Ep 1. New Kids on the Block

MasterChef Junior season 7 episode 1, "New Kids on the Block," kicks off the season with a brand new batch of talented young chefs. The episode starts with the introduction of the 24 contestants, all between the ages of 8 and 13, who are eager to showcase their culinary skills and win the title of MasterChef Junior.

The first challenge presented to the contestants is an invention test. In this test, the young chefs have to create a dish using a set of mystery ingredients. The ingredients in the mystery box are revealed to be shrimp, celery, asparagus, mushrooms, and potatoes. The chefs have 60 minutes to create a dish that showcases their creativity and culinary abilities.

As the contestants race against time to create their dishes, the judges, including Chef Gordon Ramsay, lead judge Christina Tosi, and new judge Aarón Sanchez, walk around the kitchen, observing and tasting the dishes as they take shape. The young chefs are full of energy and enthusiasm, yet nervous at the same time as they try to impress the judges with their culinary creations.

Some of the chefs come up with unique and creative dishes, while others struggle with the pressure and constraints of time and ingredients. Aarón Sanchez, who is new to the show, lends his expertise and advice to the young chefs and helps them improve their dishes.

After the 60-minute time limit, the chefs present their dishes to the judges. The judges scrutinize each dish based on taste, presentation, and creativity. The contestants wait anxiously to hear their feedback and hope to make it through to the next round.

The top 12 dishes are selected based on the judges' scores and the opinions of the contestants who are asked to vote for their favorite dishes. The contestants who made it to the top are safe from elimination and get to watch the rest of the competition from the balcony, while the remaining contestants have to compete in the next round.

The next challenge is to create a burger that reflects the contestants' personality and style. The young chefs are given access to a wide range of ingredients, including different types of bread, meats, cheeses, and vegetables, to create their unique burgers in just 45 minutes.

Once again, the judges taste and critique each dish, looking for creativity, taste, and presentation. The young chefs work hard to impress the judges and secure their positions in the competition.

In the end, a few chefs shine with their unique and delicious burgers, while others struggle to impress the judges. The judges deliberate and select the bottom four performers, who must face the final challenge, a pressure test, to stay in the competition.

Overall, MasterChef Junior season 7 episode 1 is a thrilling start to the season, as we see a new group of talented and passionate young chefs compete for the title of MasterChef Junior. The episode showcases the raw talent, creativity, and determination of the young chefs, as they work hard to impress the judges and stay in the competition. We can't wait to see what the rest of the season has in store!