Masterchef - Italia 9x9

The contestants faced a surprise selection of ingredients that tested their ability to improvise. The top performers gained a strategic advantage for the subsequent test.

The remaining aspiring chefs traveled to an external location for a team-based task, serving local guests or experts. MasterChef Italia 9x9

Season 9 introduced the Skill Test , a three-round technical exam that challenged contestants on specific methods or styles. The contestants faced a surprise selection of ingredients

This round focused on creativity with guest chefs Davide Caranchini , Alfonso Iaccarino , and Ernesto Iaccarino providing inspiration. Vincenzo was eliminated during this phase after failing to impress the judges with his reinterpretation of the assigned theme. Season 9 introduced the Skill Test , a

Known for his experimental and plant-forward approach at Materia .

The father-son duo behind the legendary Don Alfonso 1890 , representing a historic dynasty of Italian Mediterranean cuisine. Season Context

The episode was notable for its prestigious guests from the Italian culinary world: