Sundays 7pm with repeats Saturdays at 4:30pm & Sundays at 3:30pm
EPISODE 1: Limpopo
Join Chef Aren Pollack and Taste Master Professionals winner Chef Messi Karodia as they kick off the Taste Master Mzansi Food Tour in Limpopo! From foraging for wild morogo and exploring traditional flavours with Chef Lucky Masinya to tasting fresh mangos, meeting local artisans and ziplining across breathtaking canyons, it’s a journey packed with flavour and adventure! With spectacular scenery, a dam cruise and a traditional braai, they discover the very best of Limpopo!
Don’t miss the launch of this exciting new addition to The Taste Master Series, Sunday 15 November at 7PM on SABC 2.
We’re thrilled to once again partner with The Taste Master, a show that celebrates imagination, confidence, and the simple joy of food. At Clover, we believe that great meals create connections, and there’s no better way to inspire future chefs than by giving them a platform to shine. Supporting this journey allows us to be part of moments where children discover their creativity, grow their skills, and show that food is about far more than recipes, it’s about passion, family, and fun.”
MEET ALL THE JUNIOR CONTESTANTS
“It is an incredible honour to be part of a platform that inspires young culinary talent. My focus here is not just to judge the final product, but to instil in these juniors the discipline of quality and the courage to find their unique creative voice. The passion they bring to the kitchen today is the foundation of South Africa’s food culture tomorrow.”
MEET THE HOSTS
AREN POLLACK & MESSI KARODIA
Award-winning South African chefs Aren Pollack and Maseehah “Messi” Karodia bring their creativity, culinary expertise and shared passion for South African food to Taste Master Mzansi Food Tour.
A graduate of the prestigious Prue Leith Culinary Institute, Aren has gained international experience in acclaimed kitchens across South Africa and Europe and was named the 2026 Eat Out Rising Star. Messi, winner of Taste Master Professionals 2026, is a talented chef with a background in professional cookery and patisserie, who earned international recognition with a bronze medal at the 2024 World Chefs Global Chefs Challenge in Singapore. Together, they combine fresh perspectives, innovative techniques and a love for local ingredients and flavours as they explore the rich and diverse culinary traditions of South Africa.
23 DECEMBER - DOUBLE EPISODE! THE SEMI-FINALS & GRAND FINALE
THE GRAND FINALE
Don’t miss the grand finale of the Taste Master Junior as the final three young chefs battle it out for the title in an epic festive celebration. Facing their biggest challenge of the competition, they must create the ultimate festive feast to impress the judges, featuring a special musical guest. Who will take home the title of The Taste Master Junior?
Watch The Taste Master Junior grand finale on Tuesday 23 December at 8:30 PM on SABC2 with repeats Wednesdays at 1 PM and Sundays at 4 PM.
“We’re excited to be part of this season of The Taste Master. At Food Lover’s Market, we want every customer to have a great shopping experience - one that inspires creativity in the kitchen by offering fantastic value, and a wide range of fresh and grocery ingredients. Whether a home cook or a TV contestant, we’re proud that we can offer everything our customers need to make a meal delicious and affordable.”
COMPETITIONS
COMPETITIONS
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I’m so excited to be guiding a new generation of culinary talent. This season is not just about skills—it’s about storytelling through food. We have incredible contestants, amazing guest judges, and challenges that will truly push creativity to the edge.
For Season 5 I will be looking for contestants to incorporate their personalities into their bakes and showcase their baking skills.
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