Celebrity Masterchef and the International Food Festival

Whether you’re a passionate home cook or a future hospitality professional, 2025 is packed with opportunities to ignite your culinary journey. From high-profile cooking competitions to world-class food festivals, now is the perfect time to explore what Australia’s food scene has to offer.

MasterChef Australia 2025: Back to Win

MasterChef Australia has returned for its 17th season, Back to Win, bringing together 24 returning contestants ready to prove their skills and creativity. The competition includes a $250,000 prize and a chance for redemption. It’s airing now on Channel 10 and 10 Play.

This season’s judging panel features:

• Andy Allen
• Poh Ling-Yeow
• Jean-Christophe Novelli
• Sofia Levin

Guest chef appearances include culinary legends like Gordon Ramsay, Maggie Beer, Curtis Stone, Peter Gilmore, and Kirsten Tibballs.

More info: MasterChef 2025 cast and episodes.

Foodie Festivals to Add to Your Calendar

Good Food & Wine Show (Sydney)

📍 ICC Sydney | 🗓️ 20–22 June 2025

Australia’s top food and beverage show returns with tastings, live cooking demos, and exclusive wine masterclasses.

Learn more

Vivid Sydney – Vivid Food Program

📍 Various venues | 🗓️ 23 May – 14 June 2025

As part of the Vivid Sydney light and culture festival, food lovers can explore curated events like Vivid Fire Kitchen and exclusive dinners hosted by culinary icons like Nigella Lawson.

Discover the Vivid Food lineup

Fine Food Australia

📍 ICC Sydney | 🗓️ 8–11 September 2025

This leading trade event is designed for food professionals. Expect innovation showcases, product demos, and networking opportunities across foodservice, retail, and hospitality sectors.

View event details

Want to Turn Your Passion for Food into a Career?

Many MasterChef alumni and food festival attendees go on to launch successful culinary careers—and you can too. Formal training helps turn passion into profession.

Check out our range of culinary and hospitality courses to get started.

Whether you’re dreaming of running a restaurant, becoming a food stylist, or creating content for digital food media, now’s the time to take that first step.