Ep 3. Episode 3

In episode 3 of My Restaurant Rules Australia season 1, the five competing teams continue their journey to create and run their very own restaurant in hopes of winning a cash prize. This week, the hosts Alex Perry and Karen Martini give the teams a new challenge: to create a signature dish that best represents the personality of their restaurant.

The teams are given a budget of $1000 to shop for ingredients and have 24 hours to conceptualize and prepare their signature dish. Some teams opt for classic dishes, while others experiment with unique flavor combinations. Throughout the episode, the teams are shown preparing their dishes with commentary from their team leaders about the inspiration behind their culinary creations.

Later, the judges arrive at the restaurants to sample the signature dishes. The judges are looking for both great taste and presentation. Each restaurant is judged on the creativity and execution of their signature dish, with points being awarded based on the judges' scores.

After the judges complete their tasting, Alex and Karen announce the winner of the challenge. The winning team receives an advantage towards the next challenge and a round of drinks on the house.

However, the challenges do not end here. The next morning, the teams are given a second challenge, which is to create a three-course meal for a group of 20 guests. The guests include the judges from the previous challenge and some industry experts. The teams must work together to create the menu, plan the service, and ensure that everything runs smoothly on the night of the event.

With only a few hours left until the guests arrive, the stress levels rise as the teams scramble to complete their dishes on time. They must also ensure that the restaurant is clean and presentable to impress the guests.

As the guests arrive and settle into their seats, the teams begin serving their carefully crafted dishes. Throughout the night, the judges and industry experts critique each course, evaluating the synergy between the dishes and the overall dining experience. The teams must work together to handle feedback and make adjustments on the fly.

In the end, the judges announce the team with the highest score, who receives immunity from the next elimination round. The losing team must head to the elimination challenge to battle for their place in the competition.

As the episode ends, the pressure is on for the losing team, who must prove themselves in the next round. Meanwhile, the winning team celebrates their immunity and looks forward to the next challenge. This episode showcases both the creativity and teamwork required to run a successful restaurant and leaves viewers excited for what's to come in the competition.