MasterChef Australia winner announced after a gripping finale that saw chefs conquer 113 step dessert
Nat Thaipun won MasterChef Australia on Tuesday night in a thrilling final episode.
The Victorian chef emerged as the winner after creating a dessert in 113 steps, with no room for error.
“You had everything on your plate. It looked great. But when we ate it, surprisingly, there were textural errors,” the judges warned her.
But they added: ‘Luckily you made up for that with the taste.’
Nat needed 33 points to beat runner-up Josh ‘Pezza’ Perry and she narrowly crossed the finish line.
She received a 7 out of 10 from all five judges, including guest judge Clare Smyth, and won by two points.
The winner will receive chef training from leading professional chefs, the chance to have their own cookbook published, and $250,000 in cash.
From this week, she will also be serving her signature menu at Alumni Restaurant, Crown Melbourne.
Nat Thaipun (pictured) won MasterChef Australia on Tuesday night in a thrilling final episode
When asked how she was feeling, Nat admitted, “I’m exhausted! I feel so good. This is… This is insane.
‘It feels like a dream, but it’s not. It’s just happening. I just won MasterChef!’
Second-place finisher Pezza was noble in her defeat and was awarded a $40,000 runner-up prize.
“I’m happy. Top two on MasterChef. Biggest cooking show in the world,” said the Tasmanian butcher.
The Victorian chef emerged victorious after mastering a dessert with 113 steps and no room for error
Nat needed 33 points to beat runner-up Josh ‘Pezza’ Perry (left) and she narrowly missed out
She managed to get a 7 out of 10 from all five judges, including guest judge Clare Smyth, which gave her a win by two points.
‘Poh (Ling Yeow) came second, and look what she did! So, if the wife comes with me, maybe we can do something really special, and hopefully you can all come over for dinner sometime.’
Fans of the show were pleased with the outcome and many supported Nat from the start.
“I’m so happy my girl won. Definitely a deserved win!” wrote someone on X.
“Congrats Nat!! Thank you for being the most amazing representation and being a total badass all season!” said another.
‘Oh Nat, I’m so happy it’s you, #MasterChefAU 2024 Winner! You’ve shown so much potential from day one and have been the most consistent chef in the competition. I can’t wait to see what you do next, you amazing woman!’ wrote someone else.