MasterChef Australia fans slam the show’s ‘repulsive’ hygiene standards: ‘I thought that was a big no no!’

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MasterChef Australia fans have taken aim at the cooking show’s hygiene standards. 

Attentive spectators have spotted instances in the latest shows where popular characters are donning rings and necklaces as they cook.

A user posted this comment on a Reddit forum: ‘It appears many competitors adorn themselves with jewelry while they cook. I found myself wondering if it’s not considered appropriate in the culinary profession?’

The viewer also took issue with Jamie Fleming and his choice of headwear.

The user mentioned that Fleming, who debuted in 2014 and came back this year for the Return Edition, is just like Jamie in wearing hats.

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‘I’ve been saying this for years,’ added another disappointed viewer.

It’s really off-putting to see someone wearing rings when they are dealing with raw meats like poultry or seafood, or kneading dough.

It seems puzzling to me that it doesn’t matter to them how often they remove their jewelry during cooking, despite the hygiene implications. Couldn’t they please take off their jewelry for safety and cleanliness reasons?

I have included an additional audience member, and I believe maintaining clean, tied-back hairstyles would be more appropriate, with no dangling jewelry or bracelets/rings.

‘Also, shouldn’t people be pulling their hair back?’ said another viewer.

Spectators found it striking to notice contestant Sarah Todd adorned with jewelry, as well as Snezana ‘Snez’ Calic flaunting her long loose hair during the competition.

It seems more appropriate that stray hairs aren’t visible on your face; you might want to pull them back using a hat or similar accessory instead.

Last week, I found myself amidst a stir among MasterChef Australia enthusiasts, as two renowned contestants seemed to breach a long-standing kitchen rule during their episode.

The opportune moment arose during the time when competitors were arranging their dishes for the service immunity test taking place at Melbourne’s Vue De Monde.

While contestant Laura Sharrad was searing some tempting Wagyu steaks, the 29-year-old from Adelaide was observed blowing on her meal, an action that sparked concerned comments from viewers on social media.

One spectator complained, “Why is Laura puffing air onto the steak?” Another chimed in, “Laura, please stop blowing on your food.

Moreover, for added theatrics, it was noticed that Executive Chef Hugh Allen followed the same technique – he cooled down his dish by gently blowing air over it.

They’re okay with you preparing meals just for yourself, but they’re not okay if you plan on serving that food to others.

Another commenter concurred with the criticisms previously made, followed by saying, ‘No one warned Laura not to do it, but here comes Hugh doing the exact same thing.’

‘All that saliva Laura is blowing over those Wagyu cubes,’ said another MasterChef enthusiast.

Most viewers complaining about the ‘food blowing’ saw it as a hygiene risk.

One fan in the discussion commented, “I refuse to eat food that the chef keeps accidentally spoiling. It’s unacceptable that nothing was mentioned to Laura about this, but unfortunately, Hugh also messed up. Disgusting.

Before filming begins for MasterChef Australia in 2024, as shared by contestant Sumeet Saigal, the cast is made aware of the strict hygiene guidelines that will be enforced.

In a conversation with Yahoo Lifestyle last June, I shared that I am consistently informed about hygiene practices and these reminders are a regular part of my life.

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2025-07-30 05:35