# My Kitchen Rules series 3

The third series of My Kitchen Rules was an Australian reality television cooking programme which aired on the Seven Network.
Following the ratings success of the second series, the Seven Network announced the show was renewed for a third season. The third season of My Kitchen Rules started on 30 January 2012. For the first time, a team from New Zealand took part in the show.

## Game variations

* This season, there would be twelve teams, two teams from Queensland, New South Wales, Victoria, South Australia, and Western Australia. Only one team from Tasmania (last season had two), and one from New Zealand (show's first).
* Instant Restaurant Elimination Round - the three lowest scoring teams from each group would take part in this round and the lowest scoring team would be eliminated (similar to the first season).
* The prize money for this season and all future seasons increased to AU$250,000.

## Teams

| State/Country | State/Country | Group | Members | Relationship | Status |
| South Australia | SA | 1 | Leigh Sexton & Jennifer Evans | Florist & 'Princess' | Winners 27 March 2012 (Grand Final) |
| South Australia | SA | 2 | Nic Mazzone & Rocco La Bella | Childhood Friends | Runners-up 27 March 2012 (Grand Final) |
| Victoria | VIC | 2 | Carly & Emily Cheung | Sisters | Eliminated 26 March 2012 (Semifinals 2) |
| Tasmania | TAS | 2 | Megan Woodman & Andy Appleby | Sales Reps | Eliminated 25 March 2012 (Semifinals 1) |
| New South Wales | NSW | 1 | Steve Georgiou & Helen Demetriou | Siblings | Eliminated 21 March 2012 (Elimination Week, Top 5) |
| Queensland | QLD | 1 | David Hopgood & Scott Bradshaw | Soldier Mates | Eliminated 20 March 2012 (Elimination Week, Top 6) |
| Western Australia | WA | 1 | Angela Schlegel & Justine Matchitt | Teacher & Truckie | Eliminated 19 March 2012 (Elimination Week, Top 7) |
| New Zealand | NZ | 1 | Simon Yandall & Meg Dangen | Kiwis | Eliminated 18 March 2012 (Top 8) |
| Victoria | VIC | 1 | Thomas Carr & Carla Mangion | Just Friends | Eliminated 13 March 2012 (Top 9) |
| Queensland | QLD | 2 | Peter Hamilton & Gary Rogers | Lawyer & Doctor | Eliminated 8 March 2012 (Top 10) |
| New South Wales | NSW | 2 | Sam Bui & Jillian Beilby | Potential In-Laws | Eliminated 5 March 2012 (Top 11) |
| Western Australia | WA | 2 | Emma Donnelly & Andrew Paton | Engaged Scientists | Eliminated 28 February 2012 (Instant Restaurant: Round 3) |

## Elimination history

Results per team :
| Round: | Instant Restaurants | Instant Restaurants | Instant Restaurants | Top 11 | Top 10 | Top 9 | Top 8 | Elimination Week | Elimination Week | Elimination Week | Semi-Finals | Semi-Finals | Grand Finale |
| Round: | 1 | 2 | 3 | Top 11 | Top 10 | Top 9 | Top 8 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 2 | Grand Finale |
| Team | Result | Result | Result | Result | Result | Result | Result | Result | Result | Result | Result | Result | Result |
| Leigh & Jennifer | 2nd (76) | — | — | HQ Safe | HQ Safe | HQ Safe | HQ Safe | Safe | SD (52) | Safe | 1st (52) | — | Champions (58) |
| Nic & Rocco | — | 1st (95) | — | HQ Safe | HQ Safe | Safe | HQ Safe | Safe | Safe | Safe | — | 1st (44) | Runners-up (52) |
| Carly & Emily | — | 2nd (69) | — | People's Choice | SD (51) | HQ Safe | HQ Safe | Safe | Safe | Safe | — | 2nd (43) | Eliminated (Episode 36) |
| Megan & Andy | — | 6th (56) | 2nd (75) | HQ Safe | HQ Safe | SD (41) | People's Choice | SD (57) | Safe | SD (50) | 2nd (46) | Eliminated (Episode 35) | Eliminated (Episode 35) |
| Steve & Helen | 3rd (75) | — | — | HQ Safe | People's Choice | HQ Safe | SD (38) | Safe | Safe | SD (36) | Eliminated (Episode 33) | Eliminated (Episode 33) | Eliminated (Episode 33) |
| David & Scott | 4th (64) | — | 4th (56) | HQ Safe | HQ Safe | People's Choice | HQ Safe | Safe | SD (49) | Eliminated (Episode 32) | Eliminated (Episode 32) | Eliminated (Episode 32) | Eliminated (Episode 32) |
| Angela & Justine | 1st (78) | — | — | HQ Safe | HQ Safe | HQ Safe | HQ Safe | SD (47) | Eliminated (Episode 31) | Eliminated (Episode 31) | Eliminated (Episode 31) | Eliminated (Episode 31) | Eliminated (Episode 31) |
| Simon & Meg | 5th (58) | — | 1st (77) | Immune | HQ Safe | HQ Safe | SD (37) | Eliminated (Episode 30) | Eliminated (Episode 30) | Eliminated (Episode 30) | Eliminated (Episode 30) | Eliminated (Episode 30) | Eliminated (Episode 30) |
| Thomas & Carla | 6th (46) | — | 5th (49) | SD (39) | HQ Safe | SD (32) | Eliminated (Episode 27) | Eliminated (Episode 27) | Eliminated (Episode 27) | Eliminated (Episode 27) | Eliminated (Episode 27) | Eliminated (Episode 27) | Eliminated (Episode 27) |
| Peter & Gary | — | 4th (63) | 3rd (69) | HQ Safe | SD (17) | Eliminated (Episode 24) | Eliminated (Episode 24) | Eliminated (Episode 24) | Eliminated (Episode 24) | Eliminated (Episode 24) | Eliminated (Episode 24) | Eliminated (Episode 24) | Eliminated (Episode 24) |
| Sam & Jillian | — | 3rd (65) | — | SD (32) | Eliminated (Episode 21) | Eliminated (Episode 21) | Eliminated (Episode 21) | Eliminated (Episode 21) | Eliminated (Episode 21) | Eliminated (Episode 21) | Eliminated (Episode 21) | Eliminated (Episode 21) | Eliminated (Episode 21) |
| Emma & Andrew | — | 5th (62) | 6th (42) | Eliminated (Episode 18) | Eliminated (Episode 18) | Eliminated (Episode 18) | Eliminated (Episode 18) | Eliminated (Episode 18) | Eliminated (Episode 18) | Eliminated (Episode 18) | Eliminated (Episode 18) | Eliminated (Episode 18) | Eliminated (Episode 18) |
Cell Descriptions :
| | Team won a challenge, People's Choice, cooked the best dish or received the highest score for the round. |
| | Team must compete in an additional instant restaurant round |
| Safe | Team was safe after the showdown or Sudden Death Cook-off |
| | Team was eliminated after round or lost the Sudden death cook-off |
| — | Results do not apply as the team was not allocated to this challenge or round. |

### Note

* ^1 – In Round 3 after winning the peoples choice, David & Scott won immunity for the rest of the week and a holiday in Far North Queensland, Pete & Manu stated that they could pick one team to join them on the holiday, also granting that team immunity, they chose Nic & Rocco.

## Competition details
### Instant Restaurants

During the Instant Restaurant rounds, each team hosts a three-course dinner for judges and fellow teams in their allocated group. They are scored and ranked among their group. After all six teams from the first group had been assessed, it was revealed that the three teams who scored the lowest in each group would be facing elimination. After all six teams from the second group had been assessed, it was revealed that the teams who were facing elimination had to do another round of instant restaurant. After all six teams involved had been assessed, the team who scored the lowest would be eliminated from the competition.

