Ep 1. Kerrie & Craig (VIC)

As with any season of My Kitchen Rules, the fourth season kicks off with contestants from all over Australia gathering together for the first round of eliminations. For the first episode, viewers are introduced to Kerrie and Craig from Victoria, a couple who both enjoy cooking and entertaining guests in their home.

The episode begins with Kerrie and Craig shopping for ingredients at their local market, discussing their plans to prepare a three-course meal for their competitors. They decide to start with an entree of prawns in a citrus dressing, followed by a main course of slow-cooked lamb with a pumpkin puree and crispy kale. For dessert, they prepare a pear and almond tart with vanilla ice cream.

As they begin cooking in the kitchen, tensions start to rise between Kerrie and Craig as they struggle to work together effectively. Despite this, they manage to prepare their dishes in time for the judges to taste. The judges for this episode include Manu Feildel, Pete Evans, and guest judge Colin Fassnidge, all experienced chefs with high expectations for the contestants.

The judges are slightly disappointed with the prawns, which they feel lack flavor and seasoning. However, they are impressed with the lamb, praising the tenderness and flavors of the meat. The pumpkin puree and kale also receive high marks for their unique presentation and taste. Finally, the dessert is well-received, with the pear and almond complementing each other in a satisfying way.

Overall, Kerrie and Craig's performance in the first episode is solid, though there is room for improvement. They are ultimately saved from elimination, but the judges suggest they work on their communication skills in the kitchen to avoid similar conflicts in the future. The audience is left wondering how they will fare in the coming episodes, as they continue to compete against other skilled contestants from around Australia.