Masterchef 11 makes its return tonight on TVE 1, delivering a night of glamour, innovation, and high-stakes culinary artistry. The contestants will be treated to a refined dining setting at Oroya Restaurant, situated inside The Madrid Edition Hotel. Leading the kitchen is Peruvian maestro Diego Muñoz, whose roots run deep in the flavors and techniques of his homeland. The episode follows a carefully curated menu crafted by Muñoz himself, a tasting experience that speaks to the chef’s Peruvian heritage while pushing the limits of contemporary cooking.
Before the cooking begins, designer Eduardo Navarrete will step into the scene to observe and influence the challenge. His involvement promises moments of creative tension, as he shapes the test’s parameters and challenges the contestants to translate vision into plate. The test is a true test of precision, presentation, and timing under the watchful eyes of the judges and the studio audience.
In a cinematic twist, the screening test invites six rising stars in the culinary world to echo dishes that highlight local ingredients and the ingenuity of younger chefs who are redefining modern cuisine. The lineup includes Lucía Freitas, celebrated for her work at 2 Repsol Suns, along with Javier Sanz of A Tafona and Juan Oba, who helms the Sahuquillo restaurant, each earning 2 Repsol Suns for their innovations. Also featured are Sobretablas Camila Ferraro from the restaurant, who has earned 1 Repsol Sol, and Javier Ferraro and Gorka Rico from AMA restaurant, each with 1 Repsol Sol. The challenge has them study and replicate the original creations, testing their ability to capture flavor, texture, and technique with fidelity.
Gastronomy critic Alberto Luchini will guide the proceedings, offering insightful commentary and context that helps both contestants and viewers understand the subtleties of the dishes and the decisions behind each plating. His input adds a layer of culinary scholarship to an episode already rich with talent and drama, helping to illuminate why certain ingredients shine and how missteps can alter a dish’s balance.
Tonight’s episode is more than a competition. It is a celebration of skill, culture, and the evolving landscape of modern gastronomy, where tradition and innovation go hand in hand. The Madrid Edition’s Oroya provides an opulent backdrop that elevates the sensory experience, inviting audiences to savor not only the final plates but the stories, techniques, and collaborations that bring them to life. Viewers can expect a blend of intense pressure, thoughtful critique, and moments of culinary revelation as Masterchef 11 continues to chart the journeys of aspiring chefs across Spain and beyond. Source: TVE broadcast notes and episode briefing.