#### Round 1

* Episodes 1 to 6
* Airdate — 30 January to 7 February
* Description — The first of the two instant restaurant groups are introduced into the competition in Round 1. The three lowest scoring teams at the end of this round go into the elimination round.
Instant Restaurant Summary :
| Group 1 ||||||||||||||||||||
| Team and Episode Details | Team and Episode Details | Guest Scores | Guest Scores | Guest Scores | Guest Scores | Guest Scores | Guest Scores | Pete's Scores | Pete's Scores | Pete's Scores | Manu's Scores | Manu's Scores | Manu's Scores | Total (out of 110) | Rank | Result |
| Team and Episode Details | Team and Episode Details | S&H | A&J | L&J | S&M | D&S | T&C | Entrée | Main | Dessert | Entrée | Main | Dessert | Total (out of 110) | Rank | Result |
| NSW | Steve & Helen | — | 7 | 6 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 5 | 8 | 8 | 5 | 8 | 75 | 3rd | Safe |
| Ep 1 | 30 January | Glendi | Glendi | Glendi | Glendi | Glendi | Glendi | Glendi | Glendi | Glendi | Glendi | Glendi | Glendi | Glendi | Glendi | | Safe |
| Dishes | Entrée | Saganaki Prawns with Tomato, Feta and Homemade Bread | Saganaki Prawns with Tomato, Feta and Homemade Bread | Saganaki Prawns with Tomato, Feta and Homemade Bread | Saganaki Prawns with Tomato, Feta and Homemade Bread | Saganaki Prawns with Tomato, Feta and Homemade Bread | Saganaki Prawns with Tomato, Feta and Homemade Bread | Saganaki Prawns with Tomato, Feta and Homemade Bread | Saganaki Prawns with Tomato, Feta and Homemade Bread | Saganaki Prawns with Tomato, Feta and Homemade Bread | Saganaki Prawns with Tomato, Feta and Homemade Bread | Saganaki Prawns with Tomato, Feta and Homemade Bread | Saganaki Prawns with Tomato, Feta and Homemade Bread | Saganaki Prawns with Tomato, Feta and Homemade Bread | Saganaki Prawns with Tomato, Feta and Homemade Bread | | Safe |
| Dishes | Main | Steve and Helen’s Open Style Moussaka with Greek Salad | Steve and Helen’s Open Style Moussaka with Greek Salad | Steve and Helen’s Open Style Moussaka with Greek Salad | Steve and Helen’s Open Style Moussaka with Greek Salad | Steve and Helen’s Open Style Moussaka with Greek Salad | Steve and Helen’s Open Style Moussaka with Greek Salad | Steve and Helen’s Open Style Moussaka with Greek Salad | Steve and Helen’s Open Style Moussaka with Greek Salad | Steve and Helen’s Open Style Moussaka with Greek Salad | Steve and Helen’s Open Style Moussaka with Greek Salad | Steve and Helen’s Open Style Moussaka with Greek Salad | Steve and Helen’s Open Style Moussaka with Greek Salad | Steve and Helen’s Open Style Moussaka with Greek Salad | Steve and Helen’s Open Style Moussaka with Greek Salad | | Safe |
| Dishes | Dessert | Cypriot Pancake with Vanilla Ice Cream | Cypriot Pancake with Vanilla Ice Cream | Cypriot Pancake with Vanilla Ice Cream | Cypriot Pancake with Vanilla Ice Cream | Cypriot Pancake with Vanilla Ice Cream | Cypriot Pancake with Vanilla Ice Cream | Cypriot Pancake with Vanilla Ice Cream | Cypriot Pancake with Vanilla Ice Cream | Cypriot Pancake with Vanilla Ice Cream | Cypriot Pancake with Vanilla Ice Cream | Cypriot Pancake with Vanilla Ice Cream | Cypriot Pancake with Vanilla Ice Cream | Cypriot Pancake with Vanilla Ice Cream | Cypriot Pancake with Vanilla Ice Cream | | Safe |
| WA | Angela & Justine | 7 | — | 7 | 8 | 6 | 6 | 7 | 7 | 8 | 7 | 6 | 9 | 78 | 1st | Safe |
| Ep 2 | 31 January | The Garden of Eden | The Garden of Eden | The Garden of Eden | The Garden of Eden | The Garden of Eden | The Garden of Eden | The Garden of Eden | The Garden of Eden | The Garden of Eden | The Garden of Eden | The Garden of Eden | The Garden of Eden | The Garden of Eden | The Garden of Eden | | Safe |
| Dishes | Entrée | Warm Duck Salad with Beetroot, Pomegranate and Redcurrant Vinaigrette | Warm Duck Salad with Beetroot, Pomegranate and Redcurrant Vinaigrette | Warm Duck Salad with Beetroot, Pomegranate and Redcurrant Vinaigrette | Warm Duck Salad with Beetroot, Pomegranate and Redcurrant Vinaigrette | Warm Duck Salad with Beetroot, Pomegranate and Redcurrant Vinaigrette | Warm Duck Salad with Beetroot, Pomegranate and Redcurrant Vinaigrette | Warm Duck Salad with Beetroot, Pomegranate and Redcurrant Vinaigrette | Warm Duck Salad with Beetroot, Pomegranate and Redcurrant Vinaigrette | Warm Duck Salad with Beetroot, Pomegranate and Redcurrant Vinaigrette | Warm Duck Salad with Beetroot, Pomegranate and Redcurrant Vinaigrette | Warm Duck Salad with Beetroot, Pomegranate and Redcurrant Vinaigrette | Warm Duck Salad with Beetroot, Pomegranate and Redcurrant Vinaigrette | Warm Duck Salad with Beetroot, Pomegranate and Redcurrant Vinaigrette | Warm Duck Salad with Beetroot, Pomegranate and Redcurrant Vinaigrette | | Safe |
| Dishes | Main | Pork Chops with Prosciutto, Apple, Gorgonzola and Pea and Asparagus Risotto | Pork Chops with Prosciutto, Apple, Gorgonzola and Pea and Asparagus Risotto | Pork Chops with Prosciutto, Apple, Gorgonzola and Pea and Asparagus Risotto | Pork Chops with Prosciutto, Apple, Gorgonzola and Pea and Asparagus Risotto | Pork Chops with Prosciutto, Apple, Gorgonzola and Pea and Asparagus Risotto | Pork Chops with Prosciutto, Apple, Gorgonzola and Pea and Asparagus Risotto | Pork Chops with Prosciutto, Apple, Gorgonzola and Pea and Asparagus Risotto | Pork Chops with Prosciutto, Apple, Gorgonzola and Pea and Asparagus Risotto | Pork Chops with Prosciutto, Apple, Gorgonzola and Pea and Asparagus Risotto | Pork Chops with Prosciutto, Apple, Gorgonzola and Pea and Asparagus Risotto | Pork Chops with Prosciutto, Apple, Gorgonzola and Pea and Asparagus Risotto | Pork Chops with Prosciutto, Apple, Gorgonzola and Pea and Asparagus Risotto | Pork Chops with Prosciutto, Apple, Gorgonzola and Pea and Asparagus Risotto | Pork Chops with Prosciutto, Apple, Gorgonzola and Pea and Asparagus Risotto | | Safe |
| Dishes | Dessert | Chocolate Brownie and Mixed Berry Nougat Semifreddo with Berry Coulis | Chocolate Brownie and Mixed Berry Nougat Semifreddo with Berry Coulis | Chocolate Brownie and Mixed Berry Nougat Semifreddo with Berry Coulis | Chocolate Brownie and Mixed Berry Nougat Semifreddo with Berry Coulis | Chocolate Brownie and Mixed Berry Nougat Semifreddo with Berry Coulis | Chocolate Brownie and Mixed Berry Nougat Semifreddo with Berry Coulis | Chocolate Brownie and Mixed Berry Nougat Semifreddo with Berry Coulis | Chocolate Brownie and Mixed Berry Nougat Semifreddo with Berry Coulis | Chocolate Brownie and Mixed Berry Nougat Semifreddo with Berry Coulis | Chocolate Brownie and Mixed Berry Nougat Semifreddo with Berry Coulis | Chocolate Brownie and Mixed Berry Nougat Semifreddo with Berry Coulis | Chocolate Brownie and Mixed Berry Nougat Semifreddo with Berry Coulis | Chocolate Brownie and Mixed Berry Nougat Semifreddo with Berry Coulis | Chocolate Brownie and Mixed Berry Nougat Semifreddo with Berry Coulis | | Safe |
| SA | Leigh & Jennifer | 7 | 6 | — | 7 | 7 | 7 | 9 | 9 | 3 | 9 | 8 | 4 | 76 | 2nd | Safe |
| Ep 3 | 1 February | Burlesque | Burlesque | Burlesque | Burlesque | Burlesque | Burlesque | Burlesque | Burlesque | Burlesque | Burlesque | Burlesque | Burlesque | Burlesque | Burlesque | | Safe |
| Dishes | Entrée | Fish Floss with Green Mango and Pork Belly Salad | Fish Floss with Green Mango and Pork Belly Salad | Fish Floss with Green Mango and Pork Belly Salad | Fish Floss with Green Mango and Pork Belly Salad | Fish Floss with Green Mango and Pork Belly Salad | Fish Floss with Green Mango and Pork Belly Salad | Fish Floss with Green Mango and Pork Belly Salad | Fish Floss with Green Mango and Pork Belly Salad | Fish Floss with Green Mango and Pork Belly Salad | Fish Floss with Green Mango and Pork Belly Salad | Fish Floss with Green Mango and Pork Belly Salad | Fish Floss with Green Mango and Pork Belly Salad | Fish Floss with Green Mango and Pork Belly Salad | Fish Floss with Green Mango and Pork Belly Salad | | Safe |
| Dishes | Main | Crispy Skin Mulloway with Micro Herbs, Daikon Salad and Chilli Tamarind Sauce | Crispy Skin Mulloway with Micro Herbs, Daikon Salad and Chilli Tamarind Sauce | Crispy Skin Mulloway with Micro Herbs, Daikon Salad and Chilli Tamarind Sauce | Crispy Skin Mulloway with Micro Herbs, Daikon Salad and Chilli Tamarind Sauce | Crispy Skin Mulloway with Micro Herbs, Daikon Salad and Chilli Tamarind Sauce | Crispy Skin Mulloway with Micro Herbs, Daikon Salad and Chilli Tamarind Sauce | Crispy Skin Mulloway with Micro Herbs, Daikon Salad and Chilli Tamarind Sauce | Crispy Skin Mulloway with Micro Herbs, Daikon Salad and Chilli Tamarind Sauce | Crispy Skin Mulloway with Micro Herbs, Daikon Salad and Chilli Tamarind Sauce | Crispy Skin Mulloway with Micro Herbs, Daikon Salad and Chilli Tamarind Sauce | Crispy Skin Mulloway with Micro Herbs, Daikon Salad and Chilli Tamarind Sauce | Crispy Skin Mulloway with Micro Herbs, Daikon Salad and Chilli Tamarind Sauce | Crispy Skin Mulloway with Micro Herbs, Daikon Salad and Chilli Tamarind Sauce | Crispy Skin Mulloway with Micro Herbs, Daikon Salad and Chilli Tamarind Sauce | | Safe |
| Dishes | Dessert | Custard Pandan Chiffon with Sago and Passionfruit Mousse | Custard Pandan Chiffon with Sago and Passionfruit Mousse | Custard Pandan Chiffon with Sago and Passionfruit Mousse | Custard Pandan Chiffon with Sago and Passionfruit Mousse | Custard Pandan Chiffon with Sago and Passionfruit Mousse | Custard Pandan Chiffon with Sago and Passionfruit Mousse | Custard Pandan Chiffon with Sago and Passionfruit Mousse | Custard Pandan Chiffon with Sago and Passionfruit Mousse | Custard Pandan Chiffon with Sago and Passionfruit Mousse | Custard Pandan Chiffon with Sago and Passionfruit Mousse | Custard Pandan Chiffon with Sago and Passionfruit Mousse | Custard Pandan Chiffon with Sago and Passionfruit Mousse | Custard Pandan Chiffon with Sago and Passionfruit Mousse | Custard Pandan Chiffon with Sago and Passionfruit Mousse | | Safe |
| NZ | Simon & Meg | 6 | 4 | 5 | — | 7 | 4 | 8 | 6 | 2 | 8 | 5 | 3 | 58 | 5th | Through to Round 3 |
| Ep 4 | 2 February | The Kiwi Kitchen | The Kiwi Kitchen | The Kiwi Kitchen | The Kiwi Kitchen | The Kiwi Kitchen | The Kiwi Kitchen | The Kiwi Kitchen | The Kiwi Kitchen | The Kiwi Kitchen | The Kiwi Kitchen | The Kiwi Kitchen | The Kiwi Kitchen | The Kiwi Kitchen | The Kiwi Kitchen | | Through to Round 3 |
| Dishes | Entrée | Pan Seared Scallops with Broccoli Ginger Purée and Lemon Beurre Blanc | Pan Seared Scallops with Broccoli Ginger Purée and Lemon Beurre Blanc | Pan Seared Scallops with Broccoli Ginger Purée and Lemon Beurre Blanc | Pan Seared Scallops with Broccoli Ginger Purée and Lemon Beurre Blanc | Pan Seared Scallops with Broccoli Ginger Purée and Lemon Beurre Blanc | Pan Seared Scallops with Broccoli Ginger Purée and Lemon Beurre Blanc | Pan Seared Scallops with Broccoli Ginger Purée and Lemon Beurre Blanc | Pan Seared Scallops with Broccoli Ginger Purée and Lemon Beurre Blanc | Pan Seared Scallops with Broccoli Ginger Purée and Lemon Beurre Blanc | Pan Seared Scallops with Broccoli Ginger Purée and Lemon Beurre Blanc | Pan Seared Scallops with Broccoli Ginger Purée and Lemon Beurre Blanc | Pan Seared Scallops with Broccoli Ginger Purée and Lemon Beurre Blanc | Pan Seared Scallops with Broccoli Ginger Purée and Lemon Beurre Blanc | Pan Seared Scallops with Broccoli Ginger Purée and Lemon Beurre Blanc | | Through to Round 3 |
| Dishes | Main | New Zealand Rack of Lamb with Kumara Purée, Asparagus, Tomatoes and Port Plum Jus | New Zealand Rack of Lamb with Kumara Purée, Asparagus, Tomatoes and Port Plum Jus | New Zealand Rack of Lamb with Kumara Purée, Asparagus, Tomatoes and Port Plum Jus | New Zealand Rack of Lamb with Kumara Purée, Asparagus, Tomatoes and Port Plum Jus | New Zealand Rack of Lamb with Kumara Purée, Asparagus, Tomatoes and Port Plum Jus | New Zealand Rack of Lamb with Kumara Purée, Asparagus, Tomatoes and Port Plum Jus | New Zealand Rack of Lamb with Kumara Purée, Asparagus, Tomatoes and Port Plum Jus | New Zealand Rack of Lamb with Kumara Purée, Asparagus, Tomatoes and Port Plum Jus | New Zealand Rack of Lamb with Kumara Purée, Asparagus, Tomatoes and Port Plum Jus | New Zealand Rack of Lamb with Kumara Purée, Asparagus, Tomatoes and Port Plum Jus | New Zealand Rack of Lamb with Kumara Purée, Asparagus, Tomatoes and Port Plum Jus | New Zealand Rack of Lamb with Kumara Purée, Asparagus, Tomatoes and Port Plum Jus | New Zealand Rack of Lamb with Kumara Purée, Asparagus, Tomatoes and Port Plum Jus | New Zealand Rack of Lamb with Kumara Purée, Asparagus, Tomatoes and Port Plum Jus | | Through to Round 3 |
| Dishes | Dessert | Mini Pavlovas with Pastry Cream, Strawberries and Kiwifruit | Mini Pavlovas with Pastry Cream, Strawberries and Kiwifruit | Mini Pavlovas with Pastry Cream, Strawberries and Kiwifruit | Mini Pavlovas with Pastry Cream, Strawberries and Kiwifruit | Mini Pavlovas with Pastry Cream, Strawberries and Kiwifruit | Mini Pavlovas with Pastry Cream, Strawberries and Kiwifruit | Mini Pavlovas with Pastry Cream, Strawberries and Kiwifruit | Mini Pavlovas with Pastry Cream, Strawberries and Kiwifruit | Mini Pavlovas with Pastry Cream, Strawberries and Kiwifruit | Mini Pavlovas with Pastry Cream, Strawberries and Kiwifruit | Mini Pavlovas with Pastry Cream, Strawberries and Kiwifruit | Mini Pavlovas with Pastry Cream, Strawberries and Kiwifruit | Mini Pavlovas with Pastry Cream, Strawberries and Kiwifruit | Mini Pavlovas with Pastry Cream, Strawberries and Kiwifruit | | Through to Round 3 |
| QLD | David & Scott | 5 | 5 | 6 | 5 | — | 6 | 4 | 5 | 9 | 5 | 4 | 10 | 64 | 4th | Through to Round 3 |
| Ep 5 | 6 February | The Diggers Rest | The Diggers Rest | The Diggers Rest | The Diggers Rest | The Diggers Rest | The Diggers Rest | The Diggers Rest | The Diggers Rest | The Diggers Rest | The Diggers Rest | The Diggers Rest | The Diggers Rest | The Diggers Rest | The Diggers Rest | | Through to Round 3 |
| Dishes | Entrée | Red Claw Salad with Coriander Blini and Mint, Lychee and Kiwifruit Salsa | Red Claw Salad with Coriander Blini and Mint, Lychee and Kiwifruit Salsa | Red Claw Salad with Coriander Blini and Mint, Lychee and Kiwifruit Salsa | Red Claw Salad with Coriander Blini and Mint, Lychee and Kiwifruit Salsa | Red Claw Salad with Coriander Blini and Mint, Lychee and Kiwifruit Salsa | Red Claw Salad with Coriander Blini and Mint, Lychee and Kiwifruit Salsa | Red Claw Salad with Coriander Blini and Mint, Lychee and Kiwifruit Salsa | Red Claw Salad with Coriander Blini and Mint, Lychee and Kiwifruit Salsa | Red Claw Salad with Coriander Blini and Mint, Lychee and Kiwifruit Salsa | Red Claw Salad with Coriander Blini and Mint, Lychee and Kiwifruit Salsa | Red Claw Salad with Coriander Blini and Mint, Lychee and Kiwifruit Salsa | Red Claw Salad with Coriander Blini and Mint, Lychee and Kiwifruit Salsa | Red Claw Salad with Coriander Blini and Mint, Lychee and Kiwifruit Salsa | Red Claw Salad with Coriander Blini and Mint, Lychee and Kiwifruit Salsa | | Through to Round 3 |
| Dishes | Main | Beef Fillet and Moreton Bay Bug with Sweet Potato Cake, Broccolini and Bearnaise Sauce | Beef Fillet and Moreton Bay Bug with Sweet Potato Cake, Broccolini and Bearnaise Sauce | Beef Fillet and Moreton Bay Bug with Sweet Potato Cake, Broccolini and Bearnaise Sauce | Beef Fillet and Moreton Bay Bug with Sweet Potato Cake, Broccolini and Bearnaise Sauce | Beef Fillet and Moreton Bay Bug with Sweet Potato Cake, Broccolini and Bearnaise Sauce | Beef Fillet and Moreton Bay Bug with Sweet Potato Cake, Broccolini and Bearnaise Sauce | Beef Fillet and Moreton Bay Bug with Sweet Potato Cake, Broccolini and Bearnaise Sauce | Beef Fillet and Moreton Bay Bug with Sweet Potato Cake, Broccolini and Bearnaise Sauce | Beef Fillet and Moreton Bay Bug with Sweet Potato Cake, Broccolini and Bearnaise Sauce | Beef Fillet and Moreton Bay Bug with Sweet Potato Cake, Broccolini and Bearnaise Sauce | Beef Fillet and Moreton Bay Bug with Sweet Potato Cake, Broccolini and Bearnaise Sauce | Beef Fillet and Moreton Bay Bug with Sweet Potato Cake, Broccolini and Bearnaise Sauce | Beef Fillet and Moreton Bay Bug with Sweet Potato Cake, Broccolini and Bearnaise Sauce | Beef Fillet and Moreton Bay Bug with Sweet Potato Cake, Broccolini and Bearnaise Sauce | | Through to Round 3 |
| Dishes | Dessert | Mango and Macadamia Flan with Vanilla Cream, Toffee Shards and Mango Coulis | Mango and Macadamia Flan with Vanilla Cream, Toffee Shards and Mango Coulis | Mango and Macadamia Flan with Vanilla Cream, Toffee Shards and Mango Coulis | Mango and Macadamia Flan with Vanilla Cream, Toffee Shards and Mango Coulis | Mango and Macadamia Flan with Vanilla Cream, Toffee Shards and Mango Coulis | Mango and Macadamia Flan with Vanilla Cream, Toffee Shards and Mango Coulis | Mango and Macadamia Flan with Vanilla Cream, Toffee Shards and Mango Coulis | Mango and Macadamia Flan with Vanilla Cream, Toffee Shards and Mango Coulis | Mango and Macadamia Flan with Vanilla Cream, Toffee Shards and Mango Coulis | Mango and Macadamia Flan with Vanilla Cream, Toffee Shards and Mango Coulis | Mango and Macadamia Flan with Vanilla Cream, Toffee Shards and Mango Coulis | Mango and Macadamia Flan with Vanilla Cream, Toffee Shards and Mango Coulis | Mango and Macadamia Flan with Vanilla Cream, Toffee Shards and Mango Coulis | Mango and Macadamia Flan with Vanilla Cream, Toffee Shards and Mango Coulis | | Through to Round 3 |
| VIC | Thomas & Carla | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | — | 8 | 4 | 1 | 9 | 3 | 1 | 46 | 6th | Through to Round 3 |
| Ep 6 | 7 February | Grazed | Grazed | Grazed | Grazed | Grazed | Grazed | Grazed | Grazed | Grazed | Grazed | Grazed | Grazed | Grazed | Grazed | | Through to Round 3 |
| Dishes | Entrée | Wheat Beer and Mussel Soup | Wheat Beer and Mussel Soup | Wheat Beer and Mussel Soup | Wheat Beer and Mussel Soup | Wheat Beer and Mussel Soup | Wheat Beer and Mussel Soup | Wheat Beer and Mussel Soup | Wheat Beer and Mussel Soup | Wheat Beer and Mussel Soup | Wheat Beer and Mussel Soup | Wheat Beer and Mussel Soup | Wheat Beer and Mussel Soup | Wheat Beer and Mussel Soup | Wheat Beer and Mussel Soup | | Through to Round 3 |
| Dishes | Main | Lamb Kofte with Baba Ganoush, Pistachio Tabbouleh and Homemade Roti | Lamb Kofte with Baba Ganoush, Pistachio Tabbouleh and Homemade Roti | Lamb Kofte with Baba Ganoush, Pistachio Tabbouleh and Homemade Roti | Lamb Kofte with Baba Ganoush, Pistachio Tabbouleh and Homemade Roti | Lamb Kofte with Baba Ganoush, Pistachio Tabbouleh and Homemade Roti | Lamb Kofte with Baba Ganoush, Pistachio Tabbouleh and Homemade Roti | Lamb Kofte with Baba Ganoush, Pistachio Tabbouleh and Homemade Roti | Lamb Kofte with Baba Ganoush, Pistachio Tabbouleh and Homemade Roti | Lamb Kofte with Baba Ganoush, Pistachio Tabbouleh and Homemade Roti | Lamb Kofte with Baba Ganoush, Pistachio Tabbouleh and Homemade Roti | Lamb Kofte with Baba Ganoush, Pistachio Tabbouleh and Homemade Roti | Lamb Kofte with Baba Ganoush, Pistachio Tabbouleh and Homemade Roti | Lamb Kofte with Baba Ganoush, Pistachio Tabbouleh and Homemade Roti | Lamb Kofte with Baba Ganoush, Pistachio Tabbouleh and Homemade Roti | | Through to Round 3 |
| Dishes | Dessert | Miniature Lavender and Blueberry Cheesecake with Honeycomb | Miniature Lavender and Blueberry Cheesecake with Honeycomb | Miniature Lavender and Blueberry Cheesecake with Honeycomb | Miniature Lavender and Blueberry Cheesecake with Honeycomb | Miniature Lavender and Blueberry Cheesecake with Honeycomb | Miniature Lavender and Blueberry Cheesecake with Honeycomb | Miniature Lavender and Blueberry Cheesecake with Honeycomb | Miniature Lavender and Blueberry Cheesecake with Honeycomb | Miniature Lavender and Blueberry Cheesecake with Honeycomb | Miniature Lavender and Blueberry Cheesecake with Honeycomb | Miniature Lavender and Blueberry Cheesecake with Honeycomb | Miniature Lavender and Blueberry Cheesecake with Honeycomb | Miniature Lavender and Blueberry Cheesecake with Honeycomb | Miniature Lavender and Blueberry Cheesecake with Honeycomb | | Through to Round 3 |

