Recap | MKR on Channel 7 S15E20 – From strategy to semi-finals. Maria and Bailey fight chaos and criticism to continue in MKR.
Tonight, MKR on Seven and 7plus brought high drama to Adelaide as boss friends Maria and Bailey faced a challenging cook filled with high expectations but ultimately earned a total score of 64 out of 100, securing their place in the semi-finals.
Determined to silence their critics and ensure their food could rise above the strategic scoring drama, the duo served an ambitious menu.
Bailey admitted: “The whole table has been turning on us recently since they found out we strategically scored.”
“We have a target on our back,” added Maria.
For entrée, they served Octopus with Fava and Spicy Salsa Verde, as well as Feta Gnocchi with Prawn Bisque, Pepper Cream, and Ouzo Gel, which received mixed reactions from the judges. Colin scored his entrée a seven and praised the octopus as “cooked beautifully”, although he wanted “a little more char” and less of the overpowering fava puree.
Manu was disappointed with the gnocchi, calling it “too dense and heavy”, but he appreciated the salty feta, scoring a six.
The mains – Barramundi with Potato Scales, Mediterranean Vegetables and Lemon Velouté, and Scotch Fillet with Red Wine Jus and Potato Terrine – were impacted by chaos in the kitchen.
Mark’s unexpected intrusion, saying he wanted to help them by delivering the steak order, rattled the team, with Bailey fuming: “He’s here to distract us.” The steaks triggered a smoke alarm and Maria admitted: “We know our mains are not perfect, but we faced a lot of chaos tonight.”
Both mains received a six from the judges. Colin found his scotch fillet slightly overcooked and said the red wine jus “still tasted of alcohol”, while Manu noted the fish was “nicely cooked” but the potato scales “could have been done a lot better”.
Dessert was a high-stakes moment for Maria, who owns a cookie business. They served a warm Pistachio Cookie with Praline and Vanilla Bean Ice Cream, and Pavlova with Earl Grey Ganache, Raspberry and Pink Peppercorn Coulis.
Colin enjoyed the cookie’s flavour and caramelised pistachios but said “I wanted a soft gooey ooziness. It was a lot of hard cookie.” He scored the dish a six. Manu praised the pavlova’s components individually, alongside the “fantastic” ganache, but felt they didn’t quite go together, scoring a seven.
The guest teams awarded Bailey and Maria 26 out of 40, with Bailey expressing surprise at Mark and Tan’s score of seven.
Bailey shared: “Mark cannot be trusted. He is playing a strategic game to butter us up, so we score them well for their Ultimate Instant Restaurant.”
| Judges’ Scores | Entrée | Main | Dessert | |
| Manu Feildel | 6/10 | 6/10 | 7/10 | 19/30 |
| Colin Fassnidge | 7/10 | 6/10 | 6/10 | 19/30 |
| Total Score | 38/60 | |||
| MKR Team Scores | |
| Mark and Tan | 7/10 |
| Lol and Lil | 6/10 |
| Justin and Will | 6/10 |
| Danielle and Marko | 7/10 |
| Total Score | 26/40 |
| Scoreboard | |
| Justin and Will | 75/100 |
| Lol and Lil | 68/100 |
| Maria and Bailey | 64/100 |
| Danielle and Marko | 62/100 |
| Mark and Tan | |
Tuesday on MKR: The final Ultimate Instant Restaurant is here. Mark and Tan take a high-risk approach, seeking a high reward, as they, along with Danielle and Marko, face elimination.
MKR – Continues 7.30pm Tuesday on Seven and 7plus
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Recap | MKR on Channel 7 S15E20
About the Show
Get ready, Australia – the table is set, and the heat is back on!
A brand-new season of My Kitchen Rules returns to Seven and 7plus at 7.30pm on Monday, 1 September.
This year, MKR is serving up more than just food. Real kitchens, real stories and unforgettable flavours – MKR celebrates the heart of home cooking.
The competition is fierce, the stakes are high and the pressure is on.
Presiding over the table, culinary icons Manu Feildel and Colin Fassnidge return as co-hosts and judges, united by friendship and a shared passion for discovering Australia’s top home culinary talent.
Manu said:
“Cooking continues to evolve – in households across Australia and around the world. This year’s MKR contestants bring new recipes, fresh ingredients and innovative tactics and techniques. We’re in for a very interesting season around the dinner table.”
Added Colin:
“There are many different personalities at the table, all firing at 110%. Also upping the ante this year, we have some controversial dishes, one in particular that will divide the table and the nation.”
From cherished family recipes passed down through generations to bold new twists on traditional favourites, this season is a celebration of heritage, heart and homegrown talent.
Expect big personalities, bigger flavours and a whole lot of sugar and spice on the plate and around the table.
