Matteo “Teo” Canzi won MasterChef 15. The historic judges Bruno Barbieri, Antonino Cannavacciuolo and Giorgio Locatelli they gave their preference to the youngest and most prepared of aspiring chefs. The economics student he triumphed in a thrilling final surpassing Carlotta, the second finalist. During the evening many surprises and some moments of panic.
MasterChef 15the winner is Matteo “Teo” Canzi
A difficult but exciting victory for the shy and introverted young man from Brianza. «I’m burning from inside, it is the fulfillment of a lifelong dream. Being able to cook and bring a menu that I cooked entirely myself in front of the chefs.”
Since the Mystery Box, Teo pushed the accelerator and immediately found the right pace. In the Mystery Box he managed to perfectly replicate the dish proposed by the chef Norbert Niederkofler and it was the first to wear the white jacket. «I have tried many, many, many times and this jacket I deserved it”.
He won the prize money of 100,000 euros in gold tokens, a high level training course at ALMA – international school of Italian cuisine and the publication of his first book of recipes.
Matteo Canzi said Theo lives in Molgora (Lecco), He is 23 years old and studies International Marketing. During the selection process he declared that he wanted to put university on hold to become a Private Chef. His motto for the final: «where the head fails, the heart recovers».
Matteo Canzi wins “MasterChef 15”. (uff Sky press)
The final between Mystery Box, high mountains and a bitter surprise
Dounia, Teo, Matteo and Carlotta they had to climb a metaphorical Everest. Following the motto Cook the mountain they learned the philosophy of chef Norbert Niederkofler. A culinary artist who chooses only what the mountain gives. No citrus fruits or olive oil but native berries, herbs, mushrooms and new ingredients.
In the Mystery Box the fantastic 4 have found a freshwater fish and replicated one of chef Niederkofler’s dishes: catfish with kefir. Carlotta filleted the fish badly while Dounia fell behind with the grilling. Matteo Rinaldi instead brought the judges a well-conceived dish but the best of the test was Teo, who went up to the balcony.
The second course proposed it created panic. A whitefish and juniper tartarefake pajata macaroni and dog rose. Surprisingly, the judges revealed that only one of them could continue the race towards victory. The first eliminated of the evening was Douniadefined by Cannavacciuolo as “the girl with a strong life story”. Then it was Matteo Rinaldi’s turn.
Through tears, he said goodbye to his companions and returned home. Much to everyone’s surprise (and the social discontent of the program’s fans) Carlotta passed the turn to compete with Teo. «There are two of you left because we think that only you can win MasterChef 15».
MasterChef 2025the menu of the winner Teo and that of Carlotta
In front of all 20 contestants of the masterclass Teo and Carlottavery excited, they entered to gamble for everything. Their relatives, partners and friends are also waiting for them together with the others.
Teo named his menu the best of me. He called the starter the first nail: Chawanmushi (Japanese savory pudding) with pickled vegetables and carrots. Smoked risotto with pumpkin, wild strawberries and catfish. Pigeon breast with red port, crispy leg, mashed potatoes and Jerusalem artichoke. Yogurt and mascarpone semifreddo with a marinated heart of cherries marinated in balsamic vinegar and port. “I feel truly transformed.” Carlotta called him instead balance in taste.
As an appetizer he prepared a fake tomato with its water filled with panzanella. Ravioli filled with goat’s ricottalemon zest and pea shoot. As a second boar with its bottom and beets in two consistencies. Dessert: chocolate bar with mascarpone cream and coffee. «I want to introduce you to a new Carlotta who believed in it to the end».
The judges found that Teo’s menu was more complex and sophisticated compared to that of Carlotta. The finalists had 2 hours and 30 minutes, from starter to dessert, to cook their dishes. Chef Chiara Pavan made an incursion terrifying the two aspiring chefs. He forced them to cook amuse bouche (small filled sandwiches) using St. Joseph’s lily flowers. The second surprise was Giancarlo Perbelliniwho sat at the table with the judges and commented on the dishes.
