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There’s an art to approaching dishes most people would kill for with the sort of trepidation ordinarily reserved for something your pet laid out on the kitchen floor, and — *chef's kiss* — Gordon Ramsay and Joe Bastianich have perfected it. For S16, however, they might allow voice of reason Tiffany Derry to do more of the talking, because it's not just the contestants on the chopping block, but their ancestors too.
Here's how you can watch "MasterChef" season 16 from anywhere with a VPN — and potentially for free.
"MasterChef" season 16 premieres on Wednesday, April 15 at 8 p.m. ET/PT in the U.S. and Canada.
• U.S. — FOX via Sling TV
• FREE STREAM — CTV (Canada)
• Watch anywhere — try Surfshark risk-free
With the absurdity that is the 2026 World Cup fast approaching, global flavors have been sprinkled liberally over the usual format in the guise of an all-encompassing 'Global Gauntlet' theme, which Gordon has likened to a penalty shootout, only with a shorter walk, narrower margin for error and fewer histrionics.
The home cooks hoping to land the title of “MasterChef” and the $250,000 jackpot, along with the book and TV deals that come with them, will draw from their heritage throughout the competition, starting with eight-person heats loosely grouped by cuisine: Asia-Pacific, Europe, Africa and the Americas.
To go all the way they'll need talent, vision and execution, but also the ability to think on their feet for the judges' challenges, which can include mystery ingredients and team showdowns, and very thick skin for when Gordon inevitably loses it over a spear of asparagus poached for 10 seconds too long.
Read on as we explain how to watch "MasterChef" season 16 online from anywhere.
Watch 'MasterChef' season 16 for FREE
You can watch "MasterChef" S16 free-of-charge on CTV in Canada. You don't even need to register.
Episodes hit the platform each Thursday, starting April 16. Just bear in mind that they'll each only be available to stream for free for seven days.
Overseas? Using a VPN is simple — we use Surfshark daily and it unlocks CTV and many other streamers. Well worth considering given its low price and 30-day trial.
How to watch 'MasterChef' S16 from anywhere
Away from home at the moment and blocked from watching "MasterChef" season 16 on your preferred service?
You can still tune in as normal thanks to the wonders of a VPN (Virtual Private Network). The software allows your devices to appear as if they're back in your home country regardless of where in the world you are. Ideal for viewers away on vacation or on business. One of our favorites is Surfshark. It's the best on the market:
Using a VPN is incredibly simple.
1. Install the VPN of your choice. As we've said, Surfshark is amazing.
2. Choose the location you wish to connect to in the VPN app. For instance, if you're visiting the U.K. and want to view a U.S. service, select 'United States' from the list.
3. Sit back and enjoy the show. Head to Sling, sign in, and watch "MasterChef" season 16.
How to watch 'MasterChef' S16 in the U.S.
In the U.S., "MasterChef" season 16 airs on FOX at 8 p.m. ET/PT each Wednesday, starting April 15.
FOX is a broadcast network that can be accessed with one of the best TV antennas, a cable TV package or a live TV streaming platform, such as Sling TV.
Sling Blue includes local network affiliates from FOX, ABC and NBC (availability varies by market), with prices starting at $46/month.
Each "MasterChef" S16 episode will also available to stream on-demand on Hulu each Thursday, a day after airing.
YouTube TV, Fubo and Hulu with Live TV carry FOX too.
Traveling abroad and don't want to miss the show? Don't worry, you can still access your usual streamer via a VPN. We recommend Surfshark.
How to watch 'MasterChef' S16 in Canada
In Canada, "MasterChef" season 16 premieres on CTV at 8 p.m. ET/PT on Wednesday, April 15.
New episodes stream for FREE on CTV.ca for seven days, from the day after transmission.
Outside Canada when it's on? Use a VPN to get around the geo-restrictions that will prevent CTV from working.
Can I watch 'MasterChef' S16 in the U.K.?
In the U.K., "MasterChef" USA is free-to-air on U.
The only catch is that, at the time of publication, there's been no word on when season 16 will premiere.
If you're a Canadian currently in the U.K., you can still catch the show for free by using a VPN, such as Surfshark.
Can I watch 'MasterChef' S16 in Australia?
"MasterChef" USA is free-to-air in Australia, courtesy of 10Play.
At the time of writing, it isn't clar when season 16 will premiere Down Under, but season 15 hit the platform on May 23 last year — just two days after its U.S. premiere.
For now, if you're currently in Australia for work or on vacation from Canada, you can still catch "MasterChef" S16 by using a VPN, such as Surfshark.
'MasterChef' season 16 — Need to Know
What is the "MasterChef" season 16 episode schedule?
Recent "MasterChef" seasons have run for 18-20 episodes. At the time of publication, the themes of only the first two episodes have been revealed:
(U.S. & Canada air dates)
- Episode 1 | Europe — Wednesday, April 15
- Episode 2 | Asia-Pacific — Wednesday, April 22
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