Malta’s ‘Come Dine With Me’ Returns for Third Season

Imagine this: you’re in the heart of Malta, strolling down the bustling Republic Street in Valletta. The sun is setting, casting a warm glow over the historic buildings. Suddenly, you hear laughter and clattering of cutlery. You peek into a restaurant and see a group of strangers, plates laden with dishes they’ve cooked themselves. Welcome to the world of ‘Come Dine With Me Malta’, where amateur chefs compete for the title of best host, and a €5,000 prize.

Applications are now open for the third season of this popular TV show, and if you think you’ve got what it takes to impress the judges with your culinary skills and hosting prowess, now’s your chance to shine. The show, produced by local powerhouse, TVM, has become a staple in Maltese households, bringing together people from all walks of life, united by their love for food.

This time around, the show promises to be bigger and better than ever. With a €5,000 prize up for grabs, the competition is sure to be fierce. The format remains the same: five contestants, each hosting a dinner party for the others, with the best host winning the cash prize. But expect some surprises along the way. Last season, contestants were tasked with cooking a dish using ingredients found in their pantry, leading to some creative, and sometimes questionable, culinary creations.

But it’s not just about the food. ‘Come Dine With Me Malta’ is as much about the hosting as it is about the cooking. Contestants are judged on their ambiance, their wine pairing, and, of course, their hospitality. After all, as any Maltese person will tell you, food tastes better when shared with good company.

So, if you think you’ve got what it takes to win over the judges with your signature dish and your warm Maltese hospitality, here’s how you can apply:

• Visit the TVM website and fill out the application form.
• Tell them a bit about yourself and why you think you’d make a great contestant.
• Most importantly, share your signature dish. What makes it special? What story does it tell?

Applications close on February 28th, so don’t wait too long to put your name forward. Who knows, you could be the next ‘Come Dine With Me Malta’ champion, wowing the judges and the nation with your culinary skills.

As for the rest of us, we’ll be tuning in, forks at the ready, ready to be transported into the homes of our fellow Maltese, eager to see what culinary delights they have in store for us.