Masterchef

In the latest episode of "MasterChef," a contestant impressed the judges with an unexpected popcorn addition. We have gathered several professional tips to help you perfect your own popcorn at home.

The heat in the "MasterChef" kitchen reached the judges' table this time as Eyal Shani and Yuval Ben Neria argued over the dishes served to them. Shani did not connect with the twist in the dish served by contestant Haim Cohen - and Ben Neria did not like it: "Eyal arrived with an opinion because he had already commented to you."

What can you actually prepare from fridge leftovers? It turns out, much more than we thought. From Friday's rice and Saturday's chicken to pasta that has lost all hope, we have collected 16 ways to turn what was almost thrown away into a restaurant-quality meal.

Israel Aharoni returns to the "MasterChef" kitchen, and we have curated some of his best recipes to help you prepare for the weekend. From chicken and cauliflower patties in lemon sauce to steamed eggplants with minimal oil, these dishes are perfect for your Shabbat table.

There are eliminations, and then there are eliminations. We haven't seen one like the one in the last episode of "MasterChef" in a long time, as the judge struggled to accept the elimination of Nissim Zlayet, once again before the decisive stages. "When you are in reserve duty and working shifts all day, you lose the fire in your eyes. Thank you for bringing it back to me," Zlayet said in...

Today, Eliav Sasson is a sought-after and successful wedding dress designer, as well as a talented cook who impresses the judges of "MasterChef" with every dish. But as a child, he had to deal with long periods where money was scarce and the economic situation was challenging. Tonight, he shares how the hardships of his childhood taught him to appreciate food and what drove him forward: "This...

Tair Mordoch finished her second round on "MasterChef" in the exact same place as her first. Despite her impressive growth, she shared that she felt she had much more to show and reflected on what she would have done differently.

Are you sure canned goods can't be gourmet? You probably haven't tasted Gal Kaspers' puttanesca pasta, elevated with a unique twist of anchovy chips. "I could eat this all day," the judges raved. The full recipe is inside.

With six contestants remaining in the cooking competition, every dish becomes critical. Following a challenging task involving canned goods, Tair Murdoch has left the kitchen: "I finished in sixth place in the previous season as well. Apparently, there is a curse on me with this number."

"MasterChef" star Tair Murdoch, who is currently back in the hottest kitchen in the country, shared on her Instagram account the feelings that accompany her - and the desire to prepare special dishes in every episode despite the challenges: "I try to bring creative dishes from different cuisines."

"MasterChef" contestant Haim Cohen is fulfilling himself in the culinary world even outside the show, but the path there was not simple. While preparing the next dish for the judges, the cook shared that in the past he did not receive support from his father, who preferred that he specialize in another field: "He is old-fashioned."

While Keshet 12 continues to dominate unchallenged, Reshet 13 faces a drop in performance. The channel's flagship program, The Voice, fell to third place in the daily ratings with 8.8% and 237,000 viewers.

Emotions are a basic commodity for every chef and cook, and even more so when it comes to esteemed chefs like the judges of "MasterChef". In the last episode that aired, the judges thought about what they would prepare as an inspiration for the famous herring sandwich of the Ansky family - something that triggered a remark from Chef Biton, and a response from Eyal Shani who did not really like it.

The famous sandwich created by Sherry Ansky, cookbook author and mother of judge Michal Ansky, which became part of the family legacy, served as inspiration for the contestants. The recipes are inside, and they have a twist that will make you try them yourself: 'Your interpretation is inspiring. It is a step away from perfection.'

The battle for a spot in the next stage of "MasterChef" has stepped up, and the contestants were required to draw inspiration from the Ansky family's famous herring sandwich. The competition was close, and this is who was eliminated at its conclusion: "I need a spa day after all this."

Gal Kaspers has previously shared about the children she gave birth to at a young age, and how significant they were during the difficult moments of her life. In the upcoming episode of "MasterChef", Kaspers returns to her mother who also gave birth to her at a young age - and at age five decided to move with her to the other side of the world: "She was looking for an adventure".

The pairing of Jackie Azulay and Eliav Sasson in the latest task on "MasterChef" ignited a fire in the kitchen even before they chose what to cook. The two struggled to reach joint decisions throughout the task, which caused a dispute. Later, after the episode aired, Sasson set things straight and calmed the situation: "It worked less well, but it doesn't mean anything."

