MasterChef US Season 3 aired June 04 to September 10, 2012 on Fox Network.
There were 18 contestants and the prize for the winner was $250,000, their own cookbook and a MasterChef trophy.
MasterChef US season 3 features MasterChef judges Gordon Ramsay, Graham Elliot and Joe Bastianich testing the culinary skills of amateur chefs from the USA.
They undertake a number of challenges and dishes to prepare, with those failing to impress being sent home.
Anna Rossi was a Pharmaceutical sales rep from Boston, Massachusetts.
She was eliminated in episode 9 due to her under cooked tortellini.
After MasterChef, Anna became a blogger and food writer.
She had her recipes published in the MasterChef cookbook.
She also created recipes for magazines including Cosmopolitan and PRIME.
Anna appeared on Boston morning television as a television cook.
She has done several cookery demonstrations.
Anna was a spokesperson for Olivio.
She was a Private Chef, catering for large clients.
Anna is a host on NBC Boston's The Hub, a daytime television show.
Christine Hà was a student from Houston, Texas.
Christine was the MasterChef Season 3 winner due to her menu in the final.
After MasterChef, Christine Ha published her cookbook, Recipes from My Home Kitchen: Asian and American Comfort Food.
She offered private chef services, is a food blogger and brand ambassador.
Christine co-hosts a cookery programme for those with visual impairments called Four Senses.
She judged MasterChef Vietnam and appeared on further episodes of MasterChef US.
In 2014, she received the Helen Keller Personal Achievement Award.
Christine opened The Blind Goat in Houston in July 2019.
She opened Xin Chao with Tony J. Nguyen in 2020 before leaving in 2023.
In 2023, she opened Stuffed Belly, a drive-thru sandwich shop.
Dave Mack worked in caviar sales and was from Davie, Florida.
He was eliminated in episode 4 after he failed to clean the mushrooms.
After MasterChef, Dave briefly returned to sales and continued to blog for a few years.
Dave became an events chef.
He catered a number of cookery events all over America.
Dave owns private catering company savorhous.
Dave is Director Of Product Development at Tastebuds Foodservice.
David Martinez was an Educational Administrator from Chicago, Illinois.
He was eliminated in episode 16 after a steak cooking challenge.
After MasterChef, David launched a private dining company.
He returned to college to study for a doctorate at Arizona State in Educational finance.
David is currently an Assistant Professor.
Felix Fang was a Food Runner from Hollywood, California.
She was eliminated in episode 15 after her bizarre corn profiteroles failed to impress the judges.
After MasterChef, Felix hosted a web series on Vice.
She was a private chef and catered events.
Felix is currently working as an actress and has had small bit parts in shorts and TV.
Frank Mirando was a Stockbroker from Holbrook, New York.
He was eliminated in episode 18 after losing in a souffle challenge when only his cheese souffle impressed the judges.
After MasterChef, Frank returned to his previous career in Wealth Management.
He still has an interest in cooking, posting content on social media.
Frank has done several charity cookery events.
Frank shares recipes and food photographs on his social media accounts.
Helene Leeds was a Health Coach and former model from Baldwin, Maryland.
She was eliminated in episode 6 after her crab soup failed to impress the judges.
After MasterChef, Helene returned to her previous role as a Health Coach.
Helene is also a life coach.
She also did several cookery event and cookery demonstrations.
Josh Marks was an Army Contract Specialist from Jackson, Mississippi.
He was eliminated in episode 12.
He returned in episode 14 after winning the special episode and was the runner up of MasterChef season 3.
After MasterChef, Josh sadly died by suicide in October 2013 after a battle with mental illness.
He had been involved in a car accident and placed in a psychiatric hold prior to his death.
Josh had received the diagnosis that he was bipolar and was suffering from psychotic episodes.
Mairym Monti Carlo was a Homemaker from Los Angeles, California.
She was eliminated in episode 17 after her White Tuna Sashimi dish fails to impress.
After MasterChef, Mairym became a TV judge on several Food Network shows.
She is a Radio host, food blogger, public speaker, brand spokesperson, voice over actor and charity ambassador.
Mairym is host of Food Network’s Help My Yelp.
It is a show that visits and attempts to rescue restaurants that have received poor Yelp reviews.
Mike Hill was a Contractor from Powder Springs, Georgia.
He was eliminated in episode 10 after his stone baked lobster failed to impress.
After MasterChef, Mike released a range of spice rubs.
Mike has a YouTube channel called Game Table TV.
His channel has videos focusing on hunting, food and they also feature his family.
Michael Chen was a Meteorology student from Austin, Texas.
