The second season of the British competitive cooking competition show, My Kitchen Rules was derived from the Australian-show of the same name My Kitchen Rules. It premiered on 3 October 2016. Ami & Nicola of Scotland won the tournament.
Format changes Judges - This season had two new regular judges, a Michelin-starred chef Michael Caines and food critic and writer Prue Leith. Elimination Cook-Offs had guest judges. Rules - This season, the rules changed slightly. Instant Restaurant Round - The format included a time limit and a one point deductions for going the allotted time. The teams had: seven hours (preparation (with the exception of pre-preparation resulting in a deduction of an hour)), 45 minutes (starter), one hour (mains), 45 minutes (dessert)
Teams Region Members Relationship StatusGlasgow, ScotlandAmi & Nicola Glasgow Gals Edinburgh, ScotlandHugh & Ste The Geeks Edinburgh, ScotlandRebecca & NansaiHousemates Eliminated (Round 5)Edinburgh, ScotlandPaula & DavidHearty Hebrideans Eliminated (Instant Restaurants)Wakefield, YorkshireSimon & LindaMam 'n' Son Eliminated (Semi Finals)North Allerton, Yorkshire Angela & RobHunter Gatherers Eliminated (Instant Restaurants)Huddersfield Razan & RedaSyrian Siblings Eliminated (Round 7)Harrogate, North Yorkshire Anna & FayeHealthy Mummies Eliminated (Round 7)Lasham, Hampshire Catherine & DebbieLadies of the Village Eliminated (Runner-up)Bournemouth Sarah & RamjanBollywood Spice Eliminated (Instant Restaurants)Plymouth Ben & DanBarbecue Buddies Eliminated (Round 5)Somerset Beverley & SarahCountry Couple Eliminated (Round 3)Cambrian, Newport, Wales Laura & LouisFoodie Fiancés Eliminated (Semi Finals)Birmingham Thuy & Thu Inseparable Sisters Eliminated (Instant Restaurants)Chesterfield, Derbyshire Raechel & AndyMedical Mates Eliminated (Round 6)Nottingham Karen & AlexNottingham Newlyweds Eliminated (Round 4)
Elimination history + Teams' Competition ProgressRound: 1-456789Teams: Progress Glasgow, Scotland Ami & Nicola4th(60)SafeSafeSafeThrough to Grand FinalChampions Lasham Catherine & Debbie1st(77) ImmuneSafeSafeThrough to Grand FinalRunners-up Wakefield Simon & Linda2nd(61)SafeSafeSafeEliminated(52) Huddersfield Razan & Reda3rd(60)SafeSafeEliminated(19) Chesterfield Raechel & Andy2nd(71)SafeEliminated(38) Cambrian, WalesLaura & Louis2nd(62)SafeSafeSafeEliminated(54) HarrogateAnna & Faye1st(63)SafeSafeEliminated(17) PlymouthBen & Dan3rd(48)SafeEliminated(31) Edinburgh, ScotlandRebecca & Nansai3rd(54)Eliminated(30) NottinghamKaren & AlexElimination Cook-Off(25) BirminghamThuy & Thu4th(58) SomersetBeverley & SarahElimination Cook-Off(30) SomersetAngela & Rob4th((30) BournemouthSarah & Ramjan4th((42) Edinburgh, Scotland Hugh & SteElimination Cook-Off(39) Edinburgh, Scotland Paula & David4th(49)
Competition details Instant Restaurants During the Instant Restaurant rounds, each team hosts a three-course dinner for judges and fellow teams. They are scored and ranked among their group and judges, with the lowest scoring team being eliminated. Round 1 Episodes 1 to 4 Airdate – 3 to 6 Octoberhttps://thetvdb.com/series/my-kitchen-rules-uk/allseasons/official Description – The first of the instant restaurant groups are introduced into the competition in Round 1, in Scotland. The lowest scoring team at the end of this round is eliminated.
