The finalists jet across the globe for the trip of a lifetimeto Singapore – a country of six million, brimming withdiverse cuisines and cultures.They start their adventure in oneof the bustling hawker markets – the place to come if youwant to sample the vast array of street food that fuelsSingaporeans daily. The amateurs will need to get over any jetlag sharpish, as John and Gregg are already there, ready withtheir first challenge. Under the guidance of the godfather ofSingapore heritage cuisine, chef Damian D'Silva, they willwork in teams to cook traditional dishes for the people whoknow them best – the locals. Hawker markets form part of thismulticultural society where the cuisine has flourished withfoods from all neighbouring regions, including China, Indiaand Malaysia. The dishes to deliver are complex and can takeyears to master. Are the finalists up to the job? Sizzling woksawait as they attempt to turn out a meal that the hawkerregulars will never forget.After a well-earned sleep, thefinal four will be back on the road as they head to the city'sstunning botanical gardens, the perfect setting for one ofSingapore's most renowned restaurants – Pangium. This is thesecond venture by chef Malcolm Lee, who already has a Michelinstar to his name. Here, he delivers a spectacular high-endmenu that has its roots firmly based in the region's uniqueshared cultural heritage. The finalists will each have thehonour of preparing one of Malcolm's dishes for an exclusivelunchtime service. The pressure is truly on as Malcom's mum andwife will also be popping in for lunch.This whirlwind of a tripdoesn't end there, as there's one more chance to impress.Inspired by their experience so far, the finalists will nowhave the chance to create their own menu. They will host a VIPlunch at the five-star Fullerton Bay Hotel for some of theisland's leading culinary figures, including their mentors,Damian and Malcolm. Will they manage to stamp their ownpersonality on dishes that will wow this illustrious crowd?Noone is leaving yet, but John and Gregg will be watching theirevery move. Soon, they will decide who becomes the nextMasterChef champion.
