Radio Times: Review by:; Emma Sturgess

One of the main conundrums of Celebrity MasterChef is what the contenders talk about back stage with John and Gregg. Are there debates about agents’ fees and champagne, because they’re all celebrities, or is it about butter sauces and seasonal vegetables? They’re probably too exhausted to say anything.

Tonight’s the final, and the last three have been through the culinary equivalent of hell and high water in the run-up. Working in the catering truck on the set of New Tricks, making their version of the brilliant pastry chef Claire Clark’s two-tiered chocolate celebration cake, and getting to grips with French chef Alexis Gauthier’s bewildering methods to cook for a glittering chef’s table has led them here. They have two hours to produce their best three-course meal, before one is given the title. The book deal and cookery show are optional, but likely.

About this programme

30/30. The three finalists have one last chance to impress John Torode and Gregg Wallace by preparing a three-course meal of their own creation, showcasing what type of cook they have become. The judges offer their final thoughts on the contestants' efforts and the progress they have made - before revealing the name of the winner.