My Kitchen Rules NZ series 1

My Kitchen Rules NZ
Series 1
No. of episodes30
Release
Original networkTVNZ
Original release24 August (2014-08-24) –
28 October 2014 (2014-10-28)
Series chronology

My Kitchen Rules NZ (series 1) is a reality television cooking programme which aired on the TVNZ TV ONE.

Teams

The teams in this episode were:[1][2]

Region Group Members Relationship Status
Bay of Plenty BOP 1 June Taragonish & Steph Lison Bogan Besties Eliminated on 2 September 2014 (Round 1 - Instant restaurant) [3][4]
Hawkes Bay HKB 2 Kelly & Megan Tarahase Hawkes Bay Sisters Eliminated on 15 September 2014 (Round 2 - Instant restaurant) [5]
Auckland AUK 1 Tracey Allan & Neil Gussey Beauty & The Beast Eliminated on 21 September 2014 (Round 3 - Instant restaurant) [6]
Canterbury CAN 3 Theresa Haynery & Joelle Soga Sporty Mums
Otago OTA 1 Dan & Christie Beck Newlyweds Eliminated on 1 October 2014 (Round 4 - Sudden Death) [7]
Auckland AUK 1 Sam & Dan Freeman Social Media Buddies[8] Eliminated on 8 October 2014 (Round 5 - Sudden Death) [9]
Wellington WGN 2 Ian Wright & Sandie Wright Fireman & His Flame
Wellington WGN 3 Steve Goodman & Maura Rigby Wellington Foodies Eliminated on 15 October 2014 (Round 6 - Sudden Death) [10][11]
Canterbury CAN 2 Jessie Smulders & Ricki-mae Paisley Christchurch Cuties Eliminated on 22 October 2014 (Round 7 - Sudden Death) [12]
Auckland AUK 2 Josh King & Aaron Gascoigne Corporate Dads Eliminated on 26 October 2014 (Round 8 - Semi-Final 1) [13]
Wellington WGN 3 Dai Sano & Dal Chayo Sugar & Spice Eliminated on 28 October 2014 (Round 8 - Semi-Final 2) [14][15]
Manawatu MWT 2 Aaron Freeman & Heather Freeman Polynesian Cooks RUNNER-UP
Waikato WKO 1 Neena Truscott & Belinda MacDonald Modern Day Hippies WINNERS [16]

Elimination History

Round: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
Instant Restaurants Sudden Death Semi-Finals Final
Team Result
WKO Neena & Belinda 1st
(71) 		— — RCO
(Safe) 		People's
Choice 		People's
Choice 		SD
(53) 		— 1st
(55) 		WINNERS
(52)
MWT Aaron & Heather — 1st
(75) 		— RCO
(Safe) 		RCO
(Safe) 		RCO
(Safe) 		RCO
(Safe) 		1st
(54) 		— Runners-up
(51)
WGN Dai & Dal — — 1st
(79) 		People's
Choice 		SD
(51) 		RCO
(Safe) 		RCO
(Safe) 		— 2nd
(47) 		Eliminated
(Episode 29)
AUK Josh & Aaron — 4th
(68) 		2nd
(73) 		People's
Choice 		RCO
(Safe) 		RCO
(Safe) 		People's
Choice 		2nd
(50) 		Eliminated
(Episode 28)
CAN Jessie & Ricki — 2nd
(70) 		— RCO
(Safe) 		RCO
(Safe) 		SD
(44) 		SD
(43) 		Eliminated
(Episode 27)
WGN Steve & Maura — — 3rd
(69) 		People's
Choice 		SD
(44) 		SD
(43) 		Eliminated
(Episode 24)
WGN Ian & Sandle — 3rd
(69) 		— RCO
(Safe) 		SD
(41) 		Eliminated
(Episode 21)
AUK Sam & Dan 3rd
(63) 		— — SD
(42) 		SD
(12)
OTA Dan & Christie 2nd
(64) 		— — SD
(35) 		Eliminated
(Episode 18)
CAN Theresa & Joelle — — 4th
(68) 		Eliminated
(Episode 15)
AUK Tracey & Neil 4th
(57) 		— 5th
(57)
HKB Kelly & Megan — 5th
(53) 		Eliminated
(Episode 10)
BOP June & Steph 5th
(47) 		Eliminated
(Episode 5)
Cell descriptions
Team won the challenge, People's Choice or received the highest score for the round.
Team lost a challenge, cooked the weakest dish or received a low score and must compete in an additional round or challenge.
Safe Team became safe from elimination after winning/passing the challenge.
SD Team won the Sudden Death cook-off and is safe from elimination. Scores are out of 60.
SD Team was eliminated after losing the Sudden Death cook-off or round. Scores are out of 60.
Immune From winning the previous challenge, team was immune from elimination and was not required to participate.
— Results do not apply as the team was not allocated to this challenge or round.

