Ep 22. Finale Pt. 1

In the Finale Pt. 1 episode of MasterChef season 9, the top three home cooks face off in a two-part finale to determine who will be crowned the next MasterChef. The finalists are challenged to create a three-course meal that showcases their skills and culinary style.

Before the cooking begins, the judges meet with each finalist to review their proposed menus. They give feedback on each dish and offer suggestions for improvement. The home cooks take notes and head to the pantry to gather the ingredients for their meals.

As the cooking commences, the judges watch closely to see how the finalists handle the pressure of the finale. The home cooks move quickly and efficiently, taking care to execute each dish perfectly. They use a variety of techniques and ingredients to create innovative and delicious dishes.

Throughout the episode, the judges offer guidance and critique to the finalists. They provide feedback on flavors, presentation, and technique. The home cooks take the feedback to heart and make adjustments to their dishes as needed.

As the cooking time comes to an end, the finalists rush to plate their dishes and deliver them to the judges. The judges take their time tasting each dish and taking notes on their impressions.

After the tasting, the judges deliberate and announce the winner of the first part of the finale. The home cook with the highest score moves on to the second part of the finale, while the other two are eliminated from the competition.

The episode ends with a sneak peek of the second part of the finale, where the remaining home cook will go head-to-head in one final challenge to determine who will be crowned the next MasterChef.