+ Instant Restaurant Summary Group 1Team and Episode DetailsGuest ScoresMichael's ScoresPrue's ScoresTotalRankResultA&NH&SR&NP&DStarter Main DessertStarter Main Dessert Ami & Nikola — 7 7 6 6 7 6 6 5 5 55 2nd Through to Elimination Cook-Off Ep 1 3 October Two Hungry Weegies Dishes Starter Curried Langoustine Soup with Homemade Seeded Bread Main Slow Roasted Pork Belly with Crispy Crackling Cider Gravy, Parmentier Potatoes and Purple Sprouting Broccoli Dessert Millionaire Shortcake Hugh & Ste 5 — 5 5 5 6 4 5 7 8 50 3rd Through to Elimination Cook-Off Ep 2 4 October The Time Machine Dishes StarterHaggis Rissoles with Chicken Skin Crisps and Onion Chutney MainPheasant Breast on Cream Leeks with Crispy Pork and Rumbledthumps DessertBorder Tart with Condensed Milk Ice Cream Rebecca & Nansai 7 8 — 8 6 7 7 7 6 8 64 1st Safe Ep 3 5 October The Bonnie Tropicana Dishes Starter Haggis Tropicana with Coconut Rice, Plantain and Mint Sauce Main Ashanti Chicken with Jollof Rice and Spinach Sauce Dessert Mango and Raspberry Cranachan with Puff Puffs and Sweet Pepper Dipping Sauce Paula & David 4 6 5 — 5 7 4 5 7 6 49 4th Eliiminated Ep 4 6 October The Gaelic Coast Dishes Starter Pulled Herring with Dulse Bread, Homemade Butter and Hebridean Salts Main Slow Roasted Lamb with Buttery Polenta, Warm Carrot Salad and Kale Pesto DessertChocolate Teacake with Hebridean Sea Salt Caramel Sauce
Elimination Cook-Off Episode 5 Airdate – 7 October Description – Ami & Nikola and Hugh & Ste were set for an Elimination Cook-Off after their performance in the previous round. They had to use scallops as the hero of their dish in 45 minutes and were judged blind by Jimmy. For the next challenge, the teams had to cook their signature dish in 90 minutes.
+ Instant Restaurant Summary Group 1Team and Episode DetailsMichael's ScoresPrue's ScoresJimmy's ScoresTotalResultScallop-based Signature Scallop-based Signature Scallop-based Signature Hugh & Ste 6 5 8 6 7 7 39 Eliminated Dishes Scallop-basedScallops and Bacon with a Pickled Cucumber and Radish Salad SignatureCurried Lamb Chops with Spinach Pancakes, Brinjal Bhaji and Lemon Rice Ami & Nikola 7 6 8 8 8 8 45 Through to next round Dishes Scallop-based Oriental Scallop Broth Signature Scottish Summer Lamb with Lamb Bonbons, Asparagus Spears and Broad Beans, Parmentier Potatoes and Lamb Jus
Round 2 Episodes 6 to 9 Airdate – 10 to 13 Octoberhttps://thetvdb.com/series/my-kitchen-rules-uk/allseasons/official Description – The second of the instant restaurant groups were introduced into the competition in Round 2, in the north of England. The lowest scoring team at the end of this round is eliminated.
+ Instant Restaurant Summary Group 1Team and Episode DetailsGuest ScoresMichael's ScoresPrue's ScoresTotalRankResultS&LA&RR&RA&FStarter Main DessertStarter Main Dessert Simon & Linda — 7 7 7 6 6 7 7 7 7 61 2nd Through to Elimination Cook-Off Ep 6 10 October Proper Yorkshire Dishes Starter Yorkshire Tea Smoked Potted Trout with Traditional Yorkshire Oatcakes and Samphire Main Fillet Steak and Beef Shin with Yorkshire Pudding, Horseradish Mash, Roasted Vegetables and Real Ale Reduction Dessert Yorkshire Parkin and Forced Rhubarb Celebration with Proper Custard Angela & Rob 6 — 7 7 5 7 5 7 8 7 59 4th Eliminated Ep 7 11 October Natural Bounty** Dishes StarterRoe Deer Carpaccio with Panzanella Salad MainWater Bathed Wood Pigeon with Crushed Peas and Ransom Pesto, Baby Turnips, Lentils and a Red Wine Jus DessertLocal Honey Parfait with Olive Oil and Fresh Fruit Razan & Reda 7 7 — 7 6 5 7 8 6 7 60 3rd Through to Elimination Cook-Off Ep 8 12 October Shahrazan - Arabian Night Dishes Starter Portobello Mushroom Stuffed with Halloumi, Baba Ghanouj , Muhammara and Flat Breads Main Kabab Karaz Smoked Lamb and Almond Meatballs with Sour Cherry Sauce, Burghul Wheat and Fattoush Salad Dessert Katayef Asafiri Arabic Pancakes with Curd Cheese, Pistachios and Rosewater Syrup Anna & Faye 7 8 5 — 7 6 8 6 7 9 63 1st Safe Ep 9 13 October Provincial Kitchen Dishes Starter Local Goat's Cheese Garden Salad with Balsamic Reduction Main Pan Fried Local Seabass with Crispy Kale, Tomato Caper and Olive Reduction and a Pea Puree and Thyme DessertSalted Caramel Chocolate Tart with Mango and Passionfruit Frozen Yoghurt
Elimination Cook-Off Episode 10 Airdate – 14 October Description – Linda & Simon and Razan & Reda were set for an Elimination Cook-Off after their performance in the previous round. They had to use gooseberries as the hero of a savory starter dish in 45 minutes and were judged blind by Frances. For the next challenge, the teams had to cook their signature dish in 90 minutes and were again judged blind by Frances.