#### Round 2

* Episodes 7 to 12
* Airdate — 8 to 16 February
* Description — The second group now start their Instant Restaurant round. The same rules from the previous round apply and the three lowest scoring teams go into the elimination round.
Instant Restaurant Summary :
| Group 2 ||||||||||||||||||||
| Team and Episode Details | Team and Episode Details | Guest Scores | Guest Scores | Guest Scores | Guest Scores | Guest Scores | Guest Scores | Pete's Scores | Pete's Scores | Pete's Scores | Manu's Scores | Manu's Scores | Manu's Scores | Total (out of 110) | Rank | Result |
| Team and Episode Details | Team and Episode Details | S&J | E&A | N&R | M&A | P&G | C&E | Entrée | Main | Dessert | Entrée | Main | Dessert | Total (out of 110) | Rank | Result |
| NSW | Sam & Jillian | — | 5 | 6 | 5 | 6 | 6 | 5 | 4 | 9 | 5 | 5 | 9 | 65 | 3rd | Safe |
| Ep 7 | 8 February | Food Republic | Food Republic | Food Republic | Food Republic | Food Republic | Food Republic | Food Republic | Food Republic | Food Republic | Food Republic | Food Republic | Food Republic | Food Republic | Food Republic | | Safe |
| Dishes | Entrée | Pea Soup with Parmesan Pillows | Pea Soup with Parmesan Pillows | Pea Soup with Parmesan Pillows | Pea Soup with Parmesan Pillows | Pea Soup with Parmesan Pillows | Pea Soup with Parmesan Pillows | Pea Soup with Parmesan Pillows | Pea Soup with Parmesan Pillows | Pea Soup with Parmesan Pillows | Pea Soup with Parmesan Pillows | Pea Soup with Parmesan Pillows | Pea Soup with Parmesan Pillows | Pea Soup with Parmesan Pillows | Pea Soup with Parmesan Pillows | | Safe |
| Dishes | Main | Sesame Encrusted Tuna with Pan Fried Potato, Ginger & Garlic Aioli, Asparagus & Jamon Crumbs | Sesame Encrusted Tuna with Pan Fried Potato, Ginger & Garlic Aioli, Asparagus & Jamon Crumbs | Sesame Encrusted Tuna with Pan Fried Potato, Ginger & Garlic Aioli, Asparagus & Jamon Crumbs | Sesame Encrusted Tuna with Pan Fried Potato, Ginger & Garlic Aioli, Asparagus & Jamon Crumbs | Sesame Encrusted Tuna with Pan Fried Potato, Ginger & Garlic Aioli, Asparagus & Jamon Crumbs | Sesame Encrusted Tuna with Pan Fried Potato, Ginger & Garlic Aioli, Asparagus & Jamon Crumbs | Sesame Encrusted Tuna with Pan Fried Potato, Ginger & Garlic Aioli, Asparagus & Jamon Crumbs | Sesame Encrusted Tuna with Pan Fried Potato, Ginger & Garlic Aioli, Asparagus & Jamon Crumbs | Sesame Encrusted Tuna with Pan Fried Potato, Ginger & Garlic Aioli, Asparagus & Jamon Crumbs | Sesame Encrusted Tuna with Pan Fried Potato, Ginger & Garlic Aioli, Asparagus & Jamon Crumbs | Sesame Encrusted Tuna with Pan Fried Potato, Ginger & Garlic Aioli, Asparagus & Jamon Crumbs | Sesame Encrusted Tuna with Pan Fried Potato, Ginger & Garlic Aioli, Asparagus & Jamon Crumbs | Sesame Encrusted Tuna with Pan Fried Potato, Ginger & Garlic Aioli, Asparagus & Jamon Crumbs | Sesame Encrusted Tuna with Pan Fried Potato, Ginger & Garlic Aioli, Asparagus & Jamon Crumbs | | Safe |
| Dishes | Dessert | Earl Grey Tea Bombe Alaska with a Fiery Twist | Earl Grey Tea Bombe Alaska with a Fiery Twist | Earl Grey Tea Bombe Alaska with a Fiery Twist | Earl Grey Tea Bombe Alaska with a Fiery Twist | Earl Grey Tea Bombe Alaska with a Fiery Twist | Earl Grey Tea Bombe Alaska with a Fiery Twist | Earl Grey Tea Bombe Alaska with a Fiery Twist | Earl Grey Tea Bombe Alaska with a Fiery Twist | Earl Grey Tea Bombe Alaska with a Fiery Twist | Earl Grey Tea Bombe Alaska with a Fiery Twist | Earl Grey Tea Bombe Alaska with a Fiery Twist | Earl Grey Tea Bombe Alaska with a Fiery Twist | Earl Grey Tea Bombe Alaska with a Fiery Twist | Earl Grey Tea Bombe Alaska with a Fiery Twist | | Safe |
| WA | Emma & Andrew | 5 | — | 6 | 6 | 6 | 7 | 6 | 7 | 2 | 7 | 6 | 4 | 62 | 5th | Through to Round 3 |
| Ep 8 | 9 February | Obscura | Obscura | Obscura | Obscura | Obscura | Obscura | Obscura | Obscura | Obscura | Obscura | Obscura | Obscura | Obscura | Obscura | | Through to Round 3 |
| Dishes | Entrée | Baked Marron in Citrus Sauce with Orange and Truffle Salad | Baked Marron in Citrus Sauce with Orange and Truffle Salad | Baked Marron in Citrus Sauce with Orange and Truffle Salad | Baked Marron in Citrus Sauce with Orange and Truffle Salad | Baked Marron in Citrus Sauce with Orange and Truffle Salad | Baked Marron in Citrus Sauce with Orange and Truffle Salad | Baked Marron in Citrus Sauce with Orange and Truffle Salad | Baked Marron in Citrus Sauce with Orange and Truffle Salad | Baked Marron in Citrus Sauce with Orange and Truffle Salad | Baked Marron in Citrus Sauce with Orange and Truffle Salad | Baked Marron in Citrus Sauce with Orange and Truffle Salad | Baked Marron in Citrus Sauce with Orange and Truffle Salad | Baked Marron in Citrus Sauce with Orange and Truffle Salad | Baked Marron in Citrus Sauce with Orange and Truffle Salad | | Through to Round 3 |
| Dishes | Main | Venison and Beer Pie with Relish, Mash and Baby Carrots | Venison and Beer Pie with Relish, Mash and Baby Carrots | Venison and Beer Pie with Relish, Mash and Baby Carrots | Venison and Beer Pie with Relish, Mash and Baby Carrots | Venison and Beer Pie with Relish, Mash and Baby Carrots | Venison and Beer Pie with Relish, Mash and Baby Carrots | Venison and Beer Pie with Relish, Mash and Baby Carrots | Venison and Beer Pie with Relish, Mash and Baby Carrots | Venison and Beer Pie with Relish, Mash and Baby Carrots | Venison and Beer Pie with Relish, Mash and Baby Carrots | Venison and Beer Pie with Relish, Mash and Baby Carrots | Venison and Beer Pie with Relish, Mash and Baby Carrots | Venison and Beer Pie with Relish, Mash and Baby Carrots | Venison and Beer Pie with Relish, Mash and Baby Carrots | | Through to Round 3 |
| Dishes | Dessert | Fig Galettes with Maple and Macadamia Liquid Nitrogen Ice Cream | Fig Galettes with Maple and Macadamia Liquid Nitrogen Ice Cream | Fig Galettes with Maple and Macadamia Liquid Nitrogen Ice Cream | Fig Galettes with Maple and Macadamia Liquid Nitrogen Ice Cream | Fig Galettes with Maple and Macadamia Liquid Nitrogen Ice Cream | Fig Galettes with Maple and Macadamia Liquid Nitrogen Ice Cream | Fig Galettes with Maple and Macadamia Liquid Nitrogen Ice Cream | Fig Galettes with Maple and Macadamia Liquid Nitrogen Ice Cream | Fig Galettes with Maple and Macadamia Liquid Nitrogen Ice Cream | Fig Galettes with Maple and Macadamia Liquid Nitrogen Ice Cream | Fig Galettes with Maple and Macadamia Liquid Nitrogen Ice Cream | Fig Galettes with Maple and Macadamia Liquid Nitrogen Ice Cream | Fig Galettes with Maple and Macadamia Liquid Nitrogen Ice Cream | Fig Galettes with Maple and Macadamia Liquid Nitrogen Ice Cream | | Through to Round 3 |
| SA | Nic & Rocco | 9 | 9 | — | 8 | 8 | 9 | 8 | 8 | 10 | 8 | 8 | 10 | 95 | 1st | Safe |
| Ep 9 | 13 February | Double Trouble | Double Trouble | Double Trouble | Double Trouble | Double Trouble | Double Trouble | Double Trouble | Double Trouble | Double Trouble | Double Trouble | Double Trouble | Double Trouble | Double Trouble | Double Trouble | | Safe |
| Dishes | Entrée | Potato String Prawns with Lime Mayonnaise, Sashimi Tuna on Seaweed, Scallop and Chorizo Stack with Avocado and Salsa Fresca | Potato String Prawns with Lime Mayonnaise, Sashimi Tuna on Seaweed, Scallop and Chorizo Stack with Avocado and Salsa Fresca | Potato String Prawns with Lime Mayonnaise, Sashimi Tuna on Seaweed, Scallop and Chorizo Stack with Avocado and Salsa Fresca | Potato String Prawns with Lime Mayonnaise, Sashimi Tuna on Seaweed, Scallop and Chorizo Stack with Avocado and Salsa Fresca | Potato String Prawns with Lime Mayonnaise, Sashimi Tuna on Seaweed, Scallop and Chorizo Stack with Avocado and Salsa Fresca | Potato String Prawns with Lime Mayonnaise, Sashimi Tuna on Seaweed, Scallop and Chorizo Stack with Avocado and Salsa Fresca | Potato String Prawns with Lime Mayonnaise, Sashimi Tuna on Seaweed, Scallop and Chorizo Stack with Avocado and Salsa Fresca | Potato String Prawns with Lime Mayonnaise, Sashimi Tuna on Seaweed, Scallop and Chorizo Stack with Avocado and Salsa Fresca | Potato String Prawns with Lime Mayonnaise, Sashimi Tuna on Seaweed, Scallop and Chorizo Stack with Avocado and Salsa Fresca | Potato String Prawns with Lime Mayonnaise, Sashimi Tuna on Seaweed, Scallop and Chorizo Stack with Avocado and Salsa Fresca | Potato String Prawns with Lime Mayonnaise, Sashimi Tuna on Seaweed, Scallop and Chorizo Stack with Avocado and Salsa Fresca | Potato String Prawns with Lime Mayonnaise, Sashimi Tuna on Seaweed, Scallop and Chorizo Stack with Avocado and Salsa Fresca | Potato String Prawns with Lime Mayonnaise, Sashimi Tuna on Seaweed, Scallop and Chorizo Stack with Avocado and Salsa Fresca | Potato String Prawns with Lime Mayonnaise, Sashimi Tuna on Seaweed, Scallop and Chorizo Stack with Avocado and Salsa Fresca | | Safe |
| Dishes | Main | Nic and Rocco's Signature Roast with Rosti, Chilli Spiked Broccoli and Brandy Jus | Nic and Rocco's Signature Roast with Rosti, Chilli Spiked Broccoli and Brandy Jus | Nic and Rocco's Signature Roast with Rosti, Chilli Spiked Broccoli and Brandy Jus | Nic and Rocco's Signature Roast with Rosti, Chilli Spiked Broccoli and Brandy Jus | Nic and Rocco's Signature Roast with Rosti, Chilli Spiked Broccoli and Brandy Jus | Nic and Rocco's Signature Roast with Rosti, Chilli Spiked Broccoli and Brandy Jus | Nic and Rocco's Signature Roast with Rosti, Chilli Spiked Broccoli and Brandy Jus | Nic and Rocco's Signature Roast with Rosti, Chilli Spiked Broccoli and Brandy Jus | Nic and Rocco's Signature Roast with Rosti, Chilli Spiked Broccoli and Brandy Jus | Nic and Rocco's Signature Roast with Rosti, Chilli Spiked Broccoli and Brandy Jus | Nic and Rocco's Signature Roast with Rosti, Chilli Spiked Broccoli and Brandy Jus | Nic and Rocco's Signature Roast with Rosti, Chilli Spiked Broccoli and Brandy Jus | Nic and Rocco's Signature Roast with Rosti, Chilli Spiked Broccoli and Brandy Jus | Nic and Rocco's Signature Roast with Rosti, Chilli Spiked Broccoli and Brandy Jus | | Safe |
| Dishes | Dessert | Gateau Opera with Gold Leaf and Affogato | Gateau Opera with Gold Leaf and Affogato | Gateau Opera with Gold Leaf and Affogato | Gateau Opera with Gold Leaf and Affogato | Gateau Opera with Gold Leaf and Affogato | Gateau Opera with Gold Leaf and Affogato | Gateau Opera with Gold Leaf and Affogato | Gateau Opera with Gold Leaf and Affogato | Gateau Opera with Gold Leaf and Affogato | Gateau Opera with Gold Leaf and Affogato | Gateau Opera with Gold Leaf and Affogato | Gateau Opera with Gold Leaf and Affogato | Gateau Opera with Gold Leaf and Affogato | Gateau Opera with Gold Leaf and Affogato | | Safe |
| TAS | Megan & Andy | 4 | 6 | 6 | — | 5 | 5 | 7 | 4 | 4 | 7 | 5 | 3 | 56 | 6th | Through to Round 3 |
| Ep 10 | 14 February | Baggy Green | Baggy Green | Baggy Green | Baggy Green | Baggy Green | Baggy Green | Baggy Green | Baggy Green | Baggy Green | Baggy Green | Baggy Green | Baggy Green | Baggy Green | Baggy Green | | Through to Round 3 |
| Dishes | Entrée | Crispy Skin Rainbow Trout with Ruby Red Grapefruit Salad | Crispy Skin Rainbow Trout with Ruby Red Grapefruit Salad | Crispy Skin Rainbow Trout with Ruby Red Grapefruit Salad | Crispy Skin Rainbow Trout with Ruby Red Grapefruit Salad | Crispy Skin Rainbow Trout with Ruby Red Grapefruit Salad | Crispy Skin Rainbow Trout with Ruby Red Grapefruit Salad | Crispy Skin Rainbow Trout with Ruby Red Grapefruit Salad | Crispy Skin Rainbow Trout with Ruby Red Grapefruit Salad | Crispy Skin Rainbow Trout with Ruby Red Grapefruit Salad | Crispy Skin Rainbow Trout with Ruby Red Grapefruit Salad | Crispy Skin Rainbow Trout with Ruby Red Grapefruit Salad | Crispy Skin Rainbow Trout with Ruby Red Grapefruit Salad | Crispy Skin Rainbow Trout with Ruby Red Grapefruit Salad | Crispy Skin Rainbow Trout with Ruby Red Grapefruit Salad | | Through to Round 3 |
| Dishes | Main | Wild Rabbit, Chorizo & Mushroom Ragout with World Cup Vegetable Stack and Baby Potatoes | Wild Rabbit, Chorizo & Mushroom Ragout with World Cup Vegetable Stack and Baby Potatoes | Wild Rabbit, Chorizo & Mushroom Ragout with World Cup Vegetable Stack and Baby Potatoes | Wild Rabbit, Chorizo & Mushroom Ragout with World Cup Vegetable Stack and Baby Potatoes | Wild Rabbit, Chorizo & Mushroom Ragout with World Cup Vegetable Stack and Baby Potatoes | Wild Rabbit, Chorizo & Mushroom Ragout with World Cup Vegetable Stack and Baby Potatoes | Wild Rabbit, Chorizo & Mushroom Ragout with World Cup Vegetable Stack and Baby Potatoes | Wild Rabbit, Chorizo & Mushroom Ragout with World Cup Vegetable Stack and Baby Potatoes | Wild Rabbit, Chorizo & Mushroom Ragout with World Cup Vegetable Stack and Baby Potatoes | Wild Rabbit, Chorizo & Mushroom Ragout with World Cup Vegetable Stack and Baby Potatoes | Wild Rabbit, Chorizo & Mushroom Ragout with World Cup Vegetable Stack and Baby Potatoes | Wild Rabbit, Chorizo & Mushroom Ragout with World Cup Vegetable Stack and Baby Potatoes | Wild Rabbit, Chorizo & Mushroom Ragout with World Cup Vegetable Stack and Baby Potatoes | Wild Rabbit, Chorizo & Mushroom Ragout with World Cup Vegetable Stack and Baby Potatoes | | Through to Round 3 |
| Dishes | Dessert | Apple Tarte Tatin with Homemade Vanilla Bean Ice Cream | Apple Tarte Tatin with Homemade Vanilla Bean Ice Cream | Apple Tarte Tatin with Homemade Vanilla Bean Ice Cream | Apple Tarte Tatin with Homemade Vanilla Bean Ice Cream | Apple Tarte Tatin with Homemade Vanilla Bean Ice Cream | Apple Tarte Tatin with Homemade Vanilla Bean Ice Cream | Apple Tarte Tatin with Homemade Vanilla Bean Ice Cream | Apple Tarte Tatin with Homemade Vanilla Bean Ice Cream | Apple Tarte Tatin with Homemade Vanilla Bean Ice Cream | Apple Tarte Tatin with Homemade Vanilla Bean Ice Cream | Apple Tarte Tatin with Homemade Vanilla Bean Ice Cream | Apple Tarte Tatin with Homemade Vanilla Bean Ice Cream | Apple Tarte Tatin with Homemade Vanilla Bean Ice Cream | Apple Tarte Tatin with Homemade Vanilla Bean Ice Cream | | Through to Round 3 |
| QLD | Peter & Gary | 4 | 5 | 6 | 4 | — | 5 | 9 | 6 | 4 | 9 | 6 | 5 | 63 | 4th | Through to Round 3 |
| Ep 11 | 15 February | La Côte d'Or | La Côte d'Or | La Côte d'Or | La Côte d'Or | La Côte d'Or | La Côte d'Or | La Côte d'Or | La Côte d'Or | La Côte d'Or | La Côte d'Or | La Côte d'Or | La Côte d'Or | La Côte d'Or | La Côte d'Or | | Through to Round 3 |
| Dishes | Entrée | Gruyere and Tomato Tarts | Gruyere and Tomato Tarts | Gruyere and Tomato Tarts | Gruyere and Tomato Tarts | Gruyere and Tomato Tarts | Gruyere and Tomato Tarts | Gruyere and Tomato Tarts | Gruyere and Tomato Tarts | Gruyere and Tomato Tarts | Gruyere and Tomato Tarts | Gruyere and Tomato Tarts | Gruyere and Tomato Tarts | Gruyere and Tomato Tarts | Gruyere and Tomato Tarts | | Through to Round 3 |
| Dishes | Main | Beef Fillet en Feuilletons and Duxelles with Green Beans and Port Jus | Beef Fillet en Feuilletons and Duxelles with Green Beans and Port Jus | Beef Fillet en Feuilletons and Duxelles with Green Beans and Port Jus | Beef Fillet en Feuilletons and Duxelles with Green Beans and Port Jus | Beef Fillet en Feuilletons and Duxelles with Green Beans and Port Jus | Beef Fillet en Feuilletons and Duxelles with Green Beans and Port Jus | Beef Fillet en Feuilletons and Duxelles with Green Beans and Port Jus | Beef Fillet en Feuilletons and Duxelles with Green Beans and Port Jus | Beef Fillet en Feuilletons and Duxelles with Green Beans and Port Jus | Beef Fillet en Feuilletons and Duxelles with Green Beans and Port Jus | Beef Fillet en Feuilletons and Duxelles with Green Beans and Port Jus | Beef Fillet en Feuilletons and Duxelles with Green Beans and Port Jus | Beef Fillet en Feuilletons and Duxelles with Green Beans and Port Jus | Beef Fillet en Feuilletons and Duxelles with Green Beans and Port Jus | | Through to Round 3 |
| Dishes | Dessert | Poached Pears Suterne with Two Sauces | Poached Pears Suterne with Two Sauces | Poached Pears Suterne with Two Sauces | Poached Pears Suterne with Two Sauces | Poached Pears Suterne with Two Sauces | Poached Pears Suterne with Two Sauces | Poached Pears Suterne with Two Sauces | Poached Pears Suterne with Two Sauces | Poached Pears Suterne with Two Sauces | Poached Pears Suterne with Two Sauces | Poached Pears Suterne with Two Sauces | Poached Pears Suterne with Two Sauces | Poached Pears Suterne with Two Sauces | Poached Pears Suterne with Two Sauces | | Through to Round 3 |
| VIC | Carly & Emily | 6 | 7 | 8 | 6 | 6 | — | 5 | 3 | 9 | 7 | 4 | 8 | 69 | 2nd | Safe |
| Ep 12 | 16 February | Harvest Moon | Harvest Moon | Harvest Moon | Harvest Moon | Harvest Moon | Harvest Moon | Harvest Moon | Harvest Moon | Harvest Moon | Harvest Moon | Harvest Moon | Harvest Moon | Harvest Moon | Harvest Moon | | Safe |
| Dishes | Entrée | Pork and Prawn Bean Curd Rolls in Oyster Sauce | Pork and Prawn Bean Curd Rolls in Oyster Sauce | Pork and Prawn Bean Curd Rolls in Oyster Sauce | Pork and Prawn Bean Curd Rolls in Oyster Sauce | Pork and Prawn Bean Curd Rolls in Oyster Sauce | Pork and Prawn Bean Curd Rolls in Oyster Sauce | Pork and Prawn Bean Curd Rolls in Oyster Sauce | Pork and Prawn Bean Curd Rolls in Oyster Sauce | Pork and Prawn Bean Curd Rolls in Oyster Sauce | Pork and Prawn Bean Curd Rolls in Oyster Sauce | Pork and Prawn Bean Curd Rolls in Oyster Sauce | Pork and Prawn Bean Curd Rolls in Oyster Sauce | Pork and Prawn Bean Curd Rolls in Oyster Sauce | Pork and Prawn Bean Curd Rolls in Oyster Sauce | | Safe |
| Dishes | Main | Tea Smoked Quail with Pork Fried Snake Beans and Steamed Rice | Tea Smoked Quail with Pork Fried Snake Beans and Steamed Rice | Tea Smoked Quail with Pork Fried Snake Beans and Steamed Rice | Tea Smoked Quail with Pork Fried Snake Beans and Steamed Rice | Tea Smoked Quail with Pork Fried Snake Beans and Steamed Rice | Tea Smoked Quail with Pork Fried Snake Beans and Steamed Rice | Tea Smoked Quail with Pork Fried Snake Beans and Steamed Rice | Tea Smoked Quail with Pork Fried Snake Beans and Steamed Rice | Tea Smoked Quail with Pork Fried Snake Beans and Steamed Rice | Tea Smoked Quail with Pork Fried Snake Beans and Steamed Rice | Tea Smoked Quail with Pork Fried Snake Beans and Steamed Rice | Tea Smoked Quail with Pork Fried Snake Beans and Steamed Rice | Tea Smoked Quail with Pork Fried Snake Beans and Steamed Rice | Tea Smoked Quail with Pork Fried Snake Beans and Steamed Rice | | Safe |
| Dishes | Dessert | Steamed Malay Cake with Ginger Mascarpone Cream and Ginger Syrup | Steamed Malay Cake with Ginger Mascarpone Cream and Ginger Syrup | Steamed Malay Cake with Ginger Mascarpone Cream and Ginger Syrup | Steamed Malay Cake with Ginger Mascarpone Cream and Ginger Syrup | Steamed Malay Cake with Ginger Mascarpone Cream and Ginger Syrup | Steamed Malay Cake with Ginger Mascarpone Cream and Ginger Syrup | Steamed Malay Cake with Ginger Mascarpone Cream and Ginger Syrup | Steamed Malay Cake with Ginger Mascarpone Cream and Ginger Syrup | Steamed Malay Cake with Ginger Mascarpone Cream and Ginger Syrup | Steamed Malay Cake with Ginger Mascarpone Cream and Ginger Syrup | Steamed Malay Cake with Ginger Mascarpone Cream and Ginger Syrup | Steamed Malay Cake with Ginger Mascarpone Cream and Ginger Syrup | Steamed Malay Cake with Ginger Mascarpone Cream and Ginger Syrup | Steamed Malay Cake with Ginger Mascarpone Cream and Ginger Syrup | | Safe |

