My Kitchen Rules is about to raise the stakes.
Three fresh teams have joined the line-up, ready to disrupt the leaderboard and challenge the original contenders with bold flavours and a competitive edge.
Meet the newcomers
MKR’s gatecrashers Danielle, 26 and Marko, 26.
Danielle, 26 and Marko, 26, happy couple, Western Australia
How would you describe your personalities?
Danielle: I love having a joke and don’t take life too seriously, but I’m also probably the most organised person you’ll ever meet. I have a list for everything.
Marko: Happy and positive.
Mark, 35 and Tan, 27, competitive mates, South Australia
Why did you want to compete on MKR?
Mark: MKR is a chance to try something different and interesting, combining the competition element and cooking alongside Tan.
Tan: To prove to myself that I can compete and do well in high-pressure environments, outside of businesses. I want to cook for people, showcase my background and make my family proud.
MKR gatecrashers Amy 45, and Lara 36.
Amy, 45 and Lara, 36, divorcees, Queensland.
What are your hobbies or passions outside of food?
Amy: I love travelling, adventures, surfing, art, sport and animals.
Lara: My passions include overthinking, walking for clarity and karaoke for chaos.
Where the leaderboard stands
Judges Manu Feildel and Colin Fassnidge have already completed the first six Instant Restaurant visits.
Best mates Justin and Will (79) and Greek mother-daughter duo Anne and Maree (78) topped the first-round leaderboard and head straight to Kitchen HQ.
Meanwhile, cousins Mel and Jacinta bowed out of the competition with a score of 50, while Maria and Bailey (68), Michael and Rielli (65), and Lol and Lil (64) remain in play for a second Instant Restaurant round.
OGs versus gatecrashers
The question now is whether the new teams can knock the originals off their perch. Meat-lover Michael isn’t convinced: “These Gatecrashers have got no idea what they’re in for and they need to be put in their place.”
With a fresh mix of personalities and cooking styles, the next round of Instant Restaurants promises plenty of sparks both in and out of the kitchen.