Masterchef Italia 12x2 May 2026

Episode 2 (aired December 22, 2022) focused on the for aspiring chefs to enter the official MasterChef kitchen. Following the initial auditions in Episode 1, those who received only two "Yes" votes from the judges had to prove their worth in a high-stakes "Stress Test."

To finalize the roster of the 20 official contestants for the season. MasterChef Italia 12x2

Contestants were tasked with preparing a dish that highlighted their technical precision under a tight time limit, specifically focusing on consistency and "chef-level" plating. 🍴 Notable Contestants to Watch Episode 2 (aired December 22, 2022) focused on

100,000 euros in gold tokens, a professional training course, and a cookbook deal. 🍴 Notable Contestants to Watch 100,000 euros in

A standout young talent who would go on to be a runner-up.

Throughout the season, the kitchen hosted legendary chefs like Mauro Colagreco , Giancarlo Perbellini , and the always-feared Iginio Massari for pastry challenges.