Competition details

Instant Restaurant Round

Round 1 - Scores

  • Episodes 1 to 5
  • Airdate – 24 Aug to 2 Sep 2014
  • Description – Teams were to transform their homes into an 'Instant Restaurant', serving opposing teams and judges a three course meal (Entree, Main and Dessert). All teams are judged and scored by the other teams, and also by Ben and Gareth.
Ep. Team Airdate Guest scores Ben's Scores Gareth's Scores Total
(out of 100) 		Rank Result
NB SD JS DC TN Entrée Main Dessert Entrée Main Dessert
1 WKO NB: Neena & Belinda 24 Aug2014 - 6 7 7 7 9 6 7 8 7 7 71 1st Safe
2 AUK SD: Sam & Dan 26 Aug 2014 4 - 6 6 8 5 7 8 5 7 7 63 3rd Safe
3 BOP JS: June & Steph 27 Aug 2014 4 3 - 5 5 4 5 6 5 4 6 47 5th Eliminated
4 OTA DC: Dan & Christie 31 Aug 2014 5 6 5 - 6 5 8 9 5 7 8 64 2nd Safe
5 AUK TN: Tracey & Neil 2 Sep 2014 7 5 5 6 - 4 9 4 4 8 5 57 4th Through to Round 3

Round 1 - Dishes

Team Restaurant Name Entrée Main Dessert
WKO NB: Neena & Belinda Pan-Seared Hapuka
with Pumpkin and Horopito Puree, Wild Blackberries and Kawakawa Crisps		 Sticky Hawthorn Berry Venison
with Turmeric and Chilli Roasties, Green Beans and Hazelnuts 		White Chocolate & Kahikatea Tart
with Honey Pine Nut Crust and Hahikatea berries
AUK SD: Sam & Dan Caramelised Onion &

Mushroom Tortellini
with Burnt Butter and Sage Sauce

Eye Fillet
with Triple Cooked Pom Frits, Hollandaise Sauce, Green Salad & Red Wine Jus 		Raspberry Brownie
with Toasted Almonds, Maruka Honey Yoghurt, Minted Raspberry Sorbet & Milk Chocolate Ganache
BOP JS: June & Steph Roasted Red Pepper & Tomato Soup
with Parmesan Fried Bread 		Slow cooked Lamb Shanks
with Garlic Potato Mash, Baby Carrots & Beans with a Red Wine & Plum Jus 		Apple & Cinnamon Pie
with Nutty Vanilla Ice Cream & Macadamia Liqueur Sauce
OTA DC: Dan & Christie Snapper Ceviche Spicy Pork Belly
with Polenta Chips &

Chipotle Mayonnaise

Chili Chocolate Pie
with Margarita Cream
AUK TN: Tracey & Neil Spicy Walnut

Encrusted Snapper
with Orange & Parsley Salad

Tahini & Soy Infused

Slow Roasted Pork Belly
with Potato Galette & Red Cabbage

White Chocolate Mountain
with Thai Ginger Infused

Raspberry Coulis & Coconut Shavings

Round 2

  • Episodes 6 to 10
  • Airdate – 3 Sep to 14 Sep 2014
  • Description – Teams were to transform their homes into an 'Instant Restaurant', serving opposing teams and judges a three course meal (Entree, Main and Dessert). All teams are judged and scored by the other teams, and also by Ben and Gareth.
Ep. Team Airdate Guest scores Ben Gareth Total
(out of 100) 		Rank Result
AH IS JR JA KM Entrée Main Dessert Entrée Main Dessert
6 MWT AH: Aaron & Heather 3 Sep 2014 - 8 8 8 7 6 7 9 6 7 9 75 1st Safe
7 WGN IS: Ian & Sandie 7 Sep 2014 6 - 6 6 7 7 6 9 8 5 9 69 3rd Safe
8 CAN JR: Jessie & Ricki 8 Sep 2014 6 7 - 6 6 10 7 6 9 6 7 70 2nd Safe
9 AUK JA: Josh & Aaron 10 Sep 2014 7 7 7 - 6 9 8 4 8 8 4 68 4th Through to Round 3
10 HKB KM: Kelly & Megan 14 Sep 2014 4 5 4 3 - 9 6 4 10 4 4 53 5th Eliminated

