A moment of maximum tension took place in the latest episode of MasterChef Celebrity. A strong difference in criteria between Damián Betular and Germán Martitegui was exposed on air and completely changed the atmosphere in the studio.
A dry phrase and a silence that was felt throughout the set made it clear that the judges' panel doesn't always operate in sync. The clash surprised both the contestants and the audience.
The dish that sparked the argument
The tension began during the feedback for La Joaqui. The contestant explained that she had followed a suggestion from Betular by adding sautéed zucchini, although the pastry chef denied having told her to do that.
After tasting the dish, Betular stated: "Something's missing, I can't quite define what, but there is work here". His analysis was measured, although it left doubts about the final execution.
Martitegui was blunt and the atmosphere shifted
The tone changed when Martitegui spoke. He was direct and critical: he pointed out that the dish was disconnected, he questioned the cooking of the vegetables, and he asserted that the kale wasn't crispy.
