork belly dish with beetroot puree and roasted vegetables. Her team works well together and they manage to deliver their dishes to the judges on time.

The dessert team is led by Chloe, who decides to make a vanilla panna cotta with a raspberry coulis and almond biscotti. However, as the team is working, they begin to realize that they are running behind schedule and may not be able to finish all their dishes in time. The pressure mounts as they have to quickly adjust their plating strategy in an effort to finish on time.

As the guests start to arrive at the MCG, the judges taste each dish and give their feedback. They critique each element of the plating and give points for presentation, taste, and creativity.

However, as the pressure mounts, the teams start to crack under the strain. Mistakes are made, and some dishes don't live up to the judges' expectations. The judges are disappointed and the teams are left wondering if they have done enough to win.

At the end of the challenge, the judges tally up the scores and announce the winning team. While one team takes the victory, the other team is sent to the dreaded elimination round, where they will have to cook for their lives.

MasterChef Australia season 10 episode 8 is a thrilling episode that showcases the intense pressure that the contestants face in the competition. The MCG challenge is a true test of their skills, and it's inspiring to see how they work together to deliver dishes that impress the judges. It's a must-watch episode for fans of the show who want to see the contestants pushed to their limits.