Round 2 - Dishes

Team Restaurant Name Entrée Main Dessert
MWT AH: Aaron & Heather Trio of Ceviche

with Kumara Chips

Beef Eye Fillet

with Watercress, Cauliflower Purée, Carrots, Gaufritte and Red Wine Jus

Boca Loca

Chocolate Mousse with Cacao and Chilli, Berry Coulis and Strawberries

Tatou
WGN IS: Ian & Sandie Pan Seared Fish

on Potato Fondant with Beurre Noisette

Gorgonzola, Mushroom and Walnut Risotto

with Chorizo Crumb

Vanilla Panna Cotta
Ignite
CAN JR: Jessie & Rickie Spinach, Ricotta and Pine Nut Ravioli Salmon Fillet

with Zesty Lime & Mango Couscous Salad

Baked Chocolate Pudding
Liaise
AUK JA: Josh & Aaron Sesame Seed Encrusted Seared Yellow Fin Tuna

with Wasabi Mayo, Spiced Vinaigrette and a Rocket Bale

Free Range Breast of Chicken

with a Moa Noir Reduction, Duchess Potatoes and Asparagus

Pear and Ginger Fruit Crumble

with Homemade Kiwifruit and Manuka Honey Ice Cream

Two Fat Cats
HKB KM: Kelly & Megan Grilled Crayfish

with Winter Salad

Herb-Rubbed Venison Loin

with Cauliflower Purée and Tamarillo Sauce

Pumpkin Pie

and a Salted Caramel Sauce

The Whole Bowl

Round 3

  • Episodes 11 to 12
  • Airdate – 16 Sep to 24 Sep 2014
  • Description – Teams which placed fourth in the first two Instant Restaurant are joined by three Gatecrashers and had to transform their homes into an 'Instant Restaurant', serving opposing teams and judges a three course meal (Entree, Main and Dessert). All teams are judged and scored by the other teams, and also by Ben and Gareth. Two teams with the lowest score will be eliminated.
Ep. Team Airdate Guest scores Ben Gareth Total
(out of 100) 		Rank Result
TJ TN JA SM DD Entrée Main Dessert Entrée Main Dessert
11 CAN TJ: Theresa & Joelle 16 Sep 2014 - 7 5 7 8 5 8 8 68 4th Eliminated
12 AUK TN: Tracy & Neil 17 Sep 2014 6 - 5 5 5 6 5 8 6 5 6 57 5th Eliminated
13 AUK JA: Josh & Aaron 21 Sep 2014 8 7 - 8 7 9 6 7 9 6 6 73 2nd Safe
14 WGN SM: Steve & Maura 23 Sep 2014 8 5 7 - 7 9 5 7 9 5 7 69 3rd Safe
15 WGN DD: Dai & Dal 24 Sep 2014 7 9 7 9 - 8 10 6 7 10 6 79 1st Safe

Sudden Death - Round 4

People's Choice 1: Ronald McDonald House's Challenge

  • Episodes 16
  • Airdate – 28 Sep 2014
  • Description – Competing in a group of three, teams headed into the first challenge to serve a dish. Families will vote by donating for their favourite dish and the group who received the most votes will receive People's Choice, sending them safe from Rapid Cook-Off and Showdown. Judges Ben and Gareth sent the weakest team directly into the first Sudden Death Cook-Off. All other surviving teams are through to the next showdown.
People's Choice
Group Team Dish Result
1

(Black)

WKO NB: Neena & Belinda Wild Weed Spanakopita

Side: Potato Stacks

IN: Through to Rapid Cook-off
AUK SD: Sam & Dan Crispy-Fried Free-Range Chicken

with Citrus Alioli

LOW: Through to Sudden Death
OTA DC: Dan & Christie Black Bean Chocolate Brownie IN: Through to Rapid Cook-off
2

(White)

MWT AH: Aaron & Heather Beef Shin Osso Bucco

with Israeli Couscous Side: Potato Gratin

IN: Through to Rapid Cook-off
WGN IS: Ian & Sandie Vegetable Balti

with Flatbreads and Raita

IN: Through to Rapid Cook-off
CAN JR: Jessie & Ricki White Chocolate Ambrosia Cheesecake

with Shortbread

IN: Through to Rapid Cook-off
3

(Red)

AUK JA: Josh & Aaron Chicken Tenders

with Asian Slaw

WIN: People's Choice. Immune.
WGN SM: Steve & Maura Triple Chocolate Cheesecake WIN: People's Choice. Immune.
WGN DD: Dai & Dal Fried Noodles

Side: Spring Rolls

WIN: People's Choice. Immune.

