Recap | MKR on Channel 7 S15E9 – Pardon your French. Manu lays down the law to Michael.
Tonight on MKR, Gatecrashers Mark and Tan started their Instant Restaurant, Charmed, with a bold ambition: to beat the highest score in MKR history. While they didn’t rewrite the record books, the competitive friends landed second on the leaderboard with a score of 80 out of 110.
With a menu rooted in Tan’s Thai heritage and Mark’s flair for theatrics, the duo promised a night of flavour and a little bit of magic.
Tan, who manages two restaurants but is not a chef, took charge of the entrée and main: Grilled Octopus with Thai-style Chimichurri and Chicken Khao Soi. Mark handled the Passionfruit Crème Brûlée dessert.
The food impressed, but tensions around the table stole the spotlight as Manu laid down the law after Michael interrupted his critique.
Michael launched into a fact-finding mission against Amy and Lara, accusing them of misrepresenting their culinary background. He pulled out printed research, questioned Amy’s Instagram profile, and tried to expose her as a professional chef.
Amy held her ground, clarifying she’s a cook, not a chef, and called the attack a “cheap shot.” Manu reminded everyone that MKR is about passion, not paperwork, stating: “You all have skills from different places at different times. The rule is you shouldn’t have any professional qualifications.”
The Grilled Octopus entrée impressed both judges, scoring a nine. Manu called the sauce “absolutely delicious” and noted it should be bottled and sold, while Colin praised the char and balance, saying he’d order it again.
After tasting Tan’s Chicken Khao Soi, a dish close to his heart and rooted in his Thai heritage, Michael interrupted Manu mid-critique to question whether it was served in Tan’s family restaurant and accused him of hiding professional chef experience.
Michael wouldn’t let it go, prompting Manu to cut in firmly:
“Listen, you either accept the rules and you play with everyone, or you don’t accept the rules and goodbye.”
The room fell silent as Michael pressed on.
“I’m not going back to this again,”
– Manu said.
“You are either a professional and you don’t belong here, or you are an amateur and you belong here. That’s it. Done. Move on.”
Tan responded with grace, saying the dish was made with love and family tradition earning applause around the table.
The main dish was a triumph, scoring a perfect 10 from both judges. Colin said it “put a smile on my face,” and Manu declared it “just perfect. Warm, comforting, and packed with flavour.”
The Passionfruit Crème Brûlée was a misfire, earning a six from Colin and a five from Manu.
Mark felt responsible, admitting he let the team down but the experience only fuelled their drive to go higher next time.
| Judges’ Scores | Entrée | Main | Dessert | |
| Manu Feildel | 9/10 | 10/10 | 6/10 | 25/30 |
| Colin Fassnidge | 9/10 | 10/10 | 5/10 | 24/30 |
| Total Score | 49/60 | |||
| MKR Team Scores | |
| Danielle and Marko | 8/10 |
| Michael and Rielli | 6/10 |
| Maria and Bailey | 5/10 |
| Amy and Lara | 6/10 |
| Lol and Lil | 6/10 |
| Total Score | 31/50 |
| Leaderboard | |
| Danielle and Marko | 84 |
| Mark and Tan | 80 |
| Maria and Bailey | 62 |
Monday on MKR: The competitionreturns to Logan as Lol and Lil hope to elevate their menu with technique and flavour, while Mark and Tan look to settle the score with Meat-master Michael.
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Recap | MKR on Channel 7 S15E9
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.
