Alexander
Weiss, a 13-year-old from New York City was the winner of FOX’s cooking
competition series, MasterChef Junior. Alexander walked away with a $100,000 grand prize after being crowned by host/executive producer and judge
Gordon Ramsay and fellow judges Joe Bastianich and Graham Elliot
“There was some pretty stiff
competition, and it was amazing to watch these junior chefs grow each week,”
said Ramsay. “Alexander pulled off complex dishes every week that professionals
would be proud to call their own, and we are extremely impressed by what he has
accomplished.”
“During my journey on MASTERCHEF
JUNIOR, I learned so much from the judges, especially to be more confident in
the kitchen and to be more determined,” said Alexander. “Of course, I will
always remember the moment when I won, but I will also never forget the amazing
time I had with the other contestants and judges. Thank you MASTERCHEF JUNIOR!”
In the finale episode, Alexander competed in a culinary
showdown with Dara Yu, a 12-year-old from Los Angeles, CA. For the final
challenge, Alexander created an impressive, restaurant-quality three-course
meal: an appetizer of Basil Lemon Shrimp with Heirloom Tomato Crostini; a main
course of Pan Seared Veal Chop with Gnocchi and Butter Sauce; and a Cannoli
Napoleon with Mascarpone Cream for dessert. After a very close competition, it
was Alexander’s harmonious flavors, complex techniques and elegant plating that
earned him the MASTERCHEF JUNIOR trophy.
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