In addition Mark Dacascos reprises his role as The chairman from Iron Chef America.
[2] In contrast to previous versions of the format, the show features a static judging panel composed of food critics Larissa Dubecki, Simon Thomsen and Leo Schofield.
The programme is hosted by Grant Denyer, with additional commentary provided by Richard Cornish.
The premiere episode of the show debuted with an average of 1.129 million viewers, coming in seventh in ratings for the night.
It competed against and was bettered by Top Gear Australia, another Australian adaptation of a popular international TV series.