Samsung partnered with the hit culinary show, by providing the contestants with appliances and devices that gave them cutting-edge features to create winning dishes and presentations. Kyle’s prizes included a versatile Samsung Microwave oven, incredible Samsung Jet Vacuum, as well as the Samsung Gas Cooker, which proved to be much-loved appliance in the Taste Master Kitchen. Powered by five burners, including a Triple Burner, a Rapid Burner, and a Simmer Burner, this appliance became one of the contestants’ most popular culinary tools as they went head-to-head in the Taste Master kitchen.

“I can’t believe that I am the winner of The Taste Master SA: The Baking Edition! This is amazing,” Kyle says. “There have been so many ups and downs and times where I thought I was going home, but here I am! First place! Well done to Jay and Thando as well, although they didn’t win, they baked their hearts out week after week. I will forever be grateful for this experience.”

The Samsung Galaxy S21 and Galaxy Tab S7 5G were also on hand in the kitchen to help the contestants flex their creative muscles. Using Samsung’s famous S Pen with the Galaxy Tab S7 screen Kyle and the fellow contestants wrote and sketched out their ideas for success. Kyle was clearly one of the contestants who made the best use of the pro-grade, multi-lens camera and video technology of the Galaxy S21 smartphone to capture and edit perfect images for social media – an important component of the competition.

“Congratulations to Kyle and all the contestants who put their impressive baking skills to the test in this season of the Taste Master SA. Samsung was proud to be a part of a competition that reflects our vision of empowering people to express themselves through technology designed to delight. We were impressed by how seamlessly the contestants made the most of the technology to get ahead and look forward to seeing what Kyle creates with his Samsung Gas Cooker on his personal culinary journey – that will also be worth watching,” says, Mike Van Lier, Head of Consumer Electronics at Samsung South Africa.

Bradley Van Den Berg, Executive Producer at The Taste Master SA, adds “There has been a rejuvenation for the love of baking – a creative and empowering art. Contestants bakes gave viewers inspiration to bake more memories of their own. We would like to thank Samsung, Royal baking Powder, Thermomix and Le Creuset for giving the contestants the premium means to bake more memories.”

Kyle has always been a curious baker and culinary experimenter who started his career as a junior pastry chef in London. He eventually worked his way up to becoming an executive pastry chef at various well-known establishments across Cape Town. Kyle is so passionate about food that he recently started experimenting with cheese making and developing his own range of artisanal chocolate and confectionery.

JOHANNESBURG, South Africa – 19 October 2021 – When Samsung entered the kitchen in this season’s Taste Master SA the contestants were suddenly equipped with cutting-edge innovation. The question is, will the smart-tech give them an upper hand as they take each other on in this fascinating cooking contest on SABC3. The popular Friday night show has its share of drama and heated moments, which means the viewers are being served up a feast of entertainment – with a few delicious cooking tips adding to the flavour.

Now after exciting eliminations, there are just a few spaces left for the competitive chefs. Fortunately, Samsung home products have been on hand to fuel the remaining contestants’ dreams of taking the title. This includes very handy new cooking appliances such as the Samsung Gas Cooker and BESPOKE Refrigerator. Adding to their competitive edge is the multitasking power of the Galaxy S21 as well as the inspiration of the Samsung Frame TV. With added power and enhanced creativity the remaining Taste Masters are ready for the next captivating episode.

Here are the winning recipes from the first three rounds of the show. There are clearly a few tasty innovations worth trying:

Episode 1: The Fruit Challenge:

Lemon and Blueberry Cake with Cream Cheese Icing

Episode 2: The Spice Challenge:

Koeksister Cake

Episode 3: The Instagram Challenge:

This recipe was part of an elimination challenge so no winning recipe but this was part of the judge’s top 2 from the challenge.

Chocolate Oreo Swiss Roll

Strawberry Cupcakes

The Taste Master SA and Samsung are undeniably a delicious pairing. This is especially relevant this year as we are all spending more time in our homes and doing more in them – including trying out new recipes. This has led to more and more of us trying to find ways to pack all aspects of our dynamic lifestyles into our home environments. Samsung’s technology is keeping abreast of this trend by offering smart, stylish ways to establish a home environment that is uniquely designed to match your tastes and needs. The popular electronics brand is clearly at home in the kitchen of this fun-filled competition, putting SA’s hottest baking talent to the test with a series of challenging tasks in the hopes of becoming the next culinary sensation. Samsung is renowned for designing appliances and devices that will elevate the possibilities for creativity as they are created to bring out the best in those who use them. This will undoubtedly be a view shared by the eventual winner. And on their journey there’ll be a lot more recipes for us all to savour.

Tune in on Friday, 22 October at 7PM on SABC2 to get a dose of drama and a serving of inspiration.

JOHANNESBURG, South Africa – 13 September 2021 – Season Two of The Taste Master SA is set to serve up exciting new challenges for its contestants. Samsung has announced that they have partnered with the popular culinary show, empowering the contestants with cutting-edge appliances and devices that will give them a delicious upper-hand to impress the judges. The new season premiered on the 10^th of September at 7pm on SABC2.

“In 2021, we are spending more time in our homes and doing more in them – from working to working out. This has led to more and more consumers trying to find ways to pack all aspects of their dynamic lifestyles into their home environments. Samsung’s technology is keeping abreast of this trend by offering smart, stylish ways to establish a home environment that is uniquely designed to match your tastes and needs. Samsung is proud to be a part of a competition that reflects our vision of empowering people to express themselves through technology designed to delight, “says Dudu Mokholo, Chief Marketing Officer at Samsung Africa.

Samsung will be showcasing a range of its latest appliances and devices in The Taste Master kitchen. One innovation that is bound to whet the appetite of the contestants is the newly launched Samsung Gas Cooker. For all those who love creating magic in the kitchen, the new Samsung Gas Cooker turns what could be ordinary into something quite extraordinary. With its multi cooking functions, the Samsung Stainless Steel Gas Cooker adds a touch of class to your kitchen, making it easier to prepare a wide range of dishes, while seamlessly saving on energy costs. The contestants are sure to enjoy the versatility this stylish gas cooker offers, as it is powered by five burners, including a Triple Burner, a Rapid Burner, and a Simmer Burner.

“We are putting SA’s hottest baking talent to the test with a series of challenging tasks in the hopes of becoming the next culinary sensation. The decision to partner with Samsung is therefore a simple one. Samsung is renowned for designing appliances and devices that will elevate the possibilities for creativity as they are created to bring out the best in those who use them”, says Bradley van den Berg, Executive Producer of The Taste Master SA.

Adding a touch of effortless cool and style to the kitchen, South Africans will get their first look at the much-anticipated BESPOKE fridge. It has a customisable design that makes it possible for you to choose your favourite finish, colour or material based on your taste. As you explore the choice of changeable colour panels and configurations that the BESPOKE refrigerator range offers, you’ll feel a sublime sense of pride.

Get ready to find out which contestants can handle the heat in The Taste Master SA this September!