[s3e1] Auditions #1 May 2026

: Fans and critics often discuss these early audition rounds on sites like Metacritic .

The title "[S3E1] Auditions #1" most commonly refers to the season premieres of competitive reality shows like and The X Factor . MasterChef (U.S.) Season 3, Episode 1 [S3E1] Auditions #1

: Initial auditions for this season took place in cities including Los Angeles and Seattle . : Fans and critics often discuss these early

: Contestants must receive at least two "yes" votes from the three judges to earn a white MasterChef apron and move on to the next round. : Contestants must receive at least two "yes"

This episode aired on , and marked the start of the third season of the singing competition.

: Out of thousands of applicants, the top 100 home cooks are invited to Los Angeles to present their signature dishes.

In this premiere, which aired on , judges Gordon Ramsay, Joe Bastianich, and Graham Elliot begin their nationwide search for the best amateur cook in America.