BBC TO AIR CHRISTMAS SPECIALS OF MASTERCHEF AS PLANNED

The BBC have confirmed that it will air the two festive specials of MasterChef as planned later this month. It follows the news and fallout from MasterChef presenter and judge Gregg Wallace 'stepping away' from the programme after 'historical allegations of misconduct' were made to the BBC.

FESTIVE COOK-OFF

Emmerdale actor Amy Walsh; comedian Shazia Mirza; reality star Luca Bish and popstar and lead singer of The Wanted, Max George did themselves proud in 2023, but are now back with their sights set on the glittery Golden Whisk Trophy!

Their first challenge is the Secret Santa Mystery Box, each containing the recipe for a sensational seasonal treat. The stars must all crise to the occasion for a special Christmas guest judge – their fellow 2023 contestant and champion, Duncan James – who won’t want to leave feeling blue! Next, the four must cook their ultimate Christmas dinner.

STRICTLY SPECIAL

They can waltz, they can foxtrot, they can jive, but can they cook? This one-off special opens the floor to four of Strictly Come Dancing’s much-loved professionals.

Adding an extra sprinkling of glitz and glamour to the stoves and competing to be crowned MasterChef Festive Cha-Cha-Champion are Amy Dowden MBE, Gorka Marquez, Kai Widdrington and Nancy Xu.

John and Gregg reveal that a mystery guest has set the first challenge – unbeknownst to the dancers, it’s Strictly judge, Motsi Mabuse! Instead of judging their moves, she will be critiquing their cooking as they create some of her favourite festive dishes. Next, they must dazzle John and Gregg with their best two-course menu worthy of a great celebration.

As the Strictly pros switch from dance-off to cook-off, expect glitter, fabulous food, and culinary moves. Eat your heart out, glitterball, these dancers are aiming for the MasterChef Festive Champion Glittery Whisk!

MasterChef Festive specials air this December on BBC One.