Taste Master Professional
A bold new chapter of the SAFTA award-winning Taste Master has arrived. The Taste Master Professional brings together ten exceptional chefs from across South Africa to compete in the first-ever professional edition of the beloved series. Guided by acclaimed chef Bertus Basson and a panel of renowned guest judges, contestants will face intense culinary challenges as they battle for a prize valued at over R800,000, including a coveted role at the new Taste Master Kitchen and Deli in Paarl. Expect extraordinary talent, bold creativity, and high-stakes competition as South Africa's next culinary star is crowned.
Cast: Bertus Basson, Leigh-Anne Williams
Season 1
13 episodes
1. The Breakfast ChallengeIn 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.AllCC46minMay 31, 2026
2. The Pastry ChallengeThe 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.AllCC46minJun 7, 2026
3. The Sandwich ChallengeNine 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?AllCC46minJun 14, 2026
4. The South African Flavors ChallengeA 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.AllCC46minJun 21, 2026
5. The Tapas ChallengeNo synopsis available yet.AllCCJun 28, 2026
6. The Pizza ChallengeTwo 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.AllCCJul 5, 2026- 7. The Taste Temptation ChallengeA 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.AllCCJul 12, 2026
- 8. Episode 8No synopsis available yet.AllCCJul 19, 2026
- 9. Episode 9No synopsis available yet.AllCCJul 26, 2026
- 10. Episode 10No synopsis available yet.AllCCAug 2, 2026
- 11. Episode 11No synopsis available yet.AllCCAug 9, 2026
- 12. Episode 12No synopsis available yet.AllCCAug 16, 2026
- 13. Episode 13No synopsis available yet.AllCCAug 23, 2026
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Taste Master Professional
A bold new chapter of the SAFTA award-winning Taste Master has arrived. The Taste Master Professional brings together ten exceptional chefs from across South Africa to compete in the first-ever professional edition of the beloved series. Guided by acclaimed chef Bertus Basson and a panel of renowned guest judges, contestants will face intense culinary challenges as they battle for a prize valued at over R800,000, including a coveted role at the new Taste Master Kitchen and Deli in Paarl. Expect extraordinary talent, bold creativity, and high-stakes competition as South Africa's next culinary star is crowned.
Creators and cast
- Studio
- Cardova Trading
Maturity rating
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Audio languages
English
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