#### Round 3

* Episodes 13 to 18
* Airdate — 20 February to 28 February
* Description — The bottom three teams from each instant restaurant group compete against each other in Round 3. The lowest scoring team at the end of this round is eliminated.
Instant Restaurant Summary :
| Group 3 ||||||||||||||||||||
| Team and Episode Details | Team and Episode Details | Guest Scores | Guest Scores | Guest Scores | Guest Scores | Guest Scores | Guest Scores | Pete's Scores | Pete's Scores | Pete's Scores | Manu's Scores | Manu's Scores | Manu's Scores | Total (out of 110) | Rank | Result |
| Team and Episode Details | Team and Episode Details | T&C | S&M | M&A | E&A | D&S | P&G | Entrée | Main | Dessert | Entrée | Main | Dessert | Total (out of 110) | Rank | Result |
| VIC | Thomas & Carla | — | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 2 | 6 | 5 | 3 | 9 | 49 | 5th | Safe |
| Ep 13 | 20 February | Grazed | Grazed | Grazed | Grazed | Grazed | Grazed | Grazed | Grazed | Grazed | Grazed | Grazed | Grazed | Grazed | Grazed | | Safe |
| Dishes | Entrée | Asparagus, Leek and Tarragon Soup with a Poached Egg | Asparagus, Leek and Tarragon Soup with a Poached Egg | Asparagus, Leek and Tarragon Soup with a Poached Egg | Asparagus, Leek and Tarragon Soup with a Poached Egg | Asparagus, Leek and Tarragon Soup with a Poached Egg | Asparagus, Leek and Tarragon Soup with a Poached Egg | Asparagus, Leek and Tarragon Soup with a Poached Egg | Asparagus, Leek and Tarragon Soup with a Poached Egg | Asparagus, Leek and Tarragon Soup with a Poached Egg | Asparagus, Leek and Tarragon Soup with a Poached Egg | Asparagus, Leek and Tarragon Soup with a Poached Egg | Asparagus, Leek and Tarragon Soup with a Poached Egg | Asparagus, Leek and Tarragon Soup with a Poached Egg | Asparagus, Leek and Tarragon Soup with a Poached Egg | | Safe |
| Dishes | Main | Fig and Pistachio Crusted Lamb Leg with Beetroot, Parsnip & Goat's Cheese Roulade and Homemade Bread | Fig and Pistachio Crusted Lamb Leg with Beetroot, Parsnip & Goat's Cheese Roulade and Homemade Bread | Fig and Pistachio Crusted Lamb Leg with Beetroot, Parsnip & Goat's Cheese Roulade and Homemade Bread | Fig and Pistachio Crusted Lamb Leg with Beetroot, Parsnip & Goat's Cheese Roulade and Homemade Bread | Fig and Pistachio Crusted Lamb Leg with Beetroot, Parsnip & Goat's Cheese Roulade and Homemade Bread | Fig and Pistachio Crusted Lamb Leg with Beetroot, Parsnip & Goat's Cheese Roulade and Homemade Bread | Fig and Pistachio Crusted Lamb Leg with Beetroot, Parsnip & Goat's Cheese Roulade and Homemade Bread | Fig and Pistachio Crusted Lamb Leg with Beetroot, Parsnip & Goat's Cheese Roulade and Homemade Bread | Fig and Pistachio Crusted Lamb Leg with Beetroot, Parsnip & Goat's Cheese Roulade and Homemade Bread | Fig and Pistachio Crusted Lamb Leg with Beetroot, Parsnip & Goat's Cheese Roulade and Homemade Bread | Fig and Pistachio Crusted Lamb Leg with Beetroot, Parsnip & Goat's Cheese Roulade and Homemade Bread | Fig and Pistachio Crusted Lamb Leg with Beetroot, Parsnip & Goat's Cheese Roulade and Homemade Bread | Fig and Pistachio Crusted Lamb Leg with Beetroot, Parsnip & Goat's Cheese Roulade and Homemade Bread | Fig and Pistachio Crusted Lamb Leg with Beetroot, Parsnip & Goat's Cheese Roulade and Homemade Bread | | Safe |
| Dishes | Dessert | Lemon and Lime Tartlet with a Passionfruit Coulis | Lemon and Lime Tartlet with a Passionfruit Coulis | Lemon and Lime Tartlet with a Passionfruit Coulis | Lemon and Lime Tartlet with a Passionfruit Coulis | Lemon and Lime Tartlet with a Passionfruit Coulis | Lemon and Lime Tartlet with a Passionfruit Coulis | Lemon and Lime Tartlet with a Passionfruit Coulis | Lemon and Lime Tartlet with a Passionfruit Coulis | Lemon and Lime Tartlet with a Passionfruit Coulis | Lemon and Lime Tartlet with a Passionfruit Coulis | Lemon and Lime Tartlet with a Passionfruit Coulis | Lemon and Lime Tartlet with a Passionfruit Coulis | Lemon and Lime Tartlet with a Passionfruit Coulis | Lemon and Lime Tartlet with a Passionfruit Coulis | | Safe |
| NZ | Simon & Meg | 5 | — | 7 | 7 | 8 | 6 | 8 | 7 | 8 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 77 | 1st | Safe |
| Ep 14 | 21 February | The Kiwi Kitchen | The Kiwi Kitchen | The Kiwi Kitchen | The Kiwi Kitchen | The Kiwi Kitchen | The Kiwi Kitchen | The Kiwi Kitchen | The Kiwi Kitchen | The Kiwi Kitchen | The Kiwi Kitchen | The Kiwi Kitchen | The Kiwi Kitchen | The Kiwi Kitchen | The Kiwi Kitchen | | Safe |
| Dishes | Entrée | Whitebait Fritters with Watercress and Horseradish Cream | Whitebait Fritters with Watercress and Horseradish Cream | Whitebait Fritters with Watercress and Horseradish Cream | Whitebait Fritters with Watercress and Horseradish Cream | Whitebait Fritters with Watercress and Horseradish Cream | Whitebait Fritters with Watercress and Horseradish Cream | Whitebait Fritters with Watercress and Horseradish Cream | Whitebait Fritters with Watercress and Horseradish Cream | Whitebait Fritters with Watercress and Horseradish Cream | Whitebait Fritters with Watercress and Horseradish Cream | Whitebait Fritters with Watercress and Horseradish Cream | Whitebait Fritters with Watercress and Horseradish Cream | Whitebait Fritters with Watercress and Horseradish Cream | Whitebait Fritters with Watercress and Horseradish Cream | | Safe |
| Dishes | Main | Pan Seared Snapper with Creamy Chowder Sauce on Carrot and Leek Confit | Pan Seared Snapper with Creamy Chowder Sauce on Carrot and Leek Confit | Pan Seared Snapper with Creamy Chowder Sauce on Carrot and Leek Confit | Pan Seared Snapper with Creamy Chowder Sauce on Carrot and Leek Confit | Pan Seared Snapper with Creamy Chowder Sauce on Carrot and Leek Confit | Pan Seared Snapper with Creamy Chowder Sauce on Carrot and Leek Confit | Pan Seared Snapper with Creamy Chowder Sauce on Carrot and Leek Confit | Pan Seared Snapper with Creamy Chowder Sauce on Carrot and Leek Confit | Pan Seared Snapper with Creamy Chowder Sauce on Carrot and Leek Confit | Pan Seared Snapper with Creamy Chowder Sauce on Carrot and Leek Confit | Pan Seared Snapper with Creamy Chowder Sauce on Carrot and Leek Confit | Pan Seared Snapper with Creamy Chowder Sauce on Carrot and Leek Confit | Pan Seared Snapper with Creamy Chowder Sauce on Carrot and Leek Confit | Pan Seared Snapper with Creamy Chowder Sauce on Carrot and Leek Confit | | Safe |
| Dishes | Dessert | Feijoa and Apple Crumble with Vanilla Ice Cream and Maple Syrup | Feijoa and Apple Crumble with Vanilla Ice Cream and Maple Syrup | Feijoa and Apple Crumble with Vanilla Ice Cream and Maple Syrup | Feijoa and Apple Crumble with Vanilla Ice Cream and Maple Syrup | Feijoa and Apple Crumble with Vanilla Ice Cream and Maple Syrup | Feijoa and Apple Crumble with Vanilla Ice Cream and Maple Syrup | Feijoa and Apple Crumble with Vanilla Ice Cream and Maple Syrup | Feijoa and Apple Crumble with Vanilla Ice Cream and Maple Syrup | Feijoa and Apple Crumble with Vanilla Ice Cream and Maple Syrup | Feijoa and Apple Crumble with Vanilla Ice Cream and Maple Syrup | Feijoa and Apple Crumble with Vanilla Ice Cream and Maple Syrup | Feijoa and Apple Crumble with Vanilla Ice Cream and Maple Syrup | Feijoa and Apple Crumble with Vanilla Ice Cream and Maple Syrup | Feijoa and Apple Crumble with Vanilla Ice Cream and Maple Syrup | | Safe |
| TAS | Megan & Andy | 7 | 6 | — | 6 | 7 | 6 | 9 | 9 | 4 | 8 | 8 | 5 | 75 | 2nd | Safe |
| Ep 15 | 22 February | Baggy Green | Baggy Green | Baggy Green | Baggy Green | Baggy Green | Baggy Green | Baggy Green | Baggy Green | Baggy Green | Baggy Green | Baggy Green | Baggy Green | Baggy Green | Baggy Green | | Safe |
| Dishes | Entrée | Seared Scallops on Pork Crackling with Salmon Roe | Seared Scallops on Pork Crackling with Salmon Roe | Seared Scallops on Pork Crackling with Salmon Roe | Seared Scallops on Pork Crackling with Salmon Roe | Seared Scallops on Pork Crackling with Salmon Roe | Seared Scallops on Pork Crackling with Salmon Roe | Seared Scallops on Pork Crackling with Salmon Roe | Seared Scallops on Pork Crackling with Salmon Roe | Seared Scallops on Pork Crackling with Salmon Roe | Seared Scallops on Pork Crackling with Salmon Roe | Seared Scallops on Pork Crackling with Salmon Roe | Seared Scallops on Pork Crackling with Salmon Roe | Seared Scallops on Pork Crackling with Salmon Roe | Seared Scallops on Pork Crackling with Salmon Roe | | Safe |
| Dishes | Main | Bouillabaisse with Rouille and Croutons | Bouillabaisse with Rouille and Croutons | Bouillabaisse with Rouille and Croutons | Bouillabaisse with Rouille and Croutons | Bouillabaisse with Rouille and Croutons | Bouillabaisse with Rouille and Croutons | Bouillabaisse with Rouille and Croutons | Bouillabaisse with Rouille and Croutons | Bouillabaisse with Rouille and Croutons | Bouillabaisse with Rouille and Croutons | Bouillabaisse with Rouille and Croutons | Bouillabaisse with Rouille and Croutons | Bouillabaisse with Rouille and Croutons | Bouillabaisse with Rouille and Croutons | | Safe |
| Dishes | Dessert | Sticky Date Cheesecake with Caramel Fudge Sauce | Sticky Date Cheesecake with Caramel Fudge Sauce | Sticky Date Cheesecake with Caramel Fudge Sauce | Sticky Date Cheesecake with Caramel Fudge Sauce | Sticky Date Cheesecake with Caramel Fudge Sauce | Sticky Date Cheesecake with Caramel Fudge Sauce | Sticky Date Cheesecake with Caramel Fudge Sauce | Sticky Date Cheesecake with Caramel Fudge Sauce | Sticky Date Cheesecake with Caramel Fudge Sauce | Sticky Date Cheesecake with Caramel Fudge Sauce | Sticky Date Cheesecake with Caramel Fudge Sauce | Sticky Date Cheesecake with Caramel Fudge Sauce | Sticky Date Cheesecake with Caramel Fudge Sauce | Sticky Date Cheesecake with Caramel Fudge Sauce | | Safe |
| WA | Emma & Andrew | 1 | 4 | 5 | — | 4 | 3 | 5 | 2 | 4 | 7 | 3 | 4 | 42 | 6th | Eliminated |
| Ep 16 | 23 February | Obscura | Obscura | Obscura | Obscura | Obscura | Obscura | Obscura | Obscura | Obscura | Obscura | Obscura | Obscura | Obscura | Obscura | | Eliminated |
| Dishes | Entrée | Vietnamese Chicken and Prawn Salad with Vermicelli and Sugar Peanuts | Vietnamese Chicken and Prawn Salad with Vermicelli and Sugar Peanuts | Vietnamese Chicken and Prawn Salad with Vermicelli and Sugar Peanuts | Vietnamese Chicken and Prawn Salad with Vermicelli and Sugar Peanuts | Vietnamese Chicken and Prawn Salad with Vermicelli and Sugar Peanuts | Vietnamese Chicken and Prawn Salad with Vermicelli and Sugar Peanuts | Vietnamese Chicken and Prawn Salad with Vermicelli and Sugar Peanuts | Vietnamese Chicken and Prawn Salad with Vermicelli and Sugar Peanuts | Vietnamese Chicken and Prawn Salad with Vermicelli and Sugar Peanuts | Vietnamese Chicken and Prawn Salad with Vermicelli and Sugar Peanuts | Vietnamese Chicken and Prawn Salad with Vermicelli and Sugar Peanuts | Vietnamese Chicken and Prawn Salad with Vermicelli and Sugar Peanuts | Vietnamese Chicken and Prawn Salad with Vermicelli and Sugar Peanuts | Vietnamese Chicken and Prawn Salad with Vermicelli and Sugar Peanuts | | Eliminated |
| Dishes | Main | Twice Cooked Duck with Pork and Prawn Wonton Soup | Twice Cooked Duck with Pork and Prawn Wonton Soup | Twice Cooked Duck with Pork and Prawn Wonton Soup | Twice Cooked Duck with Pork and Prawn Wonton Soup | Twice Cooked Duck with Pork and Prawn Wonton Soup | Twice Cooked Duck with Pork and Prawn Wonton Soup | Twice Cooked Duck with Pork and Prawn Wonton Soup | Twice Cooked Duck with Pork and Prawn Wonton Soup | Twice Cooked Duck with Pork and Prawn Wonton Soup | Twice Cooked Duck with Pork and Prawn Wonton Soup | Twice Cooked Duck with Pork and Prawn Wonton Soup | Twice Cooked Duck with Pork and Prawn Wonton Soup | Twice Cooked Duck with Pork and Prawn Wonton Soup | Twice Cooked Duck with Pork and Prawn Wonton Soup | | Eliminated |
| Dishes | Dessert | Coconut Rice with Tropical Salsa, Toasted Macadamias and Coconut | Coconut Rice with Tropical Salsa, Toasted Macadamias and Coconut | Coconut Rice with Tropical Salsa, Toasted Macadamias and Coconut | Coconut Rice with Tropical Salsa, Toasted Macadamias and Coconut | Coconut Rice with Tropical Salsa, Toasted Macadamias and Coconut | Coconut Rice with Tropical Salsa, Toasted Macadamias and Coconut | Coconut Rice with Tropical Salsa, Toasted Macadamias and Coconut | Coconut Rice with Tropical Salsa, Toasted Macadamias and Coconut | Coconut Rice with Tropical Salsa, Toasted Macadamias and Coconut | Coconut Rice with Tropical Salsa, Toasted Macadamias and Coconut | Coconut Rice with Tropical Salsa, Toasted Macadamias and Coconut | Coconut Rice with Tropical Salsa, Toasted Macadamias and Coconut | Coconut Rice with Tropical Salsa, Toasted Macadamias and Coconut | Coconut Rice with Tropical Salsa, Toasted Macadamias and Coconut | | Eliminated |
| QLD | David & Scott | 5 | 6 | 6 | 3 | — | 4 | 9 | 6 | 1 | 8 | 6 | 2 | 56 | 4th | Safe |
| Ep 17 | 27 February | The Diggers Rest | The Diggers Rest | The Diggers Rest | The Diggers Rest | The Diggers Rest | The Diggers Rest | The Diggers Rest | The Diggers Rest | The Diggers Rest | The Diggers Rest | The Diggers Rest | The Diggers Rest | The Diggers Rest | The Diggers Rest | | Safe |
| Dishes | Entrée | Thai Noodle Rolls with Prawn and Tofu Filling and Sweet Chilli Sauce | Thai Noodle Rolls with Prawn and Tofu Filling and Sweet Chilli Sauce | Thai Noodle Rolls with Prawn and Tofu Filling and Sweet Chilli Sauce | Thai Noodle Rolls with Prawn and Tofu Filling and Sweet Chilli Sauce | Thai Noodle Rolls with Prawn and Tofu Filling and Sweet Chilli Sauce | Thai Noodle Rolls with Prawn and Tofu Filling and Sweet Chilli Sauce | Thai Noodle Rolls with Prawn and Tofu Filling and Sweet Chilli Sauce | Thai Noodle Rolls with Prawn and Tofu Filling and Sweet Chilli Sauce | Thai Noodle Rolls with Prawn and Tofu Filling and Sweet Chilli Sauce | Thai Noodle Rolls with Prawn and Tofu Filling and Sweet Chilli Sauce | Thai Noodle Rolls with Prawn and Tofu Filling and Sweet Chilli Sauce | Thai Noodle Rolls with Prawn and Tofu Filling and Sweet Chilli Sauce | Thai Noodle Rolls with Prawn and Tofu Filling and Sweet Chilli Sauce | Thai Noodle Rolls with Prawn and Tofu Filling and Sweet Chilli Sauce | | Safe |
| Dishes | Main | Thai Lamb Green Curry with Rice | Thai Lamb Green Curry with Rice | Thai Lamb Green Curry with Rice | Thai Lamb Green Curry with Rice | Thai Lamb Green Curry with Rice | Thai Lamb Green Curry with Rice | Thai Lamb Green Curry with Rice | Thai Lamb Green Curry with Rice | Thai Lamb Green Curry with Rice | Thai Lamb Green Curry with Rice | Thai Lamb Green Curry with Rice | Thai Lamb Green Curry with Rice | Thai Lamb Green Curry with Rice | Thai Lamb Green Curry with Rice | | Safe |
| Dishes | Dessert | Coconut Parfait with a Ginger Brandy Snap | Coconut Parfait with a Ginger Brandy Snap | Coconut Parfait with a Ginger Brandy Snap | Coconut Parfait with a Ginger Brandy Snap | Coconut Parfait with a Ginger Brandy Snap | Coconut Parfait with a Ginger Brandy Snap | Coconut Parfait with a Ginger Brandy Snap | Coconut Parfait with a Ginger Brandy Snap | Coconut Parfait with a Ginger Brandy Snap | Coconut Parfait with a Ginger Brandy Snap | Coconut Parfait with a Ginger Brandy Snap | Coconut Parfait with a Ginger Brandy Snap | Coconut Parfait with a Ginger Brandy Snap | Coconut Parfait with a Ginger Brandy Snap | | Safe |
| QLD | Peter & Gary | 7 | 6 | 7 | 6 | 6 | — | 3 | 6 | 9 | 5 | 5 | 9 | 69 | 3rd | Safe |
| Ep 18 | 28 February | La Côte d'Or | La Côte d'Or | La Côte d'Or | La Côte d'Or | La Côte d'Or | La Côte d'Or | La Côte d'Or | La Côte d'Or | La Côte d'Or | La Côte d'Or | La Côte d'Or | La Côte d'Or | La Côte d'Or | La Côte d'Or | | Safe |
| Dishes | Entrée | Moreton Bay Bugs with Lemon and Garlic and a Fresh Baguette | Moreton Bay Bugs with Lemon and Garlic and a Fresh Baguette | Moreton Bay Bugs with Lemon and Garlic and a Fresh Baguette | Moreton Bay Bugs with Lemon and Garlic and a Fresh Baguette | Moreton Bay Bugs with Lemon and Garlic and a Fresh Baguette | Moreton Bay Bugs with Lemon and Garlic and a Fresh Baguette | Moreton Bay Bugs with Lemon and Garlic and a Fresh Baguette | Moreton Bay Bugs with Lemon and Garlic and a Fresh Baguette | Moreton Bay Bugs with Lemon and Garlic and a Fresh Baguette | Moreton Bay Bugs with Lemon and Garlic and a Fresh Baguette | Moreton Bay Bugs with Lemon and Garlic and a Fresh Baguette | Moreton Bay Bugs with Lemon and Garlic and a Fresh Baguette | Moreton Bay Bugs with Lemon and Garlic and a Fresh Baguette | Moreton Bay Bugs with Lemon and Garlic and a Fresh Baguette | | Safe |
| Dishes | Main | Duck Galantine with Orange Sauce, Duck Fat Roast Potatoes and Snow Peas | Duck Galantine with Orange Sauce, Duck Fat Roast Potatoes and Snow Peas | Duck Galantine with Orange Sauce, Duck Fat Roast Potatoes and Snow Peas | Duck Galantine with Orange Sauce, Duck Fat Roast Potatoes and Snow Peas | Duck Galantine with Orange Sauce, Duck Fat Roast Potatoes and Snow Peas | Duck Galantine with Orange Sauce, Duck Fat Roast Potatoes and Snow Peas | Duck Galantine with Orange Sauce, Duck Fat Roast Potatoes and Snow Peas | Duck Galantine with Orange Sauce, Duck Fat Roast Potatoes and Snow Peas | Duck Galantine with Orange Sauce, Duck Fat Roast Potatoes and Snow Peas | Duck Galantine with Orange Sauce, Duck Fat Roast Potatoes and Snow Peas | Duck Galantine with Orange Sauce, Duck Fat Roast Potatoes and Snow Peas | Duck Galantine with Orange Sauce, Duck Fat Roast Potatoes and Snow Peas | Duck Galantine with Orange Sauce, Duck Fat Roast Potatoes and Snow Peas | Duck Galantine with Orange Sauce, Duck Fat Roast Potatoes and Snow Peas | | Safe |
| Dishes | Dessert | Rhubarb Crème Brûlée | Rhubarb Crème Brûlée | Rhubarb Crème Brûlée | Rhubarb Crème Brûlée | Rhubarb Crème Brûlée | Rhubarb Crème Brûlée | Rhubarb Crème Brûlée | Rhubarb Crème Brûlée | Rhubarb Crème Brûlée | Rhubarb Crème Brûlée | Rhubarb Crème Brûlée | Rhubarb Crème Brûlée | Rhubarb Crème Brûlée | Rhubarb Crème Brûlée | | Safe |