Two years after being eliminated just before the finale, Nissim Zalait returns to the "MasterChef" kitchen with a desire to correct and prove himself. In an interview with +12, he talks about the fear of failure and the line he will not cross even on the way to victory: "I want to remember that I remained true to my values, that I did not betray myself in the name of the competition."

In the latest episode of "MasterChef", Nissim Zalait, who has served hundreds of days in the reserves since October 7, returned to a story about his best friend from his unit. "The sergeant told us: 'From now on you walk hand in hand. If I see that you went to the bathroom alone, you will get a month of confinement'."

The media personality arrived at the Western Wall and asked her followers to join her in prayer for her son, an IDF soldier: "Pray for my son, Uria ben Eden, that with God's help he will come home to us for Rosh Hashanah"

The judges and contestants were stunned when two of the season's frontrunners stood side by side in a particularly difficult elimination round. Following a challenging Ethiopian-themed task, Jackie Azulay was eliminated from the competition. "I remembered you said that you are gentle, and tears came to my eyes," Eyal Shani said in farewell.

In the 'MasterChef' kitchen there is always an atmosphere of competition, but between the pots and pans, surprisingly special friendships are also discovered. Azulay revealed a connection going back years with Eliav Sasson, a contestant this season and a successful dress designer. "He reached out to me, an amazing dress came out, and we became friends," she said.

Nissim Zalait, a contestant of the 11th season of "MasterChef", has been serving in the reserves non-stop since October 7th. This morning, he arrived for an interview on the Keshet 12 morning show after spending days in the field. Now, deep in the kitchen battles, Zalait addressed the participants' biggest fear: "The biggest fear was to be eliminated first."

The pressure that took over is what remained with Danit Sofer from the last time she was in the "MasterChef" kitchen. It affected her so much that she couldn't express her cooking, and now she has returned with the aspiration to fix it - and to trust herself: "If it doesn't work, I won't serve it."

Even in his second round on the cooking reality show, Eliav Sasson manages to stand out and receive many compliments from the judges. While preparing the next dish for them, the cook shared his desire to become a father and the challenging journey he is going through alongside his partner on the way to parenthood: "I need the prayers of the entire nation of Israel."

The beloved "MasterChef" contestant did not hesitate to share a case where she managed to keep a secret from her ex-husband for nine months. Azulay was required to surprise with a twist in the dish, and took the opportunity to share the time she surprised her ex: "I even talked to him about the Brit Milah"

The moment of saying goodbye to contestants in a cooking competition is never easy, but this time judge Michal Ansky found it particularly difficult. Following a challenge featuring outstanding dishes, Bar Levi was eliminated, though he received a promising offer from chef Yuval Ben Neria.

Gal Kaspers returns to the screen on the beloved show and speaks openly about becoming a mother at a young age, her decision to stop dating, and her current relationship status.

A dish served by Manal Ismail to Michal Ansky on "MasterChef" triggered a nostalgic memory, taking the judge back to the days when she was breastfeeding and tasted her own milk. Ismail was deeply moved by the shared experience, noting that it captures the essence of motherhood.

Haim Cohen, the contestant and not the chef, has returned to "MasterChef" five years after his last time - and this time he wants to win. After studying pastry, gaining experience in professional kitchens, and getting married, he tells in an interview about his desire to correct the impression of the "weird food" he cooked in the past, admits he is very competitive - and points out the contestant...

Inspired by the chef's dishes on "MasterChef: Dream Team," we revisited some of his most iconic recipes. From classic shakshuka to his legendary smashed potatoes, these dishes are easy to recreate in your own kitchen.

The pressure in the "MasterChef" kitchen takes its toll - and after a task that paid tribute to Ruthie Broudo, the third contestant to be eliminated from the competition was determined. "I didn't want to be eliminated first. Third is fine," she laughed just before saying goodbye.

The "MasterChef" star and Pilates studio owner, a mother of three, shared a moment of intense anxiety this morning. After receiving a message from her daughter, who was about to board a flight, Gal admitted: "All the anxieties in the world came rushing in. Mothers will understand this feeling."

