MasterChef Contestant Jabs Judges Over Their Intrusive Questions During Elimination Challenge

In the latest episode of MasterChef: Dream Team 2026, contestant Eliav Sasson faced the pressure of the season's first elimination challenge, which contestants dread as no one wants to be the first to leave. While preparing a family recipe, Sasson took a moment to criticize judges Avi Biton and Yuval Ben Neria for their intrusive questioning during the cooking process. "There are no such gossips, why are you coming into my station now?" he remarked when the judges approached to ask about his dish.

Sasson shared that he was making a special dish called "Sabusa," a recipe from his grandmother Fanny, which he described as a favorite for impressing guests. He explained the Moroccan slang term "igz'dru," meaning scratching the face in delight, to Ben Neria, who was unfamiliar with the expression. Sasson also hinted at adding a twist to the traditional recipe but declined to reveal details, saying, "If I tell you everything now, what will you do when you see the dish for the first time? My approach today is to keep the cards close to my chest."

The episode aired on August 26, 2026, on Keshet 12, highlighting the tension and strategic secrecy contestants employ to stay in the competition. The interaction underscored the challenging dynamic between contestants and judges during high-stakes moments in the kitchen.