### Top 11
#### People's Choice Challenge: Bed & Breakfast

* Episode 19
* Airdate – 29 February 2012
* Description – For the First People's Choice Challenge, the teams took over Bed and Breakfast and are headed to the Blue Mountains. Each team cooked in different Bed and Breakfast kitchens. For this first round Meg and Simon were immune from elimination due to coming first in the third round of instant restaurant and thus not taking part in the challenge. They served to the B&B owners, their families. They had 1 and a half hours to cook for 50 guests and each voted for their favorite dish. Whoever got the most votes would join Meg and Simon in the safety zone and Manu and Pete would choose the worst dish and they would go to an elimination sudden death cook-off. The teams had 15 minutes to get all their ingredients for their dish in a local supermarket.
| Teams | Teams | Dish | Result |
| NZ | Simon & Meg | Immune | Immune |
| VIC | Carly & Emily | Blueberry Brioche Cup with Labneh Yoghurt | People's Choice |
| NSW | Steve & Helen | Mediterranean Pancakes with Fig Compote and Yoghurt Cream | Competing in Rapid Cook Off |
| WA | Angela & Justine | Baked Pancetta Eggs with Italian Beans and Corn Muffins | Competing in Rapid Cook Off |
| SA | Leigh & Jennifer | Slow Cooked Eggs with Green Sauce | Competing in Rapid Cook Off |
| QLD | David & Scott | Field Mushrooms with Asparagus, Cherry Tomatoes, Poached Eggs and Chutney | Competing in Rapid Cook Off |
| NSW | Sam & Jillian | French Toast with Banana Cream and Strawberry Syrup | Competing in Rapid Cook Off |
| SA | Nic & Rocco | Bacon, Egg and Spinach Parcels | Competing in Rapid Cook Off |
| TAS | Megan & Andy | Bacon, Leek and Gruyere Tarts with Roasted Tomatoes and Rocket | Competing in Rapid Cook Off |
| QLD | Peter & Gary | Breakfast Crepe with Chive Veloute | Competing in Rapid Cook Off |
| VIC | Thomas & Carla | Honey Chicken and Roasted Almond Filo with Blueberry Marmalade and Goats Cheese | Through to Sudden Death |

#### Kitchen Cook Off

* Episode 20
* Airdate – 1 March 2012
* Description – For the Kitchen Cook off, teams were fighting it out to see who would go against Thomas and Carla in the sudden death elimination challenge. Simon and Meg along with Emily and Carly served as diners as they were already safe, while Thomas and Carla were waiting to see who they would face in the sudden death cook-off. The eight remaining teams would be in a rapid fire cook off where they would have 30 minutes at the end of the rapid fire – 4 would be safe and 4 would not and had to cook in a showdown to see who would go head to head with Thomas and Carla. The key ingredient for the Rapid Cook Off was chicken and how they cook the chicken was predetermined by what bench they chose. Under each bench was a piece of equipment they must use and hell was breaking loose. However, the teams had a minute to switch equipments, but no teams switch equipments. For the Showdown, the new ingredients were salt and pepper. Salt or pepper had to play a critical role in the flavour of the team's dish and they had one hour to finish their dish.
Rapid Cook Off :
| Teams | Teams | Equipment | Dish | Result |
| NSW | Steve & Helen | Wok | Basil Chicken with Snow Peas and Rice | Safe |
| WA | Angela & Justine | Deep fryer | Crispy Chicken on Asian Rice Noodle Salad | Safe |
| SA | Leigh & Jennifer | Baking tray | Drunken Chicken with Chilli Bean Sauce and Cucumber Salad | Safe |
| QLD | David & Scott | Baking tray | Prosciutto Wrapped Chicken with Snow Peas and Mash | Safe |
| NSW | Sam & Jillian | Wok | Chicken Roulade with Glazed Vegetables | Through to Showdown |
| SA | Nic & Rocco | Griddle pan | Grilled Chicken with Mushroom Risotto and White Basil Sauce | Through to Showdown |
| TAS | Megan & Andy | Deep fryer | Mexican Schnitzel with Salsa Verde and Cous Cous Salad | Through to Showdown |
| QLD | Peter & Gary | Griddle pan | Chicken Mango Salad | Through to Showdown |
| Showdown |||||
| Teams | Teams | Dish | Dish | Result |
| SA | Nic & Rocco | Pepper Crab with Egg Noodles | Pepper Crab with Egg Noodles | Safe |
| TAS | Megan & Andy | Blackened Fish with Lemon Butter Sauce and Potato Stack | Blackened Fish with Lemon Butter Sauce and Potato Stack | | Safe |
| QLD | Peter & Gary | Roast Beef with Green Peppercorn Sauce, Potatoes and Carrots | Roast Beef with Green Peppercorn Sauce, Potatoes and Carrots | | Safe |
| NSW | Sam & Jillian | Poached Pears with Pepper Spiced Syrup and Pepper Tuile | Poached Pears with Pepper Spiced Syrup and Pepper Tuile | Through to Sudden Death |

#### Sudden Death

* Episode 21
* Airdate – 5 March 2012
* Description – After the Sudden Death, a second team would be eliminated with Thomas & Carla would face off against NSW’s team Sam & Jillian in the sudden death cook off. The two teams were told that they would serve not only Pete and Manu but as well as the guest judges which were composed of Guy Grossi, Tobie Puttock, Karen Martini and Liz Egan. The teams would be serving a three course meal of Entree, Main and Dessert. After serving three courses each judge would give a score out of 10. They had one and a half hours to serve their entree, an hour before serving their main and 30 minutes before dessert.
Sudden Death Cook-Off Results :
| Sudden Death Cook-Off 1 ||||||||||
| Teams | Teams | Judges Scores | Judges Scores | Judges Scores | Judges Scores | Judges Scores | Judges Scores | Total (out of 60) | Result |
| Teams | Teams | Karen | Tobie | Liz | Guy | Pete | Manu | Total (out of 60) | Result |
| VIC | Thomas & Carla | 7 | 6 | 6 | 7 | 6 | 7 | 39 | Safe |
| Dishes | Entree | Seared Tuna with Bitter Greens | Seared Tuna with Bitter Greens | Seared Tuna with Bitter Greens | Seared Tuna with Bitter Greens | Seared Tuna with Bitter Greens | Seared Tuna with Bitter Greens | Seared Tuna with Bitter Greens | | Safe |
| Dishes | Main | Slow Cooked Pork Belly with Pea Puree and Potato Rosti | Slow Cooked Pork Belly with Pea Puree and Potato Rosti | Slow Cooked Pork Belly with Pea Puree and Potato Rosti | Slow Cooked Pork Belly with Pea Puree and Potato Rosti | Slow Cooked Pork Belly with Pea Puree and Potato Rosti | Slow Cooked Pork Belly with Pea Puree and Potato Rosti | Slow Cooked Pork Belly with Pea Puree and Potato Rosti | | Safe |
| Dishes | Dessert | Carla’s Chocolate Cups | Carla’s Chocolate Cups | Carla’s Chocolate Cups | Carla’s Chocolate Cups | Carla’s Chocolate Cups | Carla’s Chocolate Cups | Carla’s Chocolate Cups | | Safe |
| NSW | Sam & Jillian | 5 | 5 | 5 | 6 | 5 | 6 | 32 | Eliminated |
| Dishes | Entree | Seared Scallops with Parsnip Puree and Prosciutto Crumbs | Seared Scallops with Parsnip Puree and Prosciutto Crumbs | Seared Scallops with Parsnip Puree and Prosciutto Crumbs | Seared Scallops with Parsnip Puree and Prosciutto Crumbs | Seared Scallops with Parsnip Puree and Prosciutto Crumbs | Seared Scallops with Parsnip Puree and Prosciutto Crumbs | Seared Scallops with Parsnip Puree and Prosciutto Crumbs | | Eliminated |
| Dishes | Main | Spiced Lamb Cutlets with Onion Sauce | Spiced Lamb Cutlets with Onion Sauce | Spiced Lamb Cutlets with Onion Sauce | Spiced Lamb Cutlets with Onion Sauce | Spiced Lamb Cutlets with Onion Sauce | Spiced Lamb Cutlets with Onion Sauce | Spiced Lamb Cutlets with Onion Sauce | | Eliminated |
| Dishes | Dessert | Chocolate Martini with Raspberries | Chocolate Martini with Raspberries | Chocolate Martini with Raspberries | Chocolate Martini with Raspberries | Chocolate Martini with Raspberries | Chocolate Martini with Raspberries | Chocolate Martini with Raspberries | | Eliminated |

