up I loved competitions – the rush, the hype and the challenge. I decided to enter MasterChef because I was having doubts about my cheffing career and abilities. When I got the call that I was on the show I was excited and scared, but decided to throw myself in the deep end. The most challenging moment for me has been the Quarter Final – the Critics Round; when I cook two courses for my family it takes me about six hours, not one hour 15 minutes! I chose not to play it safe and gave myself so much to do. As tough and challenging as it was, I was so happy with my food and the feedback I received.
“Getting to The Finals is an amazing feeling; I have learnt so much about myself. I am 22 and have only worked in one restaurant. I entered the competition to get my confidence and passion back and it has done just that. I’d been told many times that I have the skills to be a great chef, but I didn’t believe it until now. Thanks to MasterChef, I know what I am capable of and I have the potential to do some damage in this industry!”
Cooking ambitions
“As for what comes next, I’m considering either moving to London to learn new skills in kitchens there, or focus my full attention on my cakes business and see where it takes me. Hopefully there are some great opportunities out there for me.”
