MasterChef Mexico: Public Votes, Not Skills, Keep Contestant in Show, Say Critics

Daniela Parra remains a contestant on "MasterChef 24/7," but her presence in the culinary competition is drawing criticism online. Many social media users contend that her continued participation is solely due to public votes, rather than her cooking abilities, which they deem not on par with her fellow competitors.

The sentiment is shared by some of the show's judges. Chef Adrián Herrera, in particular, has voiced his disbelief and frustration, questioning the audience's choices. His exasperation was evident when another contestant, Jazmín Bernal, was eliminated over Parra, leading Herrera to exclaim, "I can't believe it, I really can't believe it, what I'm seeing is hallucinatory and bizarre."

Even Parra herself has expressed confusion about the public's consistent support. She confided in a fellow contestant, admitting she doesn't understand why viewers keep saving her. "Why (do they support me)? Everyone (my colleagues) has told me to reach the final, but I can't anymore, man. This reality show is a real bitch, every day, man, it's a punch in the face," she said, reflecting the intense pressure of the competition.

This situation has led to accusations that "MasterChef" is losing its credibility. Critics argue that the show now prioritizes contestant popularity and audience sympathy over the quality of their dishes. The ability of viewers to save one contestant each elimination Sunday has become a focal point of this discontent, with many calling for an end to public voting in favor of a more merit-based evaluation.

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No doy crédito, no doy crédito, en serio ¿eh?, es alucinantemente bizarro lo que estoy viendo