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MasterChef All-Stars Take the Stage in Sugar Land for a Night of Live Cooking and Competition

Watch MasterChef champions and fan favorites take to the culinary stage in this one-of-a-kind live experience
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Megha McSwain is the Texas Editor for DiningOut Magazine, managing editorial content for Houston and Dallas. Megha was born in Mumbai, India, and currently resides in Houston. She has a passion for reporting on food, restaurants, chefs, and travel, and has contributed to outlets like Food Network, Eater, InsideHook, Resy, Texas Monthly, and Texas Highways throughout her career. As a trusted member of the local media, Megha also appears as a regular guest on local lifestyle television shows, Great Day Houston on KHOU11, and Texas Today on NBC5.
Views of the stage at MasterChef All Stars Live! | Photo by Stephen Cook (TCG Entertainment)
Views of the stage at MasterChef All Stars Live! | Photo by Stephen Cook (TCG Entertainment)

Yes, chef! Houston foodies can prepare for a night of high-stakes flavor and live kitchen drama during MasterChef All-Stars Live!, coming to the Smart Financial Centre in Sugar Land on Friday, October 17.

During its Houston-area stop, the multi-city stage show will give its audience a chance to experience America’s most famous kitchen in an up close and personal way. The live show starts at 7:30 p.m. on Friday night, and brings the excitement and surprise of all that is showcased during the hit TV competition to the stage for a one-of-a-kind theatrical experience.

MasterChef All Stars Live!  | Photo by Stephen Cook (TCG Entertainment)
MasterChef All Stars Live | Photo by Stephen Cook TCG Entertainment

Among the all-stars featured in this Friday’s show are past champions Michael Leonard and Gerron Hurt. Hurt, a Louisville, Kentucky native, earned the coveted Season 9 title by wowing judges Gordon Ramsey, Joe Bastianich, and Aaron Sanchez with his Southern-inspired fare. Leonard, who hails from New Jersey, more recently took home the Season 14 title.

Michael Leonard, Gerron Hurt. Rachel Sanchez and Julio Figueredo onstage at MasterChef All Stars Live!  | Photo by Stephen Cook (TCG Entertainment)
Michael Leonard Gerron Hurt Rachel Sanchez and Julio Figueredo onstage at MasterChef All Stars Live | Photo by Stephen Cook TCG Entertainment

The duo will be joined by fan favorites Rachel Sanchez and Julio Figueredo, aka the Fiery Cooks, who were finalists on Season 15 MasterChef: Dynamic Duos. Sanchez and Figueredo are the first Cuban and Brazilian finalists in the show’s long-running history, and their heritage is proudly shared through their cooking.

During the show, fans will be able to watch the chefs face off in real-time culinary battles, complete with surprise challenges, and create original dishes in real time on stage. Beyond the throws of competition, the chefs will share their insights on what it’s like competing on the show, under the pressure of the celebrity judges, open up the floor for questions, and share tips for at-home cooks.

Rachel Sanchez and Julio Figueredo cook onstage at MasterChef All Stars Live!  | Photo by Stephen Cook (TCG Entertainment)
Rachel Sanchez and Julio Figueredo cook onstage at MasterChef All Stars Live | Photo by Stephen Cook TCG Entertainment

General admission tickets start at $48, but super fans can opt for a VIP package, which includes the opportunity to meet the chefs, take photos, and an exclusive take home keepsake.

General admission and VIP tickets are available at SmartFinancialCentre.net.

Smart Financial Centre at Sugar Land, 18111 Lexington Blvd., Sugar Land, mastercheflivetour.com

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Megha McSwain Texas Editor
Megha McSwain is the Texas Editor for DiningOut Magazine, managing editorial content for Houston and Dallas. Megha was born in Mumbai, India, and currently resides in Houston. She has a passion for reporting on food, restaurants, chefs, and travel, and has contributed to outlets like Food Network, Eater, InsideHook, Resy, Texas Monthly, and Texas Highways throughout her career. As a trusted member of the local media, Megha also appears as a regular guest on local lifestyle television shows, Great Day Houston on KHOU11, and Texas Today on NBC5.

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