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Thirteen students share their recipes with the master, chef Rex Morgan, and then serve them up for their closest and dearest to critique.
Darlene's event is a land hui in Waikaremoana. She wants Rex to show her how to get unique tastes. Tonight’s menu includes beer battered trout with a Kimchi and Sweet Chilli sauce, and a berry tart.
FINAL: Belinda gets Rex to teach her about presentation, flavours and tastes in time for catering her friend’s wedding. Spiced rubbed lamb rump and chocolate brownie are on the menu tonight.
Ngatiira says her mum was a caterer, famous for her outstanding kai. Ngatiira would like to make her whānau and community proud with Rex’s help. Tonight: Salmon ceviche and pavlova with a twist.
Trudy wants to surprise her sister with a birthday dinner with a healthy twist to stop bad habits. Rex and Trudy prepare teriyaki chicken, cabbage salad and pulled pork with fry bread sandwiches.
Darlene's event is a land hui in Waikaremoana. She wants Rex to show her how to get unique tastes. Tonight’s menu includes beer battered trout with a Kimchi and Sweet Chilli sauce, and a berry tart.
Chad would love to gain more skills so he can cook for his family and friends. Rex helps prepare a crayfish bisque with handmade pasta and a side salad with a lemon and raspberry dressing.
Teresa is training to become a Chef and she wants to create something different and joyful. Tonight Rex and Teresa make pumpkin soup with a curry swirl and a deconstructed lemon curd cheesecake.
Katarina is always doing fundraisers with kai and her aim is to do another with a hāngī. Mince balls, stuffing with horopito butter and steamed pudding are the highlights.
T has always had a passion for cooking and would love to create something tasty out of nothing. With Rex’s help, he is preparing chicken Crostini, porchetta and tiramisu.
Makere has a 40th birthday dinner coming up and is looking for some easy finger food for 100 guests. Venison baguettes, meat patties with family recipe chutney and paua fritters are on the menu.
Mark is going to prepare a whānau birthday dinner for his brother and hopes that Rex will help him with a seafood dish. Tonight they prepare seafood fritters, whole baked fish and chocolate mousse.
Jennifer wants to prepare a meal for the homeless and learn about healthy meals on a tight budget. Rex’s menu includes venison stew, buttered cabbage and fry bread with caramelised pears.
Marie's son has a 14th birthday coming up but she isn’t confident in the kitchen. Rex has an idea to spice up stir-fry Prawns, roast beef and chocolate cake.
