Ep 10. Guess Who's Coming to Dinner?
- January 1, 1970
- 43 min
In Masterchef Canada season 5 episode 10, titled "Guess Who's Coming to Dinner?," the remaining contestants are in for a surprise when they have to prepare a meal for some special guests. The pressure is on as they must impress not only the judges but also their loved ones, who are invited to dine with them.
The episode kicks off with the mystery box challenge, where the contestants are given a box of ingredients and must create a dish using only those ingredients. The twist - the ingredients are all signature components of the guests' favorite dishes, which the contestants must guess and incorporate into their dishes. The contestants are surprised to learn that the guests are their close family members, and the challenge becomes personal as they aim to make the dishes as close to their loved ones' favorite meals as possible.
The judges are impressed with the creativity and personal touches displayed in the dishes, and the contestants continue to impress during the elimination challenge. For this challenge, the contestants are tasked with creating a Japanese bento box, a traditional Japanese meal consisting of rice, fish, and vegetables, as well as other snacks and treats. The catch - they must make enough for their guests to take home and enjoy later.
The contestants must showcase their knowledge of Japanese cuisine, as well as their ability to package and present the meal in a visually appealing and practical manner. The judges are particularly impressed with the contestants' attention to detail and effort put into the aesthetics of the dishes.
As the episode comes to a close, the judges deliberate and make the difficult decision of which contestant to send home. The remaining contestants are grateful for the opportunity to cook for their loved ones and reflect on the importance of family in their culinary journeys.
Overall, "Guess Who's Coming to Dinner?" is an emotional and challenging episode that showcases the personal connections and skills of the contestants, with beautiful and delicious results.
