Gordon Ramsay’s Food Stars Australia, 17 April 2024, Channel 9, “The Investors Challenge”

In this semi-final episode of Gordon Ramsay’s Food Stars, titled “The Investors Challenge,” culinary titan Gordon Ramsay joins forces with businesswoman Janine Allis to put their brands on the line. The episode, airing on Channel 9 on Wednesday 17 April, pits the entrepreneurs against each other as they develop and pitch original concepts for Boost Juice and Vibrante Bianco wine.

The contestants will be split into teams, reflecting the format of the show, where they are tested on their business skills and challenged to create, market, and sell their products to real customers. The winning team will be safe from elimination, while the losing team will face interrogation by Ramsay, ultimately resulting in the elimination of at least one person.

The series, which first aired on March 26, 2024, sees celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay join forces with Australian business mogul and Boost Juice founder, Janine Allis. Together, they will invest $250,000 in the quest to find Australia’s next food entrepreneur.

“Gordon Ramsay’s Food Stars” follows a group of aspiring food moguls who are challenged to prove their mettle in all aspects of managing a food business. From customer service and marketing to sales, branding, and event management, the contestants will be evaluated by guest judges and curated focus groups. Each week, they will face high-pressure challenges, with the ultimate goal of winning a life-changing investment and mentorship package.

The Australian version has already served up some tantalizing twists and turns. In Episode 3, tennis star Nick Kyrgios made a guest appearance, adding a dash of celebrity spice to the mix.

The series has sparked conversations about Australia’s innovative food and beverage businesses, with Janine Allis praising the country’s unique and grounded ideas. The show also highlights the passion and drive needed to succeed in the industry, with Ramsay emphasizing the importance of passion, focus, and determination in making a business successful.

Gordon Ramsay’s Food Stars airs Wednesday, 17 April 2024, at 7:30 pm on Channel 9.