### Top 10
#### People's Choice Challenge: Melbourne Cook-off

* Episode 22
* Airdate – 6 March 2012
* Description – For the second People's Choice Challenge, they would be cooking in the industrial kitchen, before selling their food on the streets through spruiking. The team who makes the most money would be the people’s choice and would be safe however if the judges deem your food as the worst, they would be sent into the sudden death cook-off. They had an hour and a half to cook their food. The teams would then be selling their dish in a ‘Pop up’ food stalls ‘on wheels’. They would have an hour to sell in the streets. Pete and Manu then announced that there was only a $20 difference between first and second place. The two top scoring teams were Steve & Helen and Carly & Emily, with Steve & Helen coming on top with $348 and winning the people's choice.
| Teams | Teams | Dish | Result |
| NSW | Steve & Helen | Mezze Platter with Lamb Souvlaki | People's Choice |
| WA | Angela & Justine | Chocolate Chilli Con Carne with Salsa & Guacamole | Through to Rapid Cook Off |
| SA | Leigh & Jennifer | Pork Tortilla with Salsa & Cheesy Corn | Through to Rapid Cook Off |
| QLD | David & Scott | Mediterranean Club Sandwich with Chicken, Roasted Vegetables & Prosciutto | Through to Rapid Cook Off |
| VIC | Thomas & Carla | Beef & Bean Tacos with Guacamole & Salsa | Through to Rapid Cook Off |
| NZ | Simon & Meg | Beef Noodles with Coriander Pesto | Through to Rapid Cook Off |
| SA | Nic & Rocco | Profiteroles with Chocolate & Strawberries | Through to Rapid Cook Off |
| TAS | Megan & Andy | San Choy Bow with Prawns and Sweet Chilli Sauce | Through to Rapid Cook Off |
| VIC | Carly & Emily | Thai Green Curry with Baked Rice and Roti Bread | Through to Rapid Cook Off |
| QLD | Peter & Gary | Deep Fried Chicken Strips with Vegetable Skewers | Through to Sudden Death |

#### Kitchen Cook-off

* Episode 23
* Airdate – 7 March 2012
* Description – In the Rapid Cook-off, the 8 remaining teams had to cook at Kitchen Headquarters to decide who would join Peter & Gary in the next sudden death cook-off. The teams would have 30 minutes to cook with the 4 weakest dishes heading to the showdown and only one team member can cook. However, for the second twist, the ones who chose the ingredients would be the decision maker as the other would be the cook, they were then told to swap. Their challenge for the showdown was to make a dish that represented what they mean to the competition and they only had one hour to make it.
Rapid Cook Off :
| Teams | Teams | Cook | Dish | Result |
| SA | Leigh & Jennifer | Leigh | Thai Cured Salmon Salad with Raw Vegetables | Safe |
| NZ | Simon & Meg | Meg | Whiting with Smashed Potatoes | Safe |
| TAS | Megan & Andy | Megan | Chocolate Volcano Cake with Strawberry Coulis | Safe |
| VIC | Thomas & Carla | Thomas | Ricotta Ravioli with Tomato and Vegetable Salad | Safe |
| WA | Angela & Justine | Angela | Pistachio Crusted Pork Cutlet with Tomatoes, Asparagus and Sweet Potato | Through to Showdown |
| QLD | David & Scott | Scott | Tempura Octopus with Tempura Vegetables and Soy Sauce | Through to Showdown |
| SA | Nic & Rocco | Rocco | Capsicum Tart with Salad and Sticky Balsamic | Through to Showdown |
| VIC | Carly & Emily | Emily | Chocolate Brownie with Chocolate Ganache and Praline | Through to Showdown |
| Showdown |||||
| Teams | Teams | Dish | Dish | Result |
| WA | Angela & Justine | Fettuccine with Salami, Tomato and Fennel Sauce | Fettuccine with Salami, Tomato and Fennel Sauce | Safe |
| SA | Nic & Rocco | Herb Printed Ravioli with Sage Butter Sauce, Asparagus and Pancetta | Herb Printed Ravioli with Sage Butter Sauce, Asparagus and Pancetta | | Safe |
| QLD | David & Scott | Roasted Spatchcock with Sweet Potato Puree, Broccolini and Beurre Blanc | Roasted Spatchcock with Sweet Potato Puree, Broccolini and Beurre Blanc | | Safe |
| VIC | Carly & Emily | Duck with Cherry Marsala Sauce, Potato Gratin and Chargrilled Asparagus | Duck with Cherry Marsala Sauce, Potato Gratin and Chargrilled Asparagus | Through to Sudden Death |

#### Sudden Death

* Episode 24
* Airdate – 8 March 2012
* Description – For the sudden death, it would be rivals Peter & Gary and Carly & Emily where one would be eliminated after the cook-off. The two teams rivalry began at the Instant Restaurant round where Peter & Gary felt that they deserved to be in the top 3 over Carly & Emily. Peter thinks that the girls will do anything to win this competition. Emily then replied "Our young age is on our side because we are speedy, we can run around like no one’s business", with a reply from Peter "Your young age which equates to me as inexperience". Carly then said "We will find out today". Peter & Gary scored the lowest score in MKR history.
Sudden Death Cook-Off Results :
| Sudden Death Cook-Off 2 ||||||||||
| Teams | Teams | Judges Scores | Judges Scores | Judges Scores | Judges Scores | Judges Scores | Judges Scores | Total (out of 60) | Result |
| Teams | Teams | Karen | Tobie | Liz | Guy | Pete | Manu | Total (out of 60) | Result |
| VIC | Carly & Emily | 8 | 8 | 9 | 8 | 9 | 9 | 51 | Safe |
| Dishes | Entree | Dumplings with Chinese Red Vinegar and Ginger | Dumplings with Chinese Red Vinegar and Ginger | Dumplings with Chinese Red Vinegar and Ginger | Dumplings with Chinese Red Vinegar and Ginger | Dumplings with Chinese Red Vinegar and Ginger | Dumplings with Chinese Red Vinegar and Ginger | Dumplings with Chinese Red Vinegar and Ginger | | Safe |
| Dishes | Main | Steamed Rock Ling with Ginger, Soy, Snow Pea Leaves and Steamed Rice | Steamed Rock Ling with Ginger, Soy, Snow Pea Leaves and Steamed Rice | Steamed Rock Ling with Ginger, Soy, Snow Pea Leaves and Steamed Rice | Steamed Rock Ling with Ginger, Soy, Snow Pea Leaves and Steamed Rice | Steamed Rock Ling with Ginger, Soy, Snow Pea Leaves and Steamed Rice | Steamed Rock Ling with Ginger, Soy, Snow Pea Leaves and Steamed Rice | Steamed Rock Ling with Ginger, Soy, Snow Pea Leaves and Steamed Rice | | Safe |
| Dishes | Dessert | Black Rice Pudding with Mango and Coconut Mousse | Black Rice Pudding with Mango and Coconut Mousse | Black Rice Pudding with Mango and Coconut Mousse | Black Rice Pudding with Mango and Coconut Mousse | Black Rice Pudding with Mango and Coconut Mousse | Black Rice Pudding with Mango and Coconut Mousse | Black Rice Pudding with Mango and Coconut Mousse | | Safe |
| QLD | Peter & Gary | 3 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 17 | Eliminated |
| Dishes | Entree | Cauliflower and Spinach Soup with Damper | Cauliflower and Spinach Soup with Damper | Cauliflower and Spinach Soup with Damper | Cauliflower and Spinach Soup with Damper | Cauliflower and Spinach Soup with Damper | Cauliflower and Spinach Soup with Damper | Cauliflower and Spinach Soup with Damper | | Eliminated |
| Dishes | Main | Kangaroo Stroganoff with Garlic Mash and Sweet Roast Baby Carrots | Kangaroo Stroganoff with Garlic Mash and Sweet Roast Baby Carrots | Kangaroo Stroganoff with Garlic Mash and Sweet Roast Baby Carrots | Kangaroo Stroganoff with Garlic Mash and Sweet Roast Baby Carrots | Kangaroo Stroganoff with Garlic Mash and Sweet Roast Baby Carrots | Kangaroo Stroganoff with Garlic Mash and Sweet Roast Baby Carrots | Kangaroo Stroganoff with Garlic Mash and Sweet Roast Baby Carrots | | Eliminated |
| Dishes | Dessert | Custard Tartlets with Bananas Foster | Custard Tartlets with Bananas Foster | Custard Tartlets with Bananas Foster | Custard Tartlets with Bananas Foster | Custard Tartlets with Bananas Foster | Custard Tartlets with Bananas Foster | Custard Tartlets with Bananas Foster | | Eliminated |

### Top 9
#### People's Choice Challenge: North Queensland Festival

* Episode 25
* Airdate – 11 March 2012
* Description – For this week the teams headed to Tropical North Queensland. The remaining teams find themselves in Ingham, a small quintessential sugar cane town. Their challenge was to create sweet treats for the town’s annual Harvest Festival using an ingredient the locals known best sugar. The locals would vote for their favourite sweet treat and would be awarded People’s Choice and be safe at the next elimination, while Manu and Pete would decide the day’s worse dish and would head to sudden death. The winners would also receive a very special surprise reward of handing another team immunity. They had one and a half hours and great Queensland produce.
| Teams | Teams | Dish | Result |
| QLD | David & Scott | Banana Tartlet with Mascarpone Cream and Praline | People's Choice |
| SA | Nic & Rocco | Tropical Fruit and Custard Tarts | Given Immunity and shared reward |
| NSW | Steve & Helen | Fruit and Nut Scroll | Through to Rapid Cook Off |
| WA | Angela & Justine | Banana Lounge Cake | Through to Rapid Cook Off |
| SA | Leigh & Jennifer | Ginger Wafer with White Chocolate Cream and Tropical Fruits | Through to Rapid Cook Off |
| VIC | Thomas & Carla | Dark Chocolate Cupcakes with Cookies and Buttercream | Through to Rapid Cook Off |
| NZ | Simon & Meg | White Chocolate Caramel Mudcakes with Brandy Snaps | Through to Rapid Cook Off |
| VIC | Carly & Emily | Chocolate Honeycomb Cheesecake Cones | Through to Rapid Cook Off |
| TAS | Megan & Andy | Tropical Fruit Crepes with Passionfruit Syrup | Through to Sudden Death |

#### Camper Kitchen Cook Off

* Episode 26
* Airdate – 12 March 2012
* Description – In this Rapid Cook-off, the teams would be racing for their ingredients, teams had to cook on makeshift camp kitchens. Their guests tonight were people who knew camp cooking better than anyone. At Port Douglas the teams embarked on an Amazing Race style challenge to source the best ingredients the quickest and get to their campsite first. The first three teams to arrive would cook mains and the last three would do desserts. The weakest team would go sudden death against Megan and Andy.
| Teams | Teams | Course | Dish | Result |
| NSW | Steve & Helen | Dessert | Blueberry Mahalabia with Strawberry Sugar Syrup and Berries | Safe |
| WA | Angela & Justine | Main | Asian Style Prawns | Safe |
| SA | Leigh & Jennifer | Main | Beef Fillet with Green Papaya Salad and Wing Beans | Safe |
| NZ | Simon & Meg | Main | Prawn, Scallop and Avocado Salad | Safe |
| VIC | Carly & Emily | Dessert | Passionfruit Brulee Tarts with Drunken Pineapple | Safe |
| VIC | Thomas & Carla | Dessert | Peach and Raspberry Streusel | Through to Sudden Death |

#### Sudden Death

* Episode 27
* Airdate – 13 March 2012
* Description – The contestants rock up to a poolside meeting with the judges. Pete introduces the team to the Mission Beach, before Manu debriefs on the challenge ahead. They had to cook the best three course meal, tropical style, using ingredients that symbolize North East Queensland. The key ingredients they had to use were Moreton Bay Bugs, Macadamia Nuts and Mango. They could use the ingredients however they like, but they had to shine through at least one of their courses. They had one and a half hours before the entrees had to be on the tables.
Sudden Death Cook-Off Results :
| Sudden Death Cook-Off 3 ||||||||||
| Teams | Teams | Judges Scores | Judges Scores | Judges Scores | Judges Scores | Judges Scores | Judges Scores | Total (out of 60) | Result |
| Teams | Teams | Karen | Tobie | Liz | Guy | Pete | Manu | Total (out of 60) | Result |
| TAS | Megan & Andy | 7 | 7 | 6 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 41 | Through to the next round |
| Dishes | Entree | Mango Salsa with Prawns and Rocket | Mango Salsa with Prawns and Rocket | Mango Salsa with Prawns and Rocket | Mango Salsa with Prawns and Rocket | Mango Salsa with Prawns and Rocket | Mango Salsa with Prawns and Rocket | Mango Salsa with Prawns and Rocket | | Through to the next round |
| Dishes | Main | Angel Hair Pasta with Moreton Bay Bugs | Angel Hair Pasta with Moreton Bay Bugs | Angel Hair Pasta with Moreton Bay Bugs | Angel Hair Pasta with Moreton Bay Bugs | Angel Hair Pasta with Moreton Bay Bugs | Angel Hair Pasta with Moreton Bay Bugs | Angel Hair Pasta with Moreton Bay Bugs | | Through to the next round |
| Dishes | Dessert | Pear and Macadamia Tart with Honey Glaze | Pear and Macadamia Tart with Honey Glaze | Pear and Macadamia Tart with Honey Glaze | Pear and Macadamia Tart with Honey Glaze | Pear and Macadamia Tart with Honey Glaze | Pear and Macadamia Tart with Honey Glaze | Pear and Macadamia Tart with Honey Glaze | | Through to the next round |
| VIC | Thomas & Carla | 6 | 5 | 5 | 6 | 5 | 5 | 32 | Eliminated |
| Dishes | Entree | Moreton Bay Bug Cakes with Sweet Chilli Sauce | Moreton Bay Bug Cakes with Sweet Chilli Sauce | Moreton Bay Bug Cakes with Sweet Chilli Sauce | Moreton Bay Bug Cakes with Sweet Chilli Sauce | Moreton Bay Bug Cakes with Sweet Chilli Sauce | Moreton Bay Bug Cakes with Sweet Chilli Sauce | Moreton Bay Bug Cakes with Sweet Chilli Sauce | | Eliminated |
| Dishes | Main | Paneer and Macadamia Kofta with Coriander Sauce | Paneer and Macadamia Kofta with Coriander Sauce | Paneer and Macadamia Kofta with Coriander Sauce | Paneer and Macadamia Kofta with Coriander Sauce | Paneer and Macadamia Kofta with Coriander Sauce | Paneer and Macadamia Kofta with Coriander Sauce | Paneer and Macadamia Kofta with Coriander Sauce | | Eliminated |
| Dishes | Dessert | Mango Cream with Coconut Tuile | Mango Cream with Coconut Tuile | Mango Cream with Coconut Tuile | Mango Cream with Coconut Tuile | Mango Cream with Coconut Tuile | Mango Cream with Coconut Tuile | Mango Cream with Coconut Tuile | | Eliminated |

### Top 8
#### People's Choice Challenge: Seafood Platter Meal

* Episode 28
* Airdate – 14 March 2012
* Description – For the first time the teams were cooking at Kitchen HQ for the People's Choice Challenge. The judges announced that since Easter was just around the corner, the theme for their dishes was Easter. They had to create an Easter-themed banquet with seafood. The teams would be cooking for 40 VIP’s. The winners would be immune from elimination while the weakest dish chose by Pete and Manu would be thrown straight into sudden death cook-off. They would all have an hour and a half to prepare their dishes. They all head to off for a fifteen-minute shopping run to ‘create’ their dishes. The VIP's were the friends and family of the teams. The teams would be the one voting for each other and deciding the People's Choice
| Teams | Teams | Dish | Result |
| TAS | Megan & Andy | Warm Ocean Trout Nicoise Salad | People's Choice |
| NSW | Steve & Helen | Sweet and Spicy Barramundi with Prawns | Through to Rapid Cook Off |
| WA | Angela & Justine | Barramundi with Roasted Capsicum Salsa and Parmesan Crusted Mussels | Through to Rapid Cook Off |
| SA | Leigh & Jennifer | Tarator Crusted Whole Salmon with Tabbouleh | Through to Rapid Cook Off |
| QLD | David & Scott | Basil and Parmesan Crusted Salmon with Kipfler Salad and Beurre Blanc | Through to Rapid Cook Off |
| SA | Nic & Rocco | Ocean Trout Cartoccio | Through to Rapid Cook Off |
| VIC | Carly & Emily | Japanese Seafood Platter | Through to Rapid Cook Off |
| NZ | Simon & Meg | Stuffed Baby Squid with Almond and Lemon Cous Cous and New Zealand Mussels | Through to Sudden Death |

