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WA contestants Mike and Pete were eliminated in the My Kitchen Rules 2024 semifinal, losing a three-course cook-off to Simone and Viviana. The Italian friends claimed the remaining grand-final place and went on to win the season.
How the 2024 semifinal was decided
The semifinal was an Italian-team showdown for the last place in the grand final. Sky’s season 14 episode guide identifies episode 23 as the semifinal and episode 24 as the grand final: Sky’s season 14 episode guide.
PerthNow reported on 18 November 2024 that the teams faced a three-course cook-off. The judging comments on Mike and Pete’s menu pointed to problems across the meal, while Simone and Viviana received praise for a standout dessert.
Mike and Pete’s three-course menu
| Course | Dish | Reported judging comments |
|---|---|---|
| Entrée | Salmon tartare with balsamic pearls and crostini | Judges Manu Feildel and Colin Fassnidge had reservations about elements of the dish. |
| Main | Crumbed scotch fillet with mashed potato and pickled cabbage | The judges said it lacked seasoning and had a thick crumb. |
| Dessert | Ruby chocolate tart with strawberry ice cream | The pastry was criticized as too thick. |
The PerthNow report also singled out Simone and Viviana’s rum baba with Chantilly cream. Colin Fassnidge called it “a lesson in baked goods.” PerthNow’s semifinal report, published 18 November 2024.
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Mike and Pete leave; Simone and Viviana advance
After the elimination, Pete said, “We’ve enjoyed almost every moment. It’s been a wild, wild ride!” Mike added, “It’s back to reality. I’m really proud of you, Pete.” Both remarks were reported by PerthNow.
Before the result, Viviana described reaching the semifinal with her best friend as “the best experience of my life no matter how this goes.” After advancing, she said, “It feels unreal. Honestly, I cannot believe that we are Grand Finalists!” Simone said, “We have worked very hard for it. I am very proud of us.” These are the contestants’ remarks as quoted in PerthNow’s report.
Who Simone and Viviana faced in the final
PerthNow’s preview said Simone and Viviana would meet Caz and Fergus in the following night’s grand final, with Julie Goodwin joining Manu Feildel and Colin Fassnidge as guest judge. The preview reported a $100,000 prize. Seven Network later confirmed Simone and Viviana won the 2024 season: Seven Network’s 20 November 2024 release.
Independent reader supportYour contribution helps us test, update, and keep practical guides available for everyone.Seven Network’s reported audience figures
In its 20 November 2024 release, Seven Network reported that the 2024 season reached 9.8 million people. For the grand final, the broadcaster reported a reach of 1.85 million, an average audience of 1.13 million, and more than 116,900 7plus viewers. These are figures published by the broadcaster, not independently verified measurements in the source cited here.
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