Erick Jacquin takes a stand on the controversy with Renata Vanzetto: ‘MasterChef is a reference in Brazil’

Erick Jacquin takes a stand on the controversy with Renata Vanzetto: ‘MasterChef is a reference in Brazil’


The judge of “MasterChef Brasil” responds to Renata Vanzetto’s comments on the reality audience and underlines the importance of the program

The French chef Eric Jacquinknown for his role as a judge on the food show MasterChef Brazil”decided to take a stand after the controversy sparked by a statement from the chef Renata Vanzettowho is currently a mentor on the reality show “High level chef”, broadcast by TV Globo. On the occasion of the launch event of the broadcaster’s programming for the year 2026, Vanzetto made a direct comparison between the audience of his program and that of”MasterChef Brazil”, generating controversy among fans and professionals.




At the time, Renata was adamant that her program had achieved superior numbers, stating:

“One of our episodes had more ratings than all the seasons of MasterChef Together.”

This statement quickly had repercussions on social media, dividing opinions and sparking debates among Internet users and food lovers. Many followers of “MasterChef Brazil” came out in defense of the program, highlighting its prestige and cultural relevance, while others questioned the way the comparison was made.

Amidst the hurricane of criticism and discussion, Erick Jacquin preferred a calmer and more thoughtful approach to responding to the situation. In an interview given to the newspaper sheet St. Paulthe chef highlighted the historical importance and impact that the “MasterChef Brasil” has had on the country’s television and gastronomic scene over the years. He states:

“THE MasterChef Today it is the best-known gastronomic program in Brazil. It is natural that Globo cites the MasterChef as your main reference.”

Jacquin emphasized that “MasterChef Brasil” is not just a culinary competition program, but a cultural phenomenon that has increased interest in gastronomy in the country, bringing the public closer to the behind the scenes of professional cuisine and revealing talents that have conquered the gastronomic market.

Additionally, the final season of “MasterChef Brasil”, which aired in September, achieved second place in Band’s ratings, which demonstrates the audience’s strength and affection for the program even after several seasons on air. To complete its success on TV, the official channel of “MasterChef Brasil” on YouTube has over 5.8 million subscribers, further solidifying its digital presence and fan engagement.

This combination of television and digital audiences strengthens the program’s position as one of the leading gastronomic entertainment vehicles in Brazil. For Jacquin, competition between programs is natural, but recognizing the trajectory and influence of “MasterChef“It’s undeniable.

Meanwhile, the “trouble” between the protagonists of the culinary sector highlights the competitiveness of the segment and the desire of each production to conquer its own space and its own audience in an increasingly competitive market.

In any case, the debate has rekindled interest in the gastronomic contents of open TV, demonstrating that the public continues to be attentive and involved in the news and controversies within the culinary universe.

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Source: Terra

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