In the episode of MasterChef Celebrity on August 8, the contestants surprised chefs Jorge Rausch, Adria Marina, and Nicolás de Zubiría with an unexpected and irreverent protest. The reason: the prolonged absence of the charismatic host Claudia Bahamón, and the alleged discontent over the continuous use of black aprons, a symbol of the most challenging and feared challenges in the competition.
Why has Claudia been absent from the show?
Claudia Bahamón has become an undisputed icon of MasterChef Celebrity, not only as a host but also as a source of emotional support and mediator between the demanding chefs and the contestants. The players from the 2024 season have referred to her as “an angel” because she is always there to assist and even try to salvage dishes that receive poor ratings.
At the beginning of today’s episode, the contestants decided to enter the kitchen together, voicing their protest and demanding the return of Claudia Bahamón to the show, and that the tradition of using black aprons be put to an end.
“Claudia, bring back, no more black aprons,” was the motto of the celebrities that echoed in the MasterChef Celebrity kitchen like a call for action.
Instead of taking offense at the protest, chefs Jorge Rausch, Adria Marina, and Nicolás de Zubiría chose to respond with humor. In particular, the Mexican chef joked about implementing a new rule: removing the immunity pins if the contestants continued to express dissatisfaction with how they were treated. “If they dislike the black aprons, we could consider removing the immunity pins,” she suggested, prompting nervous laughter from the contestants.
Far from taking the protest badly, the chefs decided to take the situation with humor. | Photo: Courtesy of RCN Channel
Jorge Rausch, on his part, added in a light-hearted tone: “Do you think things will improve with this treatment towards us?” To which the contestants replied affirmatively, emphasizing the need to explore different approaches to achieve their objective.
Actress Cony Camelo, recognized for her charm and acting abilities, took the opportunity to deliver a dramatic performance, attempting to persuade the chefs, especially Jorge Rausch, to discontinue the use of black aprons. “He appears as a child who wants to act naughty, but deep down, he is envious and desires to be loved,” Camelo remarked, eliciting laughter from her peers and the judges.
Ultimately, After the performances and jests, chef Nicolás de Zubiría disclosed that, despite the protest, there would be no black aprons in this episode, bringing a sense of relief to the contestants. Subsequently, the day’s challenge was unveiled.
The Archies Italian Challenge
The challenge of the day tasked the contestants with cooking in pairs and a group of three, aiming to craft a main course and a dessert suitable for inclusion in a prestigious restaurant’s menu. Inspired by Italian cuisine, the challenge required the contestants to showcase their creativity and culinary expertise to impress the judges.
The competition was fierce, but in the end, only three teams succeeded in pleasing the discerning palates of the judges. The first victorious duo was Vicky Berrío and Carolina Cuervo, who presented “Le nostre risate,” a dish distinguished by its flavor balance, impeccable presentation, and the joviality of the duo behind it.
Vicky Berrío and Carolina Cuervo presenting an Italian-style churro proposal. | Photo: RCN screenshot.
The second winning pair of the challenge was Cony Camelo and Paola Rey, who, despite lacking prior experience working together, surprised everyone with their “Happy Rectangles,” a pizza concept blending fresh ingredients and precise cooking.
Reactions
This episode sparked a wave of excitement among the show’s fans, flooding social media with accolades for the new culinary innovations. Many expressed eagerness to sample in a restaurant the dishes they had previously only seen on television. Comments like “I can’t wait to try their creations,” “we’re ready to order those dishes,” and “seeing them happy without black aprons is wonderful” underscore the audience’s strong connection with the show and its participants.
MasterChef Celebrity fans were in for a surprise on the episode that aired on August 8, as contestants took matters into their own hands in an unexpected and irreverent protest. The cause of the protest? The prolonged absence of the beloved presenter Claudia Bahamón and the continuous imposition of black aprons for challenging competitions.
Claudia Bahamón has become a beloved figure on the show, not only as a presenter but also as a source of emotional support and mediator between the participants and the demanding chefs. Her absence in the 2024 season was deeply felt by the contestants, who see her as an angel always willing to help and support them, even in the toughest of times.
In a bold move, the participants decided to make a joint entrance to the kitchen and voice their protest, demanding the return of Claudia Bahamón to the program and an end to the trend of black aprons. Their slogan, “Claudia, bring back, no more black aprons,” echoed through the MasterChef Celebrity kitchen like a call to action.
Instead of taking the protest negatively, chefs Jorge Rausch, Adria Marina, and Nicolás de Zubiría decided to respond with humor. Chef Adria Marina even suggested a new rule of removing immunity pins if the contestants continued to show discontent. This lighthearted response caused laughter among the participants and diffused the tension in the kitchen.
The protest took a comical turn with actress Cony Camelo putting on a dramatic performance to convince the chefs, especially Jorge Rausch, to stop imposing black aprons. Her theatrics drew laughter from everyone present, including the judges themselves.
In a surprising turn of events, chef Nicolás de Zubiría revealed that there would be no black aprons in that particular episode, much to the relief of the participants. With the protest over, the contestants were then briefed on the day’s challenge.
The Archies Italian Challenge required the contestants to cook in pairs and as a team of three, creating a main dish and a dessert inspired by Italian gastronomy. The contestants had to showcase their creativity and culinary skills to impress the judges.
After a fierce competition, only three teams managed to impress the judges with their dishes. The winning couples included Vicky Berrío and Carolina Cuervo with their dish “Le nostre risate” and Cony Camelo and Paola Rey with their pizza proposal “Happy Rectangles.”
The episode generated a wave of enthusiasm among fans, with many expressing excitement to try the dishes in a restaurant. The connection between the audience and the show’s participants was evident in the positive reactions on social media.
Overall, the episode of MasterChef Celebrity was a mix of drama, humor, and culinary talent, showcasing the resilience and creativity of the contestants. The absence of black aprons and the return of Claudia Bahamón brought a sense of unity and joy among the participants, setting the stage for a memorable and entertaining episode.
