Masterchef NZ (and others)

[Davros]

I missed the first episode. WHY are they in pairs and will it stay like that all the way through? I don't like it.
Anyone know if any other MC series are on the horizon esp UK amateur, Irish, Oz pros?

I started a thread but feel a bit lonely ! They auditioned in pairs and boasted it is the first MC internationally to be in pairs. Shocking how many lack basic cooking skills and rely on ready made ingredients.

Sorry, didn't see your thread. I'm NOT convinced by the pairs.