Why this image of the 'MasterChef judges' thrilled Aussies
The Back To Win series has seen previous contestants from seasons one to 16 recalled to the kitchen for a second chance at culinary glory.
Channel 10 shook up the format of the tentpole reality TV program in an obvious bid to reel back old fans of the franchise back in for a dose of nostalgia.
On Monday night, longtime viewers were left surprised at the surprise choice of celebrity guest judges.
In previous years, MasterChef Australia has seen the likes of Gordon Ramsay, Nigella Lawson, Katy Perry, King (then Prince) Charles, and even the Dalai Lama lend their star power to the judging panel.
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Brothers Joe and Carlo Salanitri and their friend Andrew Manfre have built a social media following of 4.3million for their hilarious skits about growing up in an Italian-Australian family and appeared on MasterChef as their famous 'Nonna' characters
But in a refreshing move, the all-star line up of MasterChef contestants in 2025 were served up Melbourne comedy trio Sooshi Mango instead.
Brothers Joe and Carlo Salanitri and their friend Andrew Manfre have built a social media following of 4.3million for their hilarious skits about growing up in an Italian-Australian family.
The comedy troupe has gone from strength-to-strength, launching a successful podcast, selling out live comedy tours around Australia, and using their 'gimmick' to charm Melbourne with a traditional Italian restaurant of their own, which they opened in 2023.
Sooshi Mango appeared on MasterChef on Monday night as their 'Nonna' alter egos, to the surprise and delight of viewers at home.
Fans said the Nonnas made 'the best episode so far' and were 'hilarious'.
Sooshi Mango introduced 'Viral Week', where contestants were each delivered a 'Mystery Box' and challenged to put their own spin on a traditional Italian dish.
The nonnas did not hold back.
'Bring the world together. Sometimes the worlds collide and it blow up. I love my Greek brothers and sisters. And I love Ravioli. But together? No way!' one contestant was told.
The nonnas did not hold back in their hearty praise - and criticism - of the contestants' Italian-inspired dishes
'It's called Tiramisu. I think this one's called Tira-mi-stupid,' came another harsh dessert assessment.
'I'm very proud of you because you're Skippy and you make a cannoli like that.'
"Skippy" is a slang term of endearment often used by immigrants to describe Australians of Anglo-descent.
There was plenty of praise for the skit, with many viewers saying they thoroughly enjoyed the lighthearted judging.
'We as an Italian family sat down to watch this episode. We laughed so much as it reminds us of our mother/nonna. Thank you Masterchef for having them on,' one fan said.
'Loved this so much, laughed all the way through,' another added, calling it their 'favourite episode of all time.'
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