Michael's MasterChef 2011 Journey

Into the Top 24

Michael receives his Top 24 apron and a big old congratulatory hug from guest Maggie Beer.

Arriving at the Kitchen

It's a beautiful Sydney day as Michael arrives at the MasterChef kitchen ready to try and realise his food dreams.

Team Captaining

Michael receives his Team Captain apron from Craig as they prepare to go head-to-head in the Cronulla Beach Challenge.

Mine Challenge Win

Michael and his Team rejoice after winning the miners' vote in the WA Challenge.

Margaret River Top 2

Michael's stunning goat dish in the Margaret River Invention Test is bested only by Jay's marron.

Meeting Heroes

A speechless Michael meets his food idol Thomas Keller, even if he'd rather forget the dish he cooked.

Dazzling Blumenthal

Heston prepares to sample Michael's shake, which carries very personal memories for its maker.

Farm Challenge Finalist

Michael's performance in the Moran Farm Challenge sees him again narrowly miss a solo win, this time losing out to Billy.

New York Fever

Making a brilliant start to NY Week with his Five Buroughs Challenge performance won Michael an advantage going into the UN Challenge.

NY Masterclass

Michael's NY journey just gets better, as he and Alana are treated to a tour of culinary hot spots in a private Masterclass with George and Gary.

Delighting the Dalai Lama

Another Challenge, another near miss as Michael narrowly gets beaten by Dani in the Dalai Lama Challenge.

Saying Farewell to Hayden

Best buds to the end, Michael is forced to say goodbye to Hayden after ending his MasterChef dreams.

Bush Tucker Masterclass

Michael and Kate get back to nature with a private bush tucker Masterclass coutesy of Mark 'Black' Olive.

Mystery Box Challenge Win

Michael finally samples solo success, making his Mystery Box ingredients sing and winning not only an inclusion in Taste magazine, but a chance to cook for Immunity.

Taste Shoot

Michael stands back and enjoys the experience of a professional photo shoot for what will become his first published recipe.

Weldon vs Ezard

While not quite able to win Immunity, Michael gave guest chef Teage Ezard plenty to think about.

Not Just Another Spring Chicken

Michael takes his first step towards his own cookbook with a winning chicken dish that his home cook Sue cooks perfectly.

Three Hat Quality

Peter Doyle commends Michael on the standout venison dish that could easily have a fixed place on Est.'s menu.

Into the Top 2

Michael goes crazy after Gary announces him as the Three Hat Challenge winner and first contestant into the finale.

MasterChef 2011 Finalist

Looking the part in his chef's whites, Michael resembles every bit the professional chef at the end of a long competition.

Advantage Michael

With a brilliant performance in the Mystery Box round Michael take an early lead on the judges' scorecards.

Finale Invention Test Tasting

Knowing he made a mistake with his leeks and sauce in the Invention Test round, Michael tries to take the feedback on the chin.

Finale Pressure Test Tasting

Having had amazing fun in the Pressure Test round, Michael receives glowing feedback for his Snowman dish.

A Loser to No One

He may not have taken the title, but Michael's achieved and experienced so much he can't possibly be disatisified.

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