Rapid Cook-Off

45min Mystery Challenge
  • Episodes 12
  • Airdate – 17 Nov 2015
  • Description – Each team must cook a two course romantic date night meal in 45 minutes.
Showdown - Whole Chicken
  • Description – Teams were given a whole chicken and option to debone it themselves. The losing team will compete in the Elimination Sudden Death.
RAPID COOK-OFF - Savory Sweet SHOWDOWN - Whole Chicken
Team Dish Result Dish Result
WKO NB: Neena & Belinda Pork Fillet

with Potato Mash and Apple Cider Sage Sauce

SAFE: Winners N/A
(Immune)
AUK SD: Sam & Dan N/A
(Through to Sudden Death)
OTA DC: Dan & Christie Minted Rack of Lamb

with Smashed Peas and Root Vegetable Chips

IN: Through to Showdown Chicken Kiev

with Green Beans

LOW: Through to Sudden Death
MWT AH: Aaron & Heather Beef Carpaccio

with White Bean Purée, Toast and Petit Salad

IN: Through to Showdown Quarter Roast Chicken

with Potato Mash, Brussels Sprouts and Pan Jus

SAFE: High
WGN IS: Ian & Sandie Asian-Spiced Fish

with Coconut Rice and Sesame Beans

IN: Through to Showdown Lemon & Thyme Chicken Breast

with Kumara Rosti, Broccoli and Jus

SAFE: High
CAN JR: Jessie & Ricki Coffee Pancakes

with Chocolate Sauce and Vanilla Mascarpone

IN: Through to Showdown Chicken Breast

with Mushroom Sauce, Kumara Smash and Beans

SAFE: Winners
AUK JA: Josh & Aaron N/A
(Immune)
WGN SM: Steve & Maura N/A
(Immune)
WGN DD: Dai & Dal N/A
(Immune)

Sudden Death

  • Episodes 18
  • Airdate – 1 Oct 2014
  • Description – Teams compete in the first Sudden Death Cook-Off.
Sudden Death Cook-Off Results
Team Judge's scores Total
(out of 60) 		Result
Nadia Grace Robert Sean Ben Gareth
AUK SD: Sam & Dan 7 7 7 6 8 7 42 SAFE
Dishes Entree Baked Crusted Hapuka

with Pomme Purée and Beurre Blanc

Main Pork Belly

with Scallops, Chorizo, Apple Compote and Vanilla Syrup

Dessert Deconstructed Lemon & Raspberry Meringue Pie
OTA DC: Dan & Christie 6 5 6 6 6 6 35 Eliminated
Dishes Entree Hoki Cakes

with Tomato Sauce

Main Pork and Fennel Pasta
Dessert Chocolate Fondant

with Lavender Cream

Sudden Death - Round 5

People's Choice 2: International Market Day Challenge

  • Episodes 19
  • Airdate – 5 Oct 2014
  • Description – Each team must tackle a different cuisine and try to impress 150 guests who will vote by donating for their favourite dish and the team who received the most money will receive People's Choice, sending them safe from Rapid Cook-Off and Showdown. Judges Ben and Gareth sent two of the weakest teams directly into the second Sudden Death Cook-Off. All other surviving teams are through to the next showdown.
People's Choice
Team Dish Result
WKO NB: Neena & Belinda INDIAN

