MasterChef Junior Season 8 has a premiere date

The kids are back in the kitchen and MasterChef Junior Season 8 finally has a premiere date. Even though Gordon Ramsay has been filling hours of FOX television programming, many people love watching the kids take over the kitchen. Mark the calendar for March 17 because a new group of kid cooks look to impress.

Many people enjoy watching MasterChef Junior because it blends great cooking with laughs. Who hasn’t chuckled when Gordon Ramsay has food dumped on his head? But, the show is rooted in strong cooking techniques. By the finale, the impeccable dishes from the young cooks are worthy of every superlative comment.

For MasterChef Junior Season 8, a new judge joins the kitchen. While Aaron Sanchez returns, Daphne Oz rounds out the trio. As a mother, she might add a nurturing perspective to the show. Then again, she is not afraid to tell it like it is. Anyone who remembers her from The Chew appreciates that she can hold her own in the kitchen.

Looking at this trio of judges, the spirited banter and positive environment for the competition should be clear. Even though many people turn Gordon’s phrases into legendary internet memes, this FOX show has a kinder, gentler Gordon.

Still, these younger cooks cannot present a bowl of buttered noodles and call it a day. There might be more laughs in the kitchen, but everyone needs to present their best dishes. Bland and boring does not make a champion.

MasterChef Junior is one of the food television shows that appeals to a broad audience. Even though that TGIF programming might just live on in the memories of the parents, there is something to be said about families having a common interest.

More details will be coming on MasterChef Junior Season 8. Until then, be sure to watch Next Level Chef on FOX or try to recreate that Next Level Burger. Maybe burger night could reveal a candidate for MasterChef Junior Season 9.