+ Instant Restaurant Summary Group 1Team and Episode DetailsMichael's ScoresPrue's ScoresFrances's ScoresTotalResultGooseberries-based Signature Gooseberries-based Signature Gooseberries-based Signature Linda & Simon 4 4 5 5 6 7 31 Through to next round Dishes Gooseberries-based Gooseberry Asparagus and Yorkshire Cheese Mille Feuille with Heritage Tomato Salad SignaturePan Fried Cod with Fried New Potatoes, Tomato Salsa, Pea Puree and G&T Scraps Razan & Reda 6 5 4 4 6 5 30 Eliminated Dishes Gooseberries-basedGooseberry Garlic Prawns with Gooseberry Couscous SignatureMakhloubeh Bzenjan with Rocket and Parmesan Salad
Round 3 Episodes 11 to 14 Airdate – 18 to 21 Octoberhttps://thetvdb.com/series/my-kitchen-rules-uk/allseasons/official Description – The third of the instant restaurant groups were introduced into the competition in Round 3, in the south of England. The lowest scoring team at the end of this round is eliminated.
+ Instant Restaurant Summary Group 1Team and Episode DetailsGuest ScoresMichael's ScoresPrue's ScoresTotalRankResultC&BS&RB&DB&SStarter Main DessertStarter Main Dessert Catherine & Debbie — 5 7 5 6 7 8 7 7 7 59 1st Safe Ep 11 18 October Persuasion Dishes Starter Hampshire Watercress Soup with Poached Egg and Wild Garlic Oil Main Fillet of Venison with Juniper and Redcurrant Sauce, Celeriac and Potato Gratin and Braised Red Cabbage and Tenderstems Dessert Roasted Rhubarb with Potted Custard Ginger Crumble and Candied Orange Sarah & Ramjan 3 — 4 3 5 6 4 6 7 4 42 4th Eliminated Ep 12 19 October Bollywood in Bournemouth Dishes StarterKeema Capsicum with Mint Sauce and Homemade Garlic Naan Bread MainBhunna Spiced Poussin Stuffed with Quail Eggs with Jeera Butternut Crushed Squash, Saffron Pilau Rice and Poppadom DessertCassava Cake with Strawberry Coulis and Cassava Crisp Ben & Dan 6 2 — 7 6 7 4 5 7 8 48 3rd Through to Elimination Cook-Off Ep 13 20 October The Southern Smoke Dishes Starter Smoked Eggs Twice: Scotch Egg and Devilled Egg with Grilled Asparagus on a Bed of Watercress South Carolina Sauce Main Reverse Seared Tri-Tip Steak Finished Dirty with Hasselback Potatoes, Char Smoked Vegetables and Chimichurri* Dessert Pineapple Upside Down Cake with Homemade Bourbon Vanilla Pod Ice Cream Beverley & Sarah 6 2 5 — 5 6 8 7 7 8 54 2nd Through to Elimination Cook-Off Ep 14 21 October Provenance Dishes Starter Nettle Soufflé with Caerphilly Cheese and Lamb's Lettuce Main Berrow Lamb with Spelt Tabbouleh Spiced Slaw and Cauliflower DessertSteamed Seville Orange Pudding with Basil Ice Cream
Elimination Cook-Off Episode 15 Airdate – 22 October Description – Ben & Dan and Beverley & Sarah were set for an Elimination Cook-Off after their performance in the previous round. They had to use Bath blue cheese as the hero of a starter dish in 45 minutes and were judged blind by Frances. For the next challenge, the teams had to cook their signature dish in 90 minutes.
+ Instant Restaurant Summary Group 1Team and Episode DetailsMichael's ScoresPrue's ScoresAllegra's ScoresTotalResultBath blue cheese-based Signature Bath blue cheese-based Signature Bath blue cheese-based Signature Ben & Dan 6 6 6 5 7 6 31 Through to next round Dishes Gooseberries-based Bath Blue and Caramelised Onion Filo Tart with Pickled Beetroot and Radish Salad SignatureLollipop Chicken with Pulled Chicken, Jalapeño Cornbread and Mango Chilli Salsa Beverley & Sarah 4 3 3 6 7 7 30 Eliminated Dishes Gooseberries-basedApple and Bath Blue Cheese Remoulade with Herb Beignet SignatureRoast Brill with English Marsh Samphire and Cockle Veloute
Round 4 Episodes 16 to 19 Airdate – 24 to 27 Octoberhttps://thetvdb.com/series/my-kitchen-rules-uk/allseasons/official Description – The fourth of the instant restaurant groups were introduced into the competition in Round 4, in the Midland of England and Wales. The lowest scoring team at the end of this round is eliminated.