MasterChef Australia judges smile for the cameras while filming in Melbourne... ahead of much-awaited 2024 season launch show
The new MasterChef Australia judges appeared in jovial spirits as they filmed scenes for the 2024 series in Middle Park, Melbourne.
As excitement gears up for the season 16 premiere, newly-released photographs have given a behind-the-scenes look into filming for the cooking competition.
The 2024 series, which kicks off on Monday at 7.30pm, will see Andy Allen return as judge alongside some new faces in a panel shake-up.
Pictures have shown the four new judges filming scenes for the Ten show in February, along with an array of the contestants vying to be crowned 2024 winner.
The new MasterChef Australia judges appeared in jovial spirits as they filmed scenes for the 2024 series in Middle Park, Melbourne (pictured)
As excitement gears up for the season 16 premiere, newly-released photographs have given a glimpse into filming for the cooking competition (pictured: Poh Ling Yeow and Sofia Levin)
Andy Allen will be joined on the judging panel by French chef Jean-Christophe Novelli, Melbourne-based food critic Sofia Levin, and MasterChef season one star Poh Ling Yeow
For filming, Malaysian-Australian chef Poh, 50, cut a glamorous figure in a stunning red tiered gown with ruffled sleeves.
She gave herself a few extra inches in a pair of platform heels and accessorised with chunky gold earrings to complete her look.
Sofia looked equally elegant in a one-shouldered peach dress with a daring side split, which she styled with a pair of translucent heels.
Meanwhile, food critic Andy, 35, looked dapper in a grey suit and a white shirt, which he paired with white trainers.
Restauranteur Jean-Christophe, 63, also cut a suave figure in a black suit as he joined his fellow judges on the outdoor set.
Pictures have shown the four new judges filming scenes for the Ten show in February, along with an array of the contestants vying to be crowned 2024 winner (Poh is pictured)
For filming, Sofia looked elegant in a one-shouldered peach dress with a daring side split, which she styled with a pair of translucent heels
Malaysian-Australian chef Poh, 50, cut a glamorous figure in a stunning red tiered gown with ruffled sleeves
Poh pulled out all the stops with her glamorous look as they filmed scenes which were recently shown in the 2024 season trailer
Poh was seen avidly chatting to one contestant vying for the 2024 crown as they filmed the launch scenes
The group were seen smiling for photographs with contestants and fans as filming got underway in the park, in scenes which aired in the 2024 trailer.
The judges made their debut in the trailer, showing them dressed up in their sophisticated garments as they strutted their stuff through the park.
They were seen grinning with delight as they sampled tasty treats from various food trucks set up around the park, ran by the MasterChef 2024 contestants.
The three new judges all shared their excitement over joining the MasterChef family alongside returning judge Andy as they got ready for the competition.
'Masterchef absolutely changed my life, being here now in a new capacity as judge feels like a beautiful full circle moment,' Poh said.
All four judges were seen trying out an array of food prepared by the contestants as they got ready for a big lunch party in the park
They were seen grinning with delight as they sampled tasty treats from various food trucks set up around the park, ran by the MasterChef 2024 contestants
Sofia was seen grinning from ear to ear as she chatted to Andy while trying out a tasty meal in the launch scenes
Twenty-two contestants (pictured) are set to take to the screen on Monday to compete for the coveted title and the $250,000 cash prize
While Sofia said that 'joining this family, this community of food lovers is a sheer delight and privilege'.
'Around the globe when people speak of great cooking show they speak of Masterchef Australia and to be part of this is both surreal and humbling,' ean-Christophe added.
Andy went on to tease that the upcoming series is all about 'passion, giving it everything you’ve got, putting it all on your plate and creating extraordinary food'.
Celebrity chef and restaurateur Jamie Oliver is also set to join the 2024 series as a guest judge for a handful of episodes in an exciting twist.
His two-week stint on the coming season will be the longest appearance by any guest judge in the show's 14-year history.
Food critic Andy, 35, looked dapper in a grey suit and a white shirt, which he paired with white trainers
Poh slicked her brunette locks back into a tight ponytail and opted for a high-glamour make-up palette as she made her judging debut alongside returning judge Andy
Andy is the only returning judge on this series of MasterChef as he is joined by three fresh faces in a show shake-up
Poh and Sofia were seen filming scenes next to a bright yellow van branded with the MasterChef logo
Poh made sure to capture attention in her vibrant red gown as she walked around the park and inspected the dishes prepared
Andy and Poh appeared deep in conversation as they put their judging hats on for the competition
Poh has replaced Melissa Leong on the 2024 series of MasterChef in a major shake-up as the former judge plans to focus on her show Dessert Masters instead
Sofia, Andy, Poh and Jean-Christophe are all set to prove themselves the ultimate judging team on the 2024 season of MasterChef, while Jamie Oliver will also appear as a guest judge
Ten have teased a mysterious 'priceless prize' for the lucky winner as they will be given as yet-unnamed opportunity of a lifetime (the 22 contestants are pictured)
Jamie first appeared as a guest judge on MasterChef during season four back in 2012.
Poh has replaced Melissa Leong on the 2024 series of MasterChef in a major shake-up as the former judge plans to focus on her show Dessert Masters instead.
Twenty-two contestants are set to take to the screen on Monday to compete for the coveted title and the $250,000 cash prize.
Ten have also teased a mysterious 'priceless prize' for the lucky winner as they will be given as yet-unnamed opportunity of a lifetime.
MasterChef Australia premieres Monday, 22 April at 7:30pm on 10 and 10 Play.