It was a joke thrown between friends during the shiva for his mother that led Bar Levy to "MasterChef", and since then he has managed to professionalize in a restaurant and cook at every event he was invited to. Now, the young contestant returns to "MasterChef: Dream Team", and he just wants to learn, develop and reach far: "There are people here who have been cooking for twice my age. I enjoy...

In the latest episode of "MasterChef: Dream Team," Gal Kaspers chose to cook grouper, calling it "the most expensive fish in nature." After receiving offers on Instagram to purchase the fish for her, the contestant humorously clarified that she is perfectly capable of providing for herself.

Renowned chef Eyal Shani revealed the surprising story behind his iconic passion for tomatoes: "I had a fever of 41 degrees, I was a poor guy who needed the money."

"Dream Team" brought back some of the most beloved contestants who have ever stepped into the "MasterChef" kitchen, and it seems they have quickly gotten back into the swing of things. At the end of a tense elimination challenge where they were asked to cook inspired by Eyal Shani's fish pasta, this is who ended their journey in the competition.

The beloved chef talks about a difficult shooting day when he suffered from an extremely high fever, and explains why he did not give up on the work despite the health risk and the hallucinations he experienced.

About two months before his audition for "MasterChef", Bar Levi's mother passed away after a battle with a serious illness. Now, back in the kitchen for the "Dream Team" season, Levi shares his feelings: "Mom inspired me to become a cook, and I feel that she is here with me, watching over me."

Aviva Pivko, a veteran contestant from the first season of MasterChef, returns to the kitchen for the new "Dream Team" season. With her signature competitiveness and confidence, she aims to win while showing viewers that she is not as intimidating as she appears.

After capturing the hearts of viewers in the eighth season, Kosta Osadchy received another chance to fulfill his dream and win "MasterChef". Following a tense evening, he ended his journey in the competition, and in an interview with "Morning News" he summarized the experience and shared his thoughts on the judges' critiques.

Manal Ismail was one of the standouts of 'MasterChef', and she managed to realize her talent in a successful pop-up that became a restaurant in central Tel Aviv. Now she returns to the kitchen where it all began, and in an interview with +12 she talks about the desire to close a circle, the path she has taken, and the approach that guides her: 'In any situation, I feel I have won'.

The cooking show returned to the screen about a week ago, and alongside wonderful cooks and appetizing dishes, the dramatic elimination moments also returned. At the end of an elimination task where contestants were asked to cook the dish they absolutely had to have the judges taste before they left, we got the first contestant to leave the competition.

None of the former contestants who arrived at "MasterChef: Dream Team" want to be the first to go home, so the first elimination challenge of the season is the most stressful of all. Tonight, while Eliav Sasson works on the dish he hopes will keep him in the competition, he takes the opportunity to throw a jab at judges Avi Biton and Yuval Ben Neria.

For two weeks, Tair Mordoch felt pain in her jaw and had difficulty breathing, until she arrived at the hospital with a 98% blockage in a heart artery and almost died. After surviving, she realized that one must do exactly what causes stress and butterflies in the stomach - and decided to return to "MasterChef: Dream Team": "Life here is not a dress rehearsal."

Moments before the first elimination on "MasterChef: Dream Team," chef Eyal Shani told in an interview what is special about the contestants who came to compete for the trophy for the second time, shared what has changed in his judging over the years, and addressed the storm he caused among food influencers.

Kosta Osadchy left "MasterChef" during the eighth season when his wife went into labor. Now, after moving to Cyprus with his family, he returns to the project to continue the journey he once had to cut short: "I felt like I was halfway there."

The media personality and TV presenter recently left Channel 14, and in recent days she has been starring in the reality show "MasterChef". However, it has been learned that she is expected to make a surprising comeback and appear simultaneously on Channel 14 as well.

The kitchen of "MasterChef: Dream Team" has opened, and among the 12 contestants returning to the show to chase the victory that previously eluded them is Kosta Osadchy. In recent years, he has undergone a radical transformation, and the 2026 version of Kosta looks completely different from what you remember. How different? See for yourself.

When contestants for whom food is already their profession face them, Eyal Shani and Michal Ansky know that every critique on "MasterChef: Dream Team" requires a bit more thought. In an interview with +12, they talk about the responsibility of judging, explain why the viewers' trust is so important, and also admit that TikTok recipes might intrigue them, but they certainly don't make them fall in...