He was eliminated in episode 5 after putting cheese into his apple pie crust.
After MasterChef, Michael dropped out of college and travelled, gaining experience in kitchens in both Canada and the USA.
He became head chef at The Kessler.
He has continued to travel worldwide sharing delicious food pics on his Insta.
Michael married his partner Robert in July 2019.
Becky Reams was a Food Photographer from Stilwell, Kansas.
She was eliminated in episode 19 after her frog legs dish failed to impress.
After MasterChef, Becky returned to her previous career in food photography.
She opened her own catering / Private Chef company Bang Bang Brunch.
She later stopped using the company name.
Becky is offering personal chef services, event catering and cooking classes.
Ryan Umane was unemployed and from New York City.
He was eliminated in episode 7 after Gordon asked Ryan or Tali to give up their place and he gave up his jacket.
After MasterChef, Ryan launched a catering company called Flavor Elevator Inc.
Ryan is a real estate agent.
Samantha De Silva was a Design Consultant from Miami, Florida.
She was eliminated in episode 4 after her duck dish failed to impress.
After Masterchef, Samantha is Director and Chef of Kintsugi Culinary Retreat.
Samantha is also a restaurant/hospitality consultant.
Scott Little was an Interactive Producer from Annandale, Virginia.
He was eliminated in episode 8 after his strawberry shortcake failed to impress the judges.
After MasterChef, Scott co-owned catering company The Comfortable Dish.
He was a co-owner until 2013.
Scott was a Production Manager at AKQA.
He later became Director of Creative Services at Authentic.
Scott is currently a freelance lead producer.
Stacey Amagrande was a Market Manager from Apple Valley, California.
She was eliminated in episode 13 after her Japanese sampler failed to impress the judges.
After MasterChef, Stacey became Executive Chef at 7th Heaven Cafe.
This closed in October 2015.
She worked at a local farmers market.
She later became Executive Chef at Desert Barn Brewery.
Stacey is currently a private chef for Rainbow Chef Services.
Tali Clavijo was a Musician from Chicago, Illinois.
He was eliminated in episode 11 after his arctic char dish failed to impress.
After MasterChef, Tali continued to cook as an amateur.
He is still a musician.
Tavi was a recruiter for Wag Labs Inc, a tech start up company.
He later joined Lucky Day as their Head of Talent.
Tali is currently working for Edify as a Recruiter.
Tanya Noble was a student from Austin, Texas.
She was eliminated in episode 10 after her dough and garlic were raw in her dish.
After MasterChef, Tanya moved to Australia where she studied cookery and hospitality.
She has worked in several restaurant and events roles.
She was a restaurant consultant.
Tanya is wanting to become a presenter and she has a profile on StarNow.
She is currently a Private chef with a focus on healthy nutrition.
It is so sad to hear that Josh has committed suicide. Rest in peace. My best wishes are with Josh and his family.
ReplyDeleteI'm also sad to hear about Josh. I personally thought he should have won season 3 and checked up on the cast just to make sure he made it big! R.I.P Josh
ReplyDeleteIt is so sad to read about Josh. He had a great personality. Loves watching him cook. Prayers to his family RIP Josh
ReplyDeleteJust finished season 3. I'm so sad to hear of Josh's passing. God bless.
ReplyDeleteJust finished watching this season & im so very sad to hear about Josh’s passing. Prayers to his family.
ReplyDeleteIt's the final 4 contestants of Mssterchef Season 3 showing currently in South Africa... It is absolutely heartbreaking to watch Josh and know that he has sadly passed away. What a talented, sweet young man. Such a loss. Rest in eternal peace Josh xx
ReplyDeleteI am also from SA and the finale ended less that and hour ago, I am shocked by Josh's passing, however I am also happy to see that the others are well and doing what they love.
DeleteSo sad to hear that josh passed away,R.I.P
ReplyDeleteI have been binging on this show with Christine blowing me away with her abilities I really did break my heart to find out that young man took his own life when he seems to be such a wonderful person rest in peace how sad is that
ReplyDeleteI just finished season 3 Christine was amazing. But I honestly cried when I found out about Josh. Seamed like just a really great guy.
ReplyDeleteWhy are so many contestants rude and disrespectful to others? The constant criticism of others is tiresome. I watched some of season 3, but probably won’t watch other seasons. Too much disrespect in this world and this show contributes to it. If the producers are egging them on, all the more reason to not watch it.
ReplyDeleteI, like others, am heartbroken to hear about Josh’s loss to mental illness. I’m proud and grateful to have gotten to know such a resilient young man, even if it was through a screen. Congratulations Christine. You were not just a class act as a chef, you’re also a classy human.
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