Tomato and Tamarind Fish Curry with Coconut Chutney and Indian Flatbread

WIN: People's Choice. Immune.
AUK SD: Sam & Dan THAILAND

Thai Green Chicken Curry with Roti

LOW: Through to Rapid Cook-off
MWT AH: Aaron & Heather KIWI

L&P Glazed Sticky Ribs with Marinated Mussels and Fried Bread

IN: Through to Rapid Cook-off
WGN IS: Ian & Sandie MEXICO

Soft Shell Fish Tacos with Spicy Salsa

LOW: Through to Sudden Death
CAN JR: Jessie & Ricki ITALY

Mushroom and Goat’s Cheese Arancini with Tomato and Basil Sauce

LOW: Through to Rapid Cook-off
AUK JA: Josh & Aaron PACIFIC ISLAND

Papillote Fish-o-Lolo

IN: Through to Rapid Cook-off
WGN SM: Steve & Maura CHINA

Chicken and Prawn Crispy Pancakes with Dipping Sauce

LOW: Through to Sudden Death
WGN DD: Dai & Dal JAPAN

Chicken Katsu with Chilli Mayonnaise and Teriyaki Sauce

IN: Through to Rapid Cook-off

Rapid Cook-Off

45min Mince Challenge
  • Episodes 20
  • Airdate – 7 Oct 2015
  • Description – Each team must use a minced protein and produce a dish in 45 minutes. The winning team will be safe from elimination and the losing team will compete in the Elimination Sudden Death.
Showdown - Mystery Crate
  • Description – Teams were each given a mystery box to cook a dish for 4 guests. The losing team will compete in the Elimination Sudden Death.
RAPID COOK-OFF - tbd SHOWDOWN - tbd
Team Dish Result Dish Result
WKO NB: Neena & Belinda N/A
(Immune)
AUK SD: Sam & Dan Mozzarella-Stuffed Lamb Meatballs

with Pea Purée

LOW: Through to Sudden Death N/A
(Through to Sudden Death)
MWT AH: Aaron & Heather San Choy Bow

Two Ways

SAFE: Winners N/A
(Immune)
WGN IS: Ian & Sandie N/A
(Through to Sudden Death)
CAN JR: Jessie & Ricki Lasagne Cupcake IN: Through to Showdown Pan-Fried Salmon

with Beetroot and Quinoa Salad

SAFE: Winners
AUK JA: Josh & Aaron Shepherd’s Pie

with Winter Vegetables

IN: Through to Showdown Duck Breast

with Cauliflower Purée, Kumara Chips, Peach and Pineapple Jus

SAFE: High
WGN SM: Steve & Maura N/A
(Through to Sudden Death)
WGN DD: Dai & Dal Lao Sausage

with Tomato Chutney and Cucumber Salad

IN: Through to Showdown Lamb Rack

with Parsnip Purée and Plum Chutney

LOW: Through to Sudden Death

Sudden Death

  • Episodes 21
  • Airdate – 8 Oct 2014
  • Description – In a Double Elimination, the teams compete in the second Sudden Death Cook-Off.
Sudden Death Cook-Off Results
Team Judge's scores Total
(out of 60) 		Result
Nadia Grace Robert Sean Ben Gareth
AUK SD: Sam & Dan 3 1 3 0 3 2 12 Eliminated
Dishes Entree Crispy Pulled Chicken Tacos

with Guacamole and Tomato Salsa

Main Taco-Crusted Lamb Rack

with Potato Bombas, Carrot Purée and Salsa Brava

Dessert Chocolate Gateau

with Orange Syrup

WGN IS: Ian & Sandie 7 7 7 6 7 7 41 Eliminated
Dishes Entree Pea and Pancetta Risotto
Main ‘Grounded’ Beef Fillet

with Root Vegetables

Dessert Tarte Au Citron
WGN SM: Steve & Maura 8 8 7 7 7 7 44 SAFE
Dishes Entree Chicken Liver Parfait

with Brown Butter Crumb, Plum Jelly, Balsamic Reduction

Main Sous Vide Fillet Steak

with Truffled Gnocchi, Peas and Watercress Purée, Madeira Jus

Dessert Chocolate Delice

with Espresso Crème Fraiche and Salted Caramel Sauce

WGN DD: Dai & Dal 8 9 8 8 9 9 51 SAFE
Dishes Entree Banh Cuon

Vietnamese Rice Roll with Prawns

Main Tom Khen

Caramelised Pork Belly

Dessert Pavlova

with Passionfruit and Lychees

Sudden Death - Round 6

People's Choice 3: Lunch Platter Challenge

  • Episodes 22
  • Airdate – 12 Oct 2014
  • Description – Teams headed into the third challenge to each serve two platters for ten diners. The team who impresses the most will be safe from elimination and the weakest team will be the first into the Sudden Death Cook-Off. All other surviving teams are through to the next challenge.
People's Choice
Team Dish Result
WKO NB: Neena & Belinda Ploughman’s Lunch

Smoked Cheese Scones, Onion and Fig Jam, Fried Halloumi, Meats and Homemade Butter

