Taste Master Professional
2026•All•1 Seasons•6 Episodes•Returning Series
Reality
A bold new chapter of the SAFTA award-winning Taste Master has arrived. The Taste Master Professional brings together ten exceptional chefs from across South Africa to compete in the first-ever professional edition of the beloved series. Guided by acclaimed chef Bertus Basson and a panel of renowned guest judges, contestants will face intense culinary challenges as they battle for a prize valued at over R800,000, including a coveted role at the new Taste Master Kitchen and Deli in Paarl. Expect extraordinary talent, bold creativity, and high-stakes competition as South Africa's next culinary star is crowned.
Network
SABC 2
Origin
ZA
Cast
Bertus Basson
Judge
Leigh-Anne Williams
Host
Episodes
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Pointless
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Is It Cake?
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