Get ready to cook up a storm: The Taste Master Junior season 2 is here

THE POPULAR cooking competition show for kids, The Taste Master Junior, is back for its second season, and it's bigger and better than ever!

Proudly sponsored by Clover, the show invites talented young chefs and bakers aged 13-17 to showcase their culinary skills and compete for the ultimate junior foodie crown. Whether you're a budding pastry prodigy or a mini master chef in the making, now is your time to shine.

To enter, applicants must complete the form and upload a short video introducing themselves and showcasing their cooking or baking skills using their favourite Clover products. Contestants may also upload up to three images of dishes or bakes they’ve made as an optional extra.

All details, including terms and conditions, can be found on the entry page. But hurry – entries close Friday, June 27 2025.

“Bringing the show back for a second season was a no-brainer,” says Patience Stevens, Managing Director of Cardova Productions. “The response to Season 1 was phenomenal – from viewers, parents, and of course, the contestants themselves. It was inspiring, it was fun, and it showcased an incredible range of young talent. We can’t wait to do it all again!”

The stakes are high, with the winner taking home a cash prize of R200,000 courtesy of Capitec Bank.

"We're absolutely thrilled to be the headline partner of The Taste Master Junior," says Chipo Kamukwamba, Brand Manager at Clover. "This show is a joyful celebration of imagination, flavour, and heart, and we're proud to help bring it to life."

The second season of The Taste Master Junior will premiere on Tuesday, October 7, at 7:30 pm on SABC2. 

Don't miss out on the culinary action!