WIN: People's Choice. Immune.
MWT AH: Aaron & Heather Beef Cheek Pies

with Potato Topping, Caprese Salad, Buffalo Mozzarella and Croutons

IN: Through to Rapid Cook-off
CAN JR: Jessie & Ricki Cheesy Chicken Breast

with Balsamic Roast Veges and Potato and Leek Smash

IN: Through to Rapid Cook-off
AUK JA: Josh & Aaron Beef Eye Fillet

with Mushroom Sauce and Roast Vegetables

IN: Through to Rapid Cook-off
WGN SM: Steve & Maura Mexican Fiesta

Soft Shell Pork and Prawn Tacos with Dirty Rice and Refried Beans

LOW: Through to Sudden Death
WGN DD: Dai & Dal BBQ Sticky Ribs

with Potato and Corn Salad

IN: Through to Rapid Cook-off

Rapid Cook-Off

45min Ultimate Breakfast Challenge
  • Episodes 23
  • Airdate – 14 Oct 2015
  • Description – Each team must cook a breakfast dish in 45 minutes. The winning team will be safe from elimination. The other teams will cook again in the showdown.
Showdown - Cheese
  • Description – The remaining three teams must cook a cheese dish in 45 minutes. The losing team will compete in the Elimination Sudden Death.
RAPID COOK-OFF - tbd SHOWDOWN - tbd
Team Dish Result Dish Result
WKO NB: Neena & Belinda N/A
(Immune)
MWT AH: Aaron & Heather Banana Pancakes

with Berry Compote, Maple Syrup Mascarpone and Smoothie

IN: Through to Showdown Macaroni Cheese

with Roquefort Salad & Croque Monsieur

SAFE: High
CAN JR: Jessie & Ricki Chorizo Omelette

with Tomato Bean Sauce

IN: Through to Showdown Three Cheese Quesadilla

with Guacamole

LOW: Through to Sudden Death
AUK JA: Josh & Aaron Bacon and Egg Pie

with Spicy Relish

SAFE: High N/A
(Immune)
WGN SM: Steve & Maura N/A
(Through to Sudden Death)
WGN DD: Dai & Dal Stuffed Mushrooms

with Poached Egg

IN: Through to Showdown Goat’s Cheese Ravioli

with Blue Cheese Sauce

SAFE: Winners

Sudden Death

  • Episodes 24
  • Airdate – 15 Oct 2014
  • Description – Teams compete in the third Sudden Death Cook-Off.
Sudden Death Cook-Off Results
Team Judge's scores Total
(out of 60) 		Result
Nadia Grace Robert Sean Ben Gareth
CAN JR: Jessie & Ricki 7 7 7 7 8 8 44 SAFE
Dishes Entree Butternut Squash Ravioli

with Sage Butter Sauce

Main Lemon Chicken

with Colourful Salad

Dessert After Dinner Delight
WGN SM: Steve & Maura 8 7 8 7 7 6 43 Eliminated
Dishes Entree Yellowfin Tuna and Hapuka Sashimi

with Wasabi and Avocado Mousse, Ponzu Caviar and Yuzu Lemon Air

Main Star Anise Braised Beef Short Rib

with Asian Greens, Garlic Pomme Purée and Baby Carrots

Dessert Lime and Ginger Infused Crème Brûlée

with Sesame Tuile, Yuzu Gel and Vanilla Cream Mousse

Sudden Death - Round 70

People's Choice 4: Pizza Challenge

  • Episodes 25
  • Airdate – 19 Oct 2014
  • Description – Teams headed into the fourth and final people’s choice challenge to serve a woodfired pizza. Diners will vote by donating for their favourite pizza and the group who received the most votes will receive People's Choice, making them safe from elimination and going straight to the semi finals. Judges Ben and Gareth sent the weakest team directly into the final Sudden Death Cook-Off. All other surviving teams are through to the next showdown.
People's Choice
Team Pizza Result
WKO NB: Neena & Belinda Indian Masala and Cashew

with Raita

IN: Through to Rapid Cook-off
MWT AH: Aaron & Heather Prosciutto, Rocket and Parmesan

and Margherita

LOW: Through to Rapid Cook-off
CAN JR: Jessie & Ricki Roasted Vegetables LOW: Through to Sudden Death
AUK JA: Josh & Aaron Prosciutto, Mozzarella and Mushrooms WIN: People's Choice. Immune.
WGN DD: Dai & Dal Prosciutto and Rocket IN: Through to Rapid Cook-off

