In a nutshell
- MasterChef Asia premieres Sept 22 on HBO Max, Sept 22 on TLC, and Sept 23 on Discovery Channel
- Judged by Chef Edward Lee, Chef Pam Pichaya S., and Chef Kelvin Cheung
- Contestants from across Asia compete in Macao, a UNESCO Creative City of Gastronomy
MasterChef Asia returns September 22–23 on HBO Max, TLC, and Discovery Channel. Filmed in Macao, the 10‑episode series features Asian culinary talents competing under the guidance of renowned chefs Edward Lee, Pam Pichaya S., and Kelvin Cheung.
A Revamped Culinary Showdown
Warner Bros. Discovery, CreAsia Studio, and Banijay Rights bring back the global hit format with MasterChef Asia, premiering this September. The 10‑episode competition sees former contestants battle through high‑stakes challenges for the ultimate title.
MasterChef Asia Judges and Contestants
The judging panel features culinary giants:
- Chef Edward Lee
- Chef Pam Pichaya S.
- Chef Kelvin Cheung
Contestants include Vietnamese‑Australian chef Khanh Ong, Malaysian pastry chef Marcus Low, Korean gastronomy specialist Areum Yoon, and more, with guest judges like Mark Wiens and Abi Marquez joining throughout the season.
Filmed in Macao
Shot against the backdrop of Macao’s vibrant food culture, challenges unfold in:
- Iconic local markets
- Michelin‑starred restaurants
- The exclusive MasterChef Asia kitchen
Contestants will showcase creativity, versatility, and skill in a city recognized as a UNESCO Creative City of Gastronomy.
