Last week’s MasterChef Malta season premiere saw the first six chefs claim their coveted white aprons.

But in tonight’s episode, the competition cranked up a notch as the remaining contestants battled it out for the last six aprons — and, boy, did it deliver!

One of the most unforgettable moments of the night had to be Caroline’s rebellious streak. Despite the timer hitting zero, she boldly kept working on her dish, refusing to stop.

Determined to present a fully completed plate, Caroline pushed ahead, ignoring the judges’ final call. However, her stubbornness backfired big time, as her dish wasn’t even tasted by the judges. They all agreed that breaking the rules was a step too far and was a sign of disrespect in the kitchen.

With the drama behind us, the audition phase wrapped up, and the 12 talented chefs who now hold those iconic aprons are ready to face the heat in the kitchen.