Rapid Cook-Off

Date Night Challenge
  • Episodes 26
  • Airdate – 21 Oct 2014
  • Description – Each team must cook a romantic date night main dish with the winner going straight to the semi finals.
Showdown - Chocolate
  • Description – Teams had to create two portions of their best chocolate dish. The losing team will compete in the Elimination Sudden Death.
RAPID COOK-OFF - tbd SHOWDOWN - tbd
Team Dish Result Dish Result
WKO NB: Neena & Belinda Eye Fillet
with Bone Marrow Butter and Nettle Chimichurri 		IN: Through to Showdown Chocolate Tart
with Boozy Date and Orange Salad 		LOW: Through to Sudden Death
MWT AH: Aaron & Heather Hapuka Fillet
with Oysters Two Ways and Melon Caviar 		IN: Through to Showdown Chocolate Cake
with Mango Curd 		SAFE: Winners
CAN JR: Jessie & Ricki N/A
(Through to Sudden Death)
AUK JA: Josh & Aaron N/A
(Immune)
WGN DD: Dai & Dal Duck Breast
with Spiced Plum Sauce and Fondant Potatoes 		SAFE: Winners N/A
(Immune)

Sudden Death

  • Episodes 27
  • Airdate – 22 Oct 2014
  • Description – Teams compete in the fourth and last Sudden Death Cook-Off.
Sudden Death Cook-Off Results
Team Judge's scores Total
(out of 60) 		Result
Nadia Grace Robert Sean Ben Gareth
WKO NB: Neena & Belinda 9 9 9 9 9 8 53 SAFE
Dishes Entree Chilli Kelp Spiced Lamb
with Smoky Eggplant Purée, Dried Figs and Chèvre
Main Pan Fried Hapuka
with Jewelled Couscous, Preserved Lemon Gremolata and Harissa Yoghurt
Dessert Panna Cotta
with Roasted Rhubarb and Orange and Salted Macadamia Crumb
CAN JR: Jessie & Ricki 7 7 7 8 7 7 43 Eliminated
Dishes Entree Cheese Tortellini
in Broth
Main Eye Fillet
with Herb Sauce
Dessert Coconut Panna Cotta
with Mango Sauce

Semi-finals

Semi-final 1

  • Episodes 31
  • Airdate – 26 Oct 2014
  • Description – Two teams in the first Semi-Final Cook-Off. The lower scoring team is eliminated and the winner proceeds through to the Grand Final.
Semi-Final Cook-Off Results
Team Judge's scores Total
(out of 60) 		Result
Nadia Grace Robert Sean Ben Gareth
MWT AH: Aaron & Heather 9 10 9 8 9 9 54 SAFE
Dishes Entree Yellowfin Tuna Tartare
with Lime Moina Tai and Plantain Chip
Main Duo of Short Beef Rib and Fillet

with Celeriac Purée, Madeira Sauce, Pommes Frites, Crispy Shallot and Pak Choy

Dessert Meika Poke, Panikeke and Chili Chocolate Ganache
AUK JA: Josh & Aaron 8 9 8 8 9 8 50 Eliminated
Dishes Entree West Coast Whitebait Fritters
with Shaved Fennel Salad
Main Verjuice-Poached Crayfish Tails

with Crayfish Tortellini and String Vegetables

Dessert Poached Wild Pear Crumble

Semi-Final 2

  • Episodes 32
  • Airdate – 28 Oct 2014
  • Description – Two teams in the second Semi-Final Cook-Off. The lower scoring team is eliminated and the other team becomes the second team to proceed into the Grand Final.
Semi-Final Cook-Off Results
Team Judge's scores Total
(out of 60) 		Result
Nadia Grace Robert Sean Ben Gareth
WKO NB: Neena & Belinda 9 10 9 9 9 9 55 SAFE
Dishes Entree Sirloin and Prosciutto Wrapped Prawns

with Chilli Jam, Smoked Yoghurt and Pickled Radish

Main Sous-Vide Lamb Rack

with Horopito Pumpkin Purée, Feta, Piko Piko and Caper-Lime Vinaigrette

Dessert Lemon, Raspberry and Chocolate Cashew Cheesecake
WGN DD: Dai & Dal 8 8 7 8 8 8 47 Eliminated
Dishes Entree Seared Scallops

with Pea Purée, Asian Vinaigrette and Pancetta Crisp

Main Sous-Vide Lamb

with Spicy Papaya Salad and Rice

Dessert Chocolate Torte

with Raspberry Sorbet and Tuile

Grand-Final

Source:[17]

