Who is chef Natasha on MasterChef: The Professionals 2026?
With MasterChef: The Professionals 2026 heats coming to a close on BBC One, we find out more about Natasha, one of the chefs taking part in this year’s competition.
Natasha lives in Kent, where she was born and raised.
Age at start of filming
28
Job role
Chef de partie
Chef background
“I trained at Westminster Kingsway College (now called Capital City College) where my passion for cooking really began.
"My professional journey started at The Terrace in Tunbridge Wells when I was 17, followed by 100 Wardour St in Soho, where I learned discipline and speed.
"During filming, I worked at Coutts, a very different environment, and now have a new role in catering.
"One of my proudest moments was teaching schoolchildren how to cook, ending with the students taking part in a cooking competition and the winning team winning a wooden spoon trophy.”
Who and what inspired you to become a chef?
“There wasn’t one specific person - I grew up around food, loved cooking at school, and followed that passion into culinary college.”
How would you describe your style of cooking and influences?
“Modern African fusion, blending my Ghanaian and Caribbean heritage with classical and modern techniques.”
Three ingredients you can’t live without?
“Chilli, salt and dried shrimp powder.”
What do you eat after service?
“Tea and toast - simple and comforting.”
Why did you want to take part in MasterChef: The Professionals?
“To challenge myself and bring my flavours and heritage to a wider audience.”
Outside of cooking what are your passions?
“Running supper clubs with my friend and business partner, something we've been doing for three years.”
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Who is chef Natasha on MasterChef: The Professionals 2026?
