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MasterChef is set to make its return to screens for its 20th series - where new home cook hopefuls will take on the 'most extraordinary tasks ever seen'.
Judges John Torode and Greg Wallace, who have been at the helm of the cooking show since its revival in 2005, will again put a new batch of contestants through their paces.
Premiering on BBC on April 1, the news series marks 20 years of celebrating and supporting the country's burgeoning culinary talent.
Fifty-eight passionate and talented hopefuls from all walks of life, such as a farmer, archaeologist and musical director, will show what they can do.
Viewers can expect to see the contestants, who hail from Dorset and Sunderland to the Scottish Borders and North Wales, serve up their food and cultural heritage in the hopes of making it to the final.
MasterChef is set to make its return to screens for its 20th series - where new home cook hopefuls will take on the 'most extraordinary tasks ever seen', it was revealed on Monday
Judges John Torode and Greg Wallace, who have been at the helm of the cooking show since its revival in 2005, will again put a new batch of contestants through their paces
'I can hardly believe that we are into the 20th series of this unbelievably brilliant show,' said Australian celebrity chef and judge John, 58.
'It's such a point of pride and celebration. I believe food brings people together and every year we're fortunate enough to be able to help incredibly talented, hard-working people realise their dream and indulge themselves in the joy that is MasterChef.'
Urging people to apply themselves for the 21st series, John added: 'This year is so exciting, with tough tests, incredible challenges and passionate cooks – as always. Twenty years on, MasterChef continues to show if you have a dream, just go for it!
'The competition gets stronger and more exciting every year. Thanks for watching me and Mr Wallace. I hope you enjoy watching this 20th series as much as we've enjoyed making it.'
Meanwhile, co-host Gregg, 59, said: 'This is when the wave of ambition hits the rock of reality for these amateur cooks – and we are putting them through the most extraordinary challenges we've ever seen. This show means business and we're so lucky to be able to see the level of cooking inch higher and higher each year.
'John and I are so happy to be part of a wonderful MasterChef community and, each series, welcome new ambitious cooks to show us what they can do. 2024 will be a celebration of the talent emerging from the country's home kitchens
