MasterChef returns with an all-new global twist in "Masterchef: Global Gauntlet!" America's greatest