On Wednesday, July 14, 2022, FOX’s MasterChef Season 12 returned with a new episode after a one-week hiatus. All-Star contestants from past seasons compete for $250,000 in prize money and the current season’s MasterChef trophy. In the latest show, Gordon Ramsay challenged the contestants to make a vegan meal. Despite their best efforts, Fred Chang, Shelly Flash and Samantha Daily finished in the bottom three. Samantha, the fourth contestant of season 9, was eventually eliminated by the panel of judges. Fans were upset and devastated by her removal.
What do fans think of Samantha Daily’s elimination?
Samantha created a “Stuffed Potato Cake with Mushroom Stuffing and Vegan Sour Cream” in episode 7. Gordon called the meal “very simple”, while Aaron Sanchez claimed it tasted like something out of a “supermarket frozen food aisle”. Samantha’s departure from the 12th season of MasterChef disappointed many. Here are some of their reactions:
All about Samantha’s diary
Samantha Daily made her MasterChef debut in Season 9, finishing in fourth place. She was 20 years old at the time, which made her the second youngest competitor in the season. Samantha spoke to local media about her experience after being eliminated in Season 9. She stated:
“I was in a sorority and always baked and cooked for them.” “I was an avid viewer of the program.”
Samantha continued:
“It was heartbreaking not to make the season finale after coming so close.”
Samantha received her culinary training at the International Culinary Center, where she learned the art of baking, according to her LinkedIn page. She has worked as a pastry chef for years, and is now the general manager of Hot Off The Presses in the Des Moines metropolitan area. When she first appeared on MasterChef, the now 24-year-old was a senior at the University of Kentucky. Over the years she has been in touch with Gordon Ramsay for advice. In the 12th season, she was chosen among the 20 best students out of a total of 40.
MasterChef Season 12 Episode 8 Promotions
MasterChef Season 12 Episode 7 was an intriguing episode where Gordon Ramsay admitted that he enjoys vegan cuisine. The official synopsis for the current episode, Gordon Ramsay Loves Vegans!, read:
“Chef Gordon Ramsay reveals his hidden penchant for meatless, dairy-free food by transforming his famous Beef Wellington into a vegan beetroot dish. Chef Ramsay then challenges the contestants to create the ultimate vegan meal using his understanding of flavors and techniques.”
Aaron Sanchez, Gordon Ramsay and Joe Bastianich were among the judges who voted to evict Samantha Daily. While Samantha was eliminated in the 17th place, the remaining contestants will compete in the next show. Christian Green, Willie Mike, Shelly Flash, Amanda Saab, Fred Chang, Dara Yu, Michael Silverstein, Derrick (Peltz) Fox, Bowen Li and Shanika Patterson are among the top 16 chefs. Emily Hallock, Brandi Mudd, Brielle “Bri” Baker, Gabriel Lewis, Shayne Wells and Tommy Walton will also advance.
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