  • Episodes 33
  • Airdate – 29 Oct 2014
  • Description – In the final cook-off for the series, the top two teams face-off in the ultimate Grand Final. Teams each cook a five course degustation menu in the format of a cold entree, hot entree, seafood main, meat main and dessert. Twenty plates of each course, totalling 100 plates per team were served to all eliminated teams, friends and family. Guest judges returned for the final verdict of awarding the $100,000 prize to the winners. Teams also wear chef attire and have their Instant Restaurant represented.
Grand-Final Cook-Off Results
Team Judge's scores Total
(out of 60) 		Result
Nadia Grace Robert Sean Ben Gareth
WKO NB: Neena & Belinda 9 8 8 9 9 9 52 WINNERS
Dishes DANDELION
1st course: cold entrée Marinated Scallops

with Crisp Celeriac Salad, Forest Ham and Pecorino

2nd course: hot entrée Halloumi-Stuffed Zucchini Flowers

with Peperonata

3rd course: seafood main Manuka-Smoked Salmon

with Samphire, Horseradish Crème Fraiche, Lemon Pickle and Oatcakes

4th course: meat main Spiced Pomegranate Lamb

with Heirloom Carrots, Sheep’s Labneh and Wild Weed Harissa

5th course: dessert Passion on a Plate

Passionfruit Three Ways

MWT AH: Aaron & Heather 9 9 9 8 8 8 51 Runners-up
Dishes TATOU
1st course: cold entrée Oysters Three Ways

with Upside-Down Ika Mata

2nd course: hot entrée Seafood Risotto

with Grissini

3rd course: seafood main Boil Up
4th course: meat main Sous-Vide Quarter Chicken

with Polenta, Pickled Savoy Cabbage and Artichokes

5th course: dessert Te Pai Remene

Lemon Pie

Episodes

Round Episode Original airdate Timeslot
1 1 Instant Restaurant Round: NB: Neena & Belinda 24 August 2014 Sunday 7:30pm
2 Instant Restaurant Round: SD: Sam & Dan 26 August 2014 Wednesday 7:30pm
3 Instant Restaurant Round: JS: June & Steph 27 August 2014 Thursday 7:30pm
4 Instant Restaurant Round: DC: Dan & Christie 31 August 2014 Sunday 7:30pm
5 Instant Restaurant Round: TN: Tracey & Niel 2 September 2014 Wednesday 7:30pm
2 6 Instant Restaurant Round: AH: Aaron & Heather 3 September 2014 Thursday 7:30pm
7 Instant Restaurant Round: IS: Ian & Sandie 7 September 2014 Sunday 7:30pm
8 Instant Restaurant Round: JR: Jessie & Ricki 9 September 2014 Wednesday 7:30pm
9 Instant Restaurant Round: JA: Josh & Aaron 10 September 2014 Thursday 7:30pm
10 Instant Restaurant Round: KM: Kelly & Megan 14 September 2014 Sunday 7:30pm
3 11 Instant Restaurant Round: TJ: Theresa & Joelle 16 September 2014 Wednesday 7:30pm
12 Instant Restaurant Round: TN: Tracy & Niel 17 September 2014 Thursday 7:30pm
13 Instant Restaurant Round: JA: Josh & Aaron 21 September 2014 Sunday 7:30pm
14 Instant Restaurant Round: SM: Steve & Maura 23 September 2014 Wednesday 7:30pm
15 Instant Restaurant Round: DD: Dai & Dal 24 September 2014 Thursday 7:30pm
4 16 People's Choice Challenge : 28 September 2014 Sunday 7:30pm
17 Rapid Cook-Off & Showdown: 30 September 2014 Wednesday 7:30pm
18 Sudden Death: 1 October 2014 Thursday 7:30pm
5 19 People's Choice Challenge: 5 October 2014 Sunday 7:30pm
20 Rapid Cook-Off & Showdown: 7 October 2014 Wednesday 7:30pm
21 Sudden Death: 8 October 2014 Thursday 7:30pm
6 22 People's Choice Challenge: 12 October 2014 Sunday 7:30pm
23 Rapid Cook-Off & Showdown: 14 October 2014 Wednesday 7:30pm
24 Sudden Death: 15 October 2014 Thursday 7:30pm
7 25 People's Choice Challenge: 19 October 2014 Sunday 7:30pm
26 Rapid Cook-Off & Showdown: 21 October 2014 Wednesday 7:30pm
27 Sudden Death: 22 October 2014 Thursday 7:30pm
8 31 Semi-Final: 26 October 2014 Sunday 7:30pm
9 32 Semi-Final: 28 October 2014 Wednesday 7:30pm
10 33 Grand Final: 29 October 2014 Thursday 7:30pm

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