#### Kitchen Cook-off

* Episode 29
* Airdate – 15 March 2012
* Description – With Simon & Meg up for elimination, the 6 remaining teams would fight to avoid the sudden death cook-off. Manu then asks them what ingredient did they absolutely hate as a kid. The teams had to use those ingredients. The 4 weakest teams would cook-off in the showdown. For the showdown, The judges announced that since they have cooked with unpopular ingredients, they would now cook with a key ingredient that kids and adults love - Chocolate. They would have 90 minutes to make a dish that would make chocolate as its stand-out ingredient.
Rapid Cook Off :
| Teams | Teams | Key Ingredient | Dish | Result |
| WA | Angela & Justine | Liver | Chicken Livers with Mashed Potato and Brandy Cream Sauce | Safe |
| SA | Leigh & Jennifer | Sardines | Sardines Escabeche with Parsley Salad and Crostini | Safe |
| QLD | David & Scott | Olives | Olive Damper with Olive Tapenade and Cream Cheese | Through to Showdown |
| NSW | Steve & Helen | Brussels sprouts | Brussels Sprouts with Lemon Chicken | Through to Showdown |
| SA | Nic & Rocco | Blue Cheese | Blue Cheese and Caramelised Onion Tart | Through to Showdown |
| VIC | Carly & Emily | Tofu | Asian Stuffed Tofu | Through to Showdown |
| Showdown |||||
| Teams | Teams | Dish | Dish | Result |
| SA | Nic & Rocco | Chocolate Rum Delight | Chocolate Rum Delight | Safe |
| QLD | David & Scott | Chocolate Three Ways - Sponge, Ganache and Mousse on a bed of Custard | Chocolate Three Ways - Sponge, Ganache and Mousse on a bed of Custard | | Safe |
| VIC | Carly & Emily | Bittersweet Chocolate Cake with Chocolate Mousse and Brandy Raisin Sauce | Bittersweet Chocolate Cake with Chocolate Mousse and Brandy Raisin Sauce | | Safe |
| NSW | Steve & Helen | Chocolate Cake with Chocolate Ganache | Chocolate Cake with Chocolate Ganache | Through to Sudden Death |

#### Sudden Death

* Episode 30
* Airdate – 18 March 2012
* Description – National pride was on the line as Kiwi’s Meg and Simon went head to head against New South Wales brother and sister team Steve and Helen in the sudden death cook-off. The cook-off would be a Trans Tasman challenge – Australia vs New Zealand. The two teams were making a three dish course.
Sudden Death Cook-Off Results :
| Sudden Death Cook-Off 4 ||||||||||
| Teams | Teams | Judges Scores | Judges Scores | Judges Scores | Judges Scores | Judges Scores | Judges Scores | Total (out of 60) | Result |
| Teams | Teams | Karen | Tobie | Liz | Guy | Pete | Manu | Total (out of 60) | Result |
| NSW | Steve & Helen | 6 | 7 | 6 | 6 | 7 | 6 | 38 | Through to the next round |
| Dishes | Entree | Black Ink Cuttlefish with Fennel Salad | Black Ink Cuttlefish with Fennel Salad | Black Ink Cuttlefish with Fennel Salad | Black Ink Cuttlefish with Fennel Salad | Black Ink Cuttlefish with Fennel Salad | Black Ink Cuttlefish with Fennel Salad | Black Ink Cuttlefish with Fennel Salad | | Through to the next round |
| Dishes | Main | Rabbit Stifado with Garlic Mash | Rabbit Stifado with Garlic Mash | Rabbit Stifado with Garlic Mash | Rabbit Stifado with Garlic Mash | Rabbit Stifado with Garlic Mash | Rabbit Stifado with Garlic Mash | Rabbit Stifado with Garlic Mash | | Through to the next round |
| Dishes | Dessert | Orange Trifle Cake | Orange Trifle Cake | Orange Trifle Cake | Orange Trifle Cake | Orange Trifle Cake | Orange Trifle Cake | Orange Trifle Cake | | Through to the next round |
| NZ | Simon & Meg | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 7 | 6 | 37 | Eliminated |
| Dishes | Entree | Salmon and Prawn Roulade | Salmon and Prawn Roulade | Salmon and Prawn Roulade | Salmon and Prawn Roulade | Salmon and Prawn Roulade | Salmon and Prawn Roulade | Salmon and Prawn Roulade | | Eliminated |
| Dishes | Main | Crusted Lamb with Pomegranate Salad | Crusted Lamb with Pomegranate Salad | Crusted Lamb with Pomegranate Salad | Crusted Lamb with Pomegranate Salad | Crusted Lamb with Pomegranate Salad | Crusted Lamb with Pomegranate Salad | Crusted Lamb with Pomegranate Salad | | Eliminated |
| Dishes | Dessert | Individual Cherry and Chocolate Cake | Individual Cherry and Chocolate Cake | Individual Cherry and Chocolate Cake | Individual Cherry and Chocolate Cake | Individual Cherry and Chocolate Cake | Individual Cherry and Chocolate Cake | Individual Cherry and Chocolate Cake | | Eliminated |

### Elimination week

In the Elimination Week, The judges announced that one team would be eliminated from the competition every night until only four teams remained. The judges also revealed that they were not the only one that the teams had to impress. In another surprise twist, the teams would face their harshest critics yet with the shock arrival of a jury. The teams are left dumbfounded when they see who came to dinner. The jury was composed of eliminated contestants. Manu and Pete revealed that the jury would determine one of the weakest teams while Pete and Manu would decide the other. The Jury would score each dish out of 10 as a team. The weakest team chosen by the Jury and the one chosen by Pete and Manu would head straight to a sudden death cook-off.

#### Round 1

* Episode 31
* Airdate – 19 March 2012
* Description – Pete and Manu announced that the key ingredient for the first round of the elimination week was found in every home in Australia. The key ingredient was meat mince, however the teams could choose their type of meat mince whether it be chicken, lamb, veal, pork or the classic beef. The dishes for the teams were as follows
| Team | Team | Dish | Results |
| NSW | Steve & Helen | Lamb Mince with Polenta Bake | Safe |
| SA | Leigh & Jennifer | Beef and Lamb Dumplings with Butter Sauce and Yoghurt | Safe |
| QLD | David & Scott | Open Beef Lasagne with Chilli and Tomato Concasse | Safe |
| SA | Nic & Rocco | Pork and Fennel Meatballs with Fresh Pasta | Safe |
| VIC | Carly & Emily | Thai Pork Stuffed Omelette with Chilli Cucumber Salad | Safe |
| WA | Angela & Justine | Beef Meatballs with Pasta | Through to Sudden Death (Jury Vote) |
| TAS | Megan & Andy | Greek Lamb Souvlaki with Homemade Tortillas and Minted Yoghurt | Through to Sudden Death (Judges Choice) |
* Verdict – After the down-the-line Cook-off, the jury's verdict was that Angela & Justine was the weakest dish with a score of 12/50. Although the individual votes of jury wasn't revealed. Peter then revealed the reason why Angela & Justine was the weakest dish was that packet pasta and tasteless meatballs won’t cut it. Pete and Manu reveal that the team to go to the elimination cook off was Megan and Andy.
| Teams | Teams | Judges Scores | Judges Scores | Judges Scores | Judges Scores | Judges Scores | Judges Scores | Total (out of 60) | Result |
| Teams | Teams | Karen | Tobie | Liz | Guy | Pete | Manu | Total (out of 60) | Result |
| TAS | Megan & Andy | 9 | 9 | 10 | 9 | 10 | 10 | 57 | Safe |
| Signature Dish | Signature Dish | Coral Trout with Crab & Prawn Bisque and Asparagus | Coral Trout with Crab & Prawn Bisque and Asparagus | Coral Trout with Crab & Prawn Bisque and Asparagus | Coral Trout with Crab & Prawn Bisque and Asparagus | Coral Trout with Crab & Prawn Bisque and Asparagus | Coral Trout with Crab & Prawn Bisque and Asparagus | Coral Trout with Crab & Prawn Bisque and Asparagus | | Safe |
| WA | Angela & Justine | 8 | 7 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 47 | Eliminated |
| Signature Dish | Signature Dish | Vietnamese Duck with Coconut Rice and Asian Salad | Vietnamese Duck with Coconut Rice and Asian Salad | Vietnamese Duck with Coconut Rice and Asian Salad | Vietnamese Duck with Coconut Rice and Asian Salad | Vietnamese Duck with Coconut Rice and Asian Salad | Vietnamese Duck with Coconut Rice and Asian Salad | Vietnamese Duck with Coconut Rice and Asian Salad | | Eliminated |

#### Round 2

* Episode 32
* Airdate – 20 March 2012
* Description – For the second round of elimination week, the key ingredient for the down-the-line cook-off was cheese. The teams similar to round 1 had a choice of what type of cheese they wanted to use. The dishes for the teams were as follows:
| Team | Team | Dish | Results |
| NSW | Steve & Helen | Cheese & Spinach Gozleme with Cypriot Salad | Safe |
| TAS | Megan & Andy | Cheese Arancini Balls with Tomato Relish | Safe |
| SA | Nic & Rocco | Lemon Curd Cheesecake with Italian Meringue | Safe |
| VIC | Carly & Emily | Four Cheese Ravioli with Basil Pesto | Safe |
| SA | Leigh & Jennifer | Four Cheese Borek with Parsnip Skordalia | Through to Sudden Death (Jury Vote) |
| QLD | David & Scott | Seafood Mornay with Rough Puff Pastry | Through to Sudden Death (Judges Choice) |
* Verdict – After the down-the-line cook-off. The jury's vote was first revealed and the jury chosen Leigh & Jennifer as the weakest team with a score of 13/60. Peter as the jury spokesperson, stated "We the jury find you guilty of not meeting the brief and laziness.” Leigh accused the jury of foul play stating "I wish people would just judge the food. Not because people have been doing well and they want to bring them down". Pete & Manu then selected their weakest dish as David & Scott's Seafood Mornay. Jennifer stated she doesn't want cook against them with both girls teared up after it was announced they were facing David & Scott.
| Teams | Teams | Judges Scores | Judges Scores | Judges Scores | Judges Scores | Judges Scores | Judges Scores | Total (out of 60) | Result |
| Teams | Teams | Karen | Tobie | Liz | Guy | Pete | Manu | Total (out of 60) | Result |
| SA | Leigh & Jennifer | 9 | 9 | 8 | 8 | 9 | 9 | 52 | Safe |
| Signature Dish | Signature Dish | Mulloway with Celeriac Puree and Beurre Rough | Mulloway with Celeriac Puree and Beurre Rough | Mulloway with Celeriac Puree and Beurre Rough | Mulloway with Celeriac Puree and Beurre Rough | Mulloway with Celeriac Puree and Beurre Rough | Mulloway with Celeriac Puree and Beurre Rough | Mulloway with Celeriac Puree and Beurre Rough | | Safe |
| QLD | David & Scott | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 9 | 49 | Eliminated |
| Signature Dish | Signature Dish | Lobster with Gnocchi and Prawn Sauce | Lobster with Gnocchi and Prawn Sauce | Lobster with Gnocchi and Prawn Sauce | Lobster with Gnocchi and Prawn Sauce | Lobster with Gnocchi and Prawn Sauce | Lobster with Gnocchi and Prawn Sauce | Lobster with Gnocchi and Prawn Sauce | | Eliminated |

#### Round 3

* Episode 33
* Airdate – 21 March 2012
* Description – For the third round of elimination week, the key ingredient for the all-line cook-off was citrus fruit. They could however choose whichever citrus fruit they want maybe like lime, lemon, etc. The dishes for the teams were as follows:
| Team | Team | Dish | Results |
| SA | Leigh & Jennifer | Chocolate and Orange Surprise with Filo Cigar | Safe (Through to Semifinals) |
| SA | Nic & Rocco | Limoncello Chicken with Orange Salad | Safe (Through to Semifinals) |
| VIC | Carly & Emily | Lemon Tart with Orange Glazed Strawberries and Orange Syrup | Safe (Through to Semifinals) |
| TAS | Megan & Andy | Citrus Cake with Sticky Orange Syrup and Lemon Mascarpone | Through to Sudden Death (Jury Vote) |
| NSW | Steve & Helen | Pork Fricassee with Egg and Lemon Sauce | Through to Sudden Death (Judges Choice) |
* Verdict – After the down-the-line cook-off. With a score of 42/70, the jury choose Andy & Megan as the weakest team. Pete & Manu then chose the team of Helen & Steve. With the nomination of the two teams, Nic & Rocco, Carly & Emily, and Leigh & Jennifer headed to the finals. As Helen & Steve and Andy & Megan fight it off in a sudden death cook-off for a place in the finals.
| Teams | Teams | Judges Scores | Judges Scores | Judges Scores | Judges Scores | Judges Scores | Judges Scores | Total (out of 60) | Result |
| Teams | Teams | Karen | Tobie | Liz | Guy | Pete | Manu | Total (out of 60) | Result |
| TAS | Megan & Andy | 8 | 8 | 8 | 9 | 8 | 9 | 50 | Safe (Through to Semifinals) |
| Signature Dish | Signature Dish | Jambalaya with Mussels and Prawns | Jambalaya with Mussels and Prawns | Jambalaya with Mussels and Prawns | Jambalaya with Mussels and Prawns | Jambalaya with Mussels and Prawns | Jambalaya with Mussels and Prawns | Jambalaya with Mussels and Prawns | | Safe (Through to Semifinals) |
| NSW | Steve & Helen | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 36 | Eliminated |
| Signature Dish | Signature Dish | Rolled Chicken with Greek Cheese Sauce and Spinach Rice | Rolled Chicken with Greek Cheese Sauce and Spinach Rice | Rolled Chicken with Greek Cheese Sauce and Spinach Rice | Rolled Chicken with Greek Cheese Sauce and Spinach Rice | Rolled Chicken with Greek Cheese Sauce and Spinach Rice | Rolled Chicken with Greek Cheese Sauce and Spinach Rice | Rolled Chicken with Greek Cheese Sauce and Spinach Rice | | Eliminated |

### Semifinals
#### Kitchen Cook-off: Seeding Round

* Episode 34
* Airdate – 22 March 2012
* Description – The teams had to compete in 2 challenges and fight for point and be ranked 1 to 4 to see who would go head to head in the semi-finals. The 1st place would cook against 4th place, while 2nd would cook against 3rd. Manu and Pete would be the one giving points to each dish.

##### Round 1

* Description – The first test was a rapid cook off and would be their last and they only have 30 minutes The key ingredient was chosen by the jury and was chilli. Tonight only one person could cook each dish for 15 minutes and then swap – while the other was cooking, the partner could not watch what the other was making. Leigh, Nic, Megan, and Carly were the first ones to cook. While, Jennifer, Rocco, Andy, and Emily were the last ones to cook and were the one that was going to plate-up.
| Teams | Teams | Dish | Pete | Manu | Sub-Total | Place |
| VIC | Carly & Emily | Prawn and Chicken Laksa | 9 | 9 | 18 | 1st |
| SA | Leigh & Jennifer | Chilli Prawns | 8 | 9 | 17 | 2nd |
| TAS | Megan & Andy | Chilli Pork with Noodle Salad | 7 | 8 | 15 | 3rd |
| SA | Nic & Rocco | Crispy Spicy Kingfish with Chilli Lime Dressing | 7 | 7 | 14 | 4th |

##### Round 2

* Description – After round 1 Carly & Emily took first place. For round 2, the only limit the teams were given was their own imagination. The dish needed to show their skills, techniques and capabilities in 1 and a half hours. After the end of the two rounds, Jennifer & Leigh came in first with 37 points and would be taking on Megan & Andy who came in fourth with 31 points for the first semifinal. In the second semifinal it would see Carly & Emily who came in second with 36 points taking on third place Nic & Rocco with 34 points.
| Teams | Teams | Dish | Pete | Manu | Round 1 | Total | Place |
| SA | Leigh & Jennifer | Massaman Curry with Roti and Pickled Salad | 10 | 10 | 17 | 37 | 1st |
| VIC | Carly & Emily | Chinese Duck Two Ways – Peking Duck with Pancakes and Duck San Choy Bow | 9 | 9 | 18 | 36 | 2nd |
| SA | Nic & Rocco | Macarons 6 Ways - Mango, Lemon, Chocolate, Pistachio, Raspberry and Blueberry | 10 | 10 | 14 | 34 | 3rd |
| TAS | Megan & Andy | Calamari Schnitzel with Scallops and Crab Mash | 8 | 8 | 15 | 31 | 4th |

#### Semifinal 1

* Episode 35
* Airdate – 25 March 2012
* Description – In the first semi-final it would be South Australia’s Princess and florist, Jennifer and Leigh taking on Tassies seafood superchef’s Megan and Andy. Whoever won tonight was through to the grand final, while we would say goodbye to the other team tonight. The challenge for the semifinals was to make the ultimate 3 course meal.
Semifinal 1 :
| Teams | Teams | Judges Scores | Judges Scores | Judges Scores | Judges Scores | Judges Scores | Judges Scores | Total (out of 60) | Result |
| Teams | Teams | Karen | Tobie | Liz | Guy | Pete | Manu | Total (out of 60) | Result |
| SA | Leigh & Jennifer | 8 | 9 | 8 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 52 | Safe (Through to Grand Final) |
| Dishes | Entree | Confit of Murray Cod with Spring Onion, Ginger and Fennel | Confit of Murray Cod with Spring Onion, Ginger and Fennel | Confit of Murray Cod with Spring Onion, Ginger and Fennel | Confit of Murray Cod with Spring Onion, Ginger and Fennel | Confit of Murray Cod with Spring Onion, Ginger and Fennel | Confit of Murray Cod with Spring Onion, Ginger and Fennel | Confit of Murray Cod with Spring Onion, Ginger and Fennel | | Safe (Through to Grand Final) |
| Dishes | Main | Twice Cooked Pigeon with Farro and Beetroot Puree | Twice Cooked Pigeon with Farro and Beetroot Puree | Twice Cooked Pigeon with Farro and Beetroot Puree | Twice Cooked Pigeon with Farro and Beetroot Puree | Twice Cooked Pigeon with Farro and Beetroot Puree | Twice Cooked Pigeon with Farro and Beetroot Puree | Twice Cooked Pigeon with Farro and Beetroot Puree | | Safe (Through to Grand Final) |
| Dishes | Dessert | Chocolate and Earl Gray Tea Tart with Chocolate Chantilly | Chocolate and Earl Gray Tea Tart with Chocolate Chantilly | Chocolate and Earl Gray Tea Tart with Chocolate Chantilly | Chocolate and Earl Gray Tea Tart with Chocolate Chantilly | Chocolate and Earl Gray Tea Tart with Chocolate Chantilly | Chocolate and Earl Gray Tea Tart with Chocolate Chantilly | Chocolate and Earl Gray Tea Tart with Chocolate Chantilly | | Safe (Through to Grand Final) |
| TAS | Megan & Andy | 7 | 8 | 7 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 46 | Eliminated |
| Dishes | Entree | Sesame Seed Pork Rice Paper Rolls | Sesame Seed Pork Rice Paper Rolls | Sesame Seed Pork Rice Paper Rolls | Sesame Seed Pork Rice Paper Rolls | Sesame Seed Pork Rice Paper Rolls | Sesame Seed Pork Rice Paper Rolls | Sesame Seed Pork Rice Paper Rolls | | Eliminated |
| Dishes | Main | Rich Seafood Chowder in a Cobb Loaf | Rich Seafood Chowder in a Cobb Loaf | Rich Seafood Chowder in a Cobb Loaf | Rich Seafood Chowder in a Cobb Loaf | Rich Seafood Chowder in a Cobb Loaf | Rich Seafood Chowder in a Cobb Loaf | Rich Seafood Chowder in a Cobb Loaf | | Eliminated |
| Dishes | Dessert | Chocolate Marquise with Creme Anglaise and Almond Tuiles | Chocolate Marquise with Creme Anglaise and Almond Tuiles | Chocolate Marquise with Creme Anglaise and Almond Tuiles | Chocolate Marquise with Creme Anglaise and Almond Tuiles | Chocolate Marquise with Creme Anglaise and Almond Tuiles | Chocolate Marquise with Creme Anglaise and Almond Tuiles | Chocolate Marquise with Creme Anglaise and Almond Tuiles | | Eliminated |

#### Semifinal 2

* Episode 36
* Airdate – 26 March 2012
* Description – In the second semifinal childhood mates Nic & Rocco took on siblings Carly & Emily. Where, the winner would take on Leigh & Jennifer for the My Kitchen Rules title. Like the 1st Semifinal teams had to cook the ultimate three course dish for the judge.
Semifinal 2 :
| Teams | Teams | Judges Scores | Judges Scores | Judges Scores | Judges Scores | Judges Scores | Judges Scores | Total (out of 60) | Result |
| Teams | Teams | Karen | Tobie | Liz | Guy | Pete | Manu | Total (out of 60) | Result |
| SA | Nic & Rocco | 7 | 7 | 7 | 8 | 8 | 7 | 44 | Safe (Through to Grand Final) |
| Dishes | Entree | Bird’s Nest Pasta | Bird’s Nest Pasta | Bird’s Nest Pasta | Bird’s Nest Pasta | Bird’s Nest Pasta | Bird’s Nest Pasta | Bird’s Nest Pasta | | Safe (Through to Grand Final) |
| Dishes | Main | King George Whiting with Shellfish Mousseline | King George Whiting with Shellfish Mousseline | King George Whiting with Shellfish Mousseline | King George Whiting with Shellfish Mousseline | King George Whiting with Shellfish Mousseline | King George Whiting with Shellfish Mousseline | King George Whiting with Shellfish Mousseline | | Safe (Through to Grand Final) |
| Dishes | Dessert | Dolci Misti - Chocolate Mousse Panna Cotta and Zuppa Inglese | Dolci Misti - Chocolate Mousse Panna Cotta and Zuppa Inglese | Dolci Misti - Chocolate Mousse Panna Cotta and Zuppa Inglese | Dolci Misti - Chocolate Mousse Panna Cotta and Zuppa Inglese | Dolci Misti - Chocolate Mousse Panna Cotta and Zuppa Inglese | Dolci Misti - Chocolate Mousse Panna Cotta and Zuppa Inglese | Dolci Misti - Chocolate Mousse Panna Cotta and Zuppa Inglese | | Safe (Through to Grand Final) |
| VIC | Carly & Emily | 8 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 43 | Eliminated |
| Dishes | Entree | Dukkah Crusted Scallops with Beetroot & Goat Cheese Salad | Dukkah Crusted Scallops with Beetroot & Goat Cheese Salad | Dukkah Crusted Scallops with Beetroot & Goat Cheese Salad | Dukkah Crusted Scallops with Beetroot & Goat Cheese Salad | Dukkah Crusted Scallops with Beetroot & Goat Cheese Salad | Dukkah Crusted Scallops with Beetroot & Goat Cheese Salad | Dukkah Crusted Scallops with Beetroot & Goat Cheese Salad | | Eliminated |
| Dishes | Main | Duck Confit with Duck Neck Sausage and White Bean Puree | Duck Confit with Duck Neck Sausage and White Bean Puree | Duck Confit with Duck Neck Sausage and White Bean Puree | Duck Confit with Duck Neck Sausage and White Bean Puree | Duck Confit with Duck Neck Sausage and White Bean Puree | Duck Confit with Duck Neck Sausage and White Bean Puree | Duck Confit with Duck Neck Sausage and White Bean Puree | | Eliminated |
| Dishes | Dessert | Persian Love Cakes with Panna Cotta and Fresh Figs | Persian Love Cakes with Panna Cotta and Fresh Figs | Persian Love Cakes with Panna Cotta and Fresh Figs | Persian Love Cakes with Panna Cotta and Fresh Figs | Persian Love Cakes with Panna Cotta and Fresh Figs | Persian Love Cakes with Panna Cotta and Fresh Figs | Persian Love Cakes with Panna Cotta and Fresh Figs | | Eliminated |

### Grand final

* Episode 37
* Airdate – 27 March 2012
* Description – In the Grand Finale it was South Australia vs South Australia as Leigh & Jennifer took on Nic & Rocco. The final test for the South Australians' was faultless food. Each team had to cook 5 courses and produce 100 plates of food. The teams instant restaurant names were behind their respective benches – “Burlesque” for the girls and “Double Trouble” for the boys. The two teams had the eliminated teams and their love ones as diners. After the five courses, the judges scored the menu of each team, the highest scoring team was crowned the My Kitchen Rules 2012 champions and walked away with the $250,000 prize money.
Grand final :
| Teams | Teams | Judges Scores | Judges Scores | Judges Scores | Judges Scores | Judges Scores | Judges Scores | Total (out of 60) | Result |
| Teams | Teams | Karen | Tobie | Liz | Guy | Pete | Manu | Total (out of 60) | Result |
| SA | Leigh & Jennifer | 9 | 10 | 9 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 58 | Winners |
| Dishes | Dishes | Burlesque | Burlesque | Burlesque | Burlesque | Burlesque | Burlesque | Burlesque | | Winners |
| 1st Course | 1st Course | Crab Congee | Crab Congee | Crab Congee | Crab Congee | Crab Congee | Crab Congee | Crab Congee | | Winners |
| 2nd Course | 2nd Course | Scallops in XO Sauce | Scallops in XO Sauce | Scallops in XO Sauce | Scallops in XO Sauce | Scallops in XO Sauce | Scallops in XO Sauce | Scallops in XO Sauce | | Winners |
| 3rd Course | 3rd Course | Quail with Barberry and Quinoa | Quail with Barberry and Quinoa | Quail with Barberry and Quinoa | Quail with Barberry and Quinoa | Quail with Barberry and Quinoa | Quail with Barberry and Quinoa | Quail with Barberry and Quinoa | | Winners |
| 4th Course | 4th Course | Wagyu Beef Ribs with Bone Marrow and Cauliflower Puree | Wagyu Beef Ribs with Bone Marrow and Cauliflower Puree | Wagyu Beef Ribs with Bone Marrow and Cauliflower Puree | Wagyu Beef Ribs with Bone Marrow and Cauliflower Puree | Wagyu Beef Ribs with Bone Marrow and Cauliflower Puree | Wagyu Beef Ribs with Bone Marrow and Cauliflower Puree | Wagyu Beef Ribs with Bone Marrow and Cauliflower Puree | | Winners |
| 5th Course | 5th Course | Chocolate Hazelnut Cake | Chocolate Hazelnut Cake | Chocolate Hazelnut Cake | Chocolate Hazelnut Cake | Chocolate Hazelnut Cake | Chocolate Hazelnut Cake | Chocolate Hazelnut Cake | | Winners |
| SA | Nic & Rocco | 8 | 9 | 8 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 52 | Runners-up |
| Dishes | Dishes | Double Trouble | Double Trouble | Double Trouble | Double Trouble | Double Trouble | Double Trouble | Double Trouble | | Runners-up |
| 1st Course | 1st Course | Seared Moroccan Tuna with Cured Salmon | Seared Moroccan Tuna with Cured Salmon | Seared Moroccan Tuna with Cured Salmon | Seared Moroccan Tuna with Cured Salmon | Seared Moroccan Tuna with Cured Salmon | Seared Moroccan Tuna with Cured Salmon | Seared Moroccan Tuna with Cured Salmon | | Runners-up |
| 2nd Course | 2nd Course | Bug Tails with Fennel Puree and Chorizo Essence | Bug Tails with Fennel Puree and Chorizo Essence | Bug Tails with Fennel Puree and Chorizo Essence | Bug Tails with Fennel Puree and Chorizo Essence | Bug Tails with Fennel Puree and Chorizo Essence | Bug Tails with Fennel Puree and Chorizo Essence | Bug Tails with Fennel Puree and Chorizo Essence | | Runners-up |
| 3rd Course | 3rd Course | Spatchcock Two Ways with Heirloom Carrots and Thyme Crumbs | Spatchcock Two Ways with Heirloom Carrots and Thyme Crumbs | Spatchcock Two Ways with Heirloom Carrots and Thyme Crumbs | Spatchcock Two Ways with Heirloom Carrots and Thyme Crumbs | Spatchcock Two Ways with Heirloom Carrots and Thyme Crumbs | Spatchcock Two Ways with Heirloom Carrots and Thyme Crumbs | Spatchcock Two Ways with Heirloom Carrots and Thyme Crumbs | | Runners-up |
| 4th Course | 4th Course | Poached Pork Belly with Potato Discs and Fresh Horseradish | Poached Pork Belly with Potato Discs and Fresh Horseradish | Poached Pork Belly with Potato Discs and Fresh Horseradish | Poached Pork Belly with Potato Discs and Fresh Horseradish | Poached Pork Belly with Potato Discs and Fresh Horseradish | Poached Pork Belly with Potato Discs and Fresh Horseradish | Poached Pork Belly with Potato Discs and Fresh Horseradish | | Runners-up |
| 5th Course | 5th Course | Chocolate Raspberry Pop Delight | Chocolate Raspberry Pop Delight | Chocolate Raspberry Pop Delight | Chocolate Raspberry Pop Delight | Chocolate Raspberry Pop Delight | Chocolate Raspberry Pop Delight | Chocolate Raspberry Pop Delight | | Runners-up |

## Ratings
### Colour key

    – Highest rating during the series
    – Lowest rating during the series
    – An elimination was held in this episode
    – Finals week
| Wk | Episode | Episode | Original airdate | Timeslot | Viewers (millions) | Nightly rank |
| 1 | 1 | Instant Restaurant 1-1: Steve & Helen | 30 January 2012 | Monday 7:30 pm–8:45 pm | 1.484 | #1 |
| 1 | 2 | Instant Restaurant 1-2: Angela & Justine | 31 January 2012 | Tuesday 7:30 pm–8:30 pm | 1.466 | #1 |
| 1 | 3 | Instant Restaurant 1-3: Leigh & Jennifer | 1 February 2012 | Wednesday 7:30 pm–8:30 pm | 1.503 | #1 |
| 1 | 4 | Instant Restaurant 1-4: Simon & Meg | 2 February 2012 | Thursday 7:30 pm–8:30 pm | 1.439 | #1 |
| 2 | 5 | Instant Restaurant 1-5: David & Scott | 6 February 2012 | Monday 7:30 pm–8:30 pm | 1.565 | #1 |
| 2 | 6 | Instant Restaurant 1-6: Thomas & Carla | 7 February 2012 | Tuesday 7:30 pm–8:30 pm | 1.658 | #1 |
| 2 | 7 | Instant Restaurant 2-1: Sam & Jilian | 8 February 2012 | Wednesday 7:30 pm–8:30 pm | 1.453 | #1 |
| 2 | 8 | Instant Restaurant 2-2: Emma & Andrew | 9 February 2012 | Thursday 7:30 pm–8:30 pm | 1.560 | #1 |
| 3 | 9 | Instant Restaurant 2-3: Nic & Rocco | 13 February 2012 | Monday 7:30 pm–8:30 pm | 1.673 | #2 |
| 3 | 10 | Instant Restaurant 2-4: Megan & Andy | 14 February 2012 | Tuesday 7:30 pm–8:30 pm | 1.535 | #1 |
| 3 | 11 | Instant Restaurant 2-5: Peter & Gary | 15 February 2012 | Wednesday 7:30 pm–8:30 pm | 1.933 | #1 |
| 3 | 12 | Instant Restaurant 2-6: Carly & Emily | 16 February 2012 | Thursday 7:30 pm–8:30 pm | 1.797 | #1 |
| 4 | 13 | Instant Restaurant 3-1: Thomas & Carla | 20 February 2012 | Monday 7:30 pm–8:45 pm | 1.810 | #1 |
| 4 | 14 | Instant Restaurant 3-2: Simon & Meg | 21 February 2012 | Tuesday 7:30 pm–8:45 pm | 1.682 | #1 |
| 4 | 15 | Instant Restaurant 3-3: Megan & Andy | 22 February 2012 | Wednesday 7:30 pm–8:45 pm | 1.633 | #1 |
| 4 | 16 | Instant Restaurant 3-4: Emma & Andrew | 23 February 2012 | Thursday 7:30 pm–8:45 pm | 1.638 | #1 |
| 5 | 17 | Instant Restaurant 3-5: David & Scott | 27 February 2012 | Monday 7:30 pm–8:45 pm | 1.842 | #1 |
| 5 | 18 | Instant Restaurant 3-6: Peter & Gary | 28 February 2012 | Tuesday 7:30 pm–8:45 pm | 1.924 | #1 |
| 5 | 19 | People's Choice Challenge: Bed & Breakfast | 29 February 2012 | Wednesday 7:30 pm–8:45 pm | 1.796 | #1 |
| 5 | 20 | Kitchen Cook Off 1 | 1 March 2012 | Thursday 7:30 pm–8:45 pm | 1.683 | #1 |
| 6 | 21 | Sudden Death 1 | 5 March 2012 | Monday 7:30 pm–8:45 pm | 1.840 | #2 |
| 6 | 22 | People's Choice Challenge: Melbourne Cook-off | 6 March 2012 | Tuesday 7:30 pm–8:45 pm | 1.828 | #1 |
| 6 | 23 | Kitchen Cook Off 2 | 7 March 2012 | Wednesday 7:30 pm–8:45 pm | 1.721 | #1 |
| 6 | 24 | Sudden Death 2 | 8 March 2012 | Thursday 7:30 pm–8:30 pm | 1.799 | #1 |
| 7 | 25 | People's Choice Challenge: North Queensland Festival | 11 March 2012 | Sunday 7:30 pm–8:30 pm | 1.799 | #1 |
| 7 | 26 | Kitchen Cook Off 3 | 12 March 2012 | Monday 7:30 pm–8:30 pm | 1.921 | #1 |
| 7 | 27 | Sudden Death 3 | 13 March 2012 | Tuesday 7:30 pm–8:30 pm | 1.849 | #1 |
| 7 | 28 | People's Choice Challenge: Seafood Platter Meal | 14 March 2012 | Wednesday 7:30 pm–8:45 pm | 1.692 | #1 |
| 7 | 29 | Kitchen Cook Off 4 | 15 March 2012 | Thursday 7:30 pm–8:30 pm | 1.646 | #1 |
| 8 | 30 | Sudden Death 4 | 18 March 2012 | Sunday 7:30 pm–8:30 pm | 1.710 | #1 |
| 8 | 31 | Elimination Week: Round 1 | 19 March 2012 | Monday 7:30 pm–8:30 pm | 1.830 | #1 |
| 8 | 32 | Elimination Week: Round 2 | 20 March 2012 | Tuesday 7:30 pm–8:30 pm | 1.846 | #1 |
| 8 | 33 | Elimination Week: Round 3 | 21 March 2012 | Wednesday 7:30 pm–8:45 pm | 1.744 | #1 |
| 8 | 34 | Kitchen Cook Off - Seeding Round: Round 1 & 2 | 22 March 2012 | Thursday 7:30 pm–8:30 pm | 1.791 | #1 |
| 9 | 35 | Semi Final 1 | 25 March 2012 | Sunday 7:30 pm–8:30 pm | 1.715 | #1 |
| 9 | 36 | Semi Final 2 | 26 March 2012 | Monday 7:30 pm–8:30 pm | 1.899 | #1 |
| 9 | 37 | Grand Finale | 27 March 2012 | Tuesday 7:30 pm–9:40 pm | 2.186 | #2 |
| 9 | 37 | Winner Announced | 27 March 2012 | Tuesday 7:30 pm–9:40 pm | 2.675 | #1 |
| Series Average | Series Average | Series Average | Series Average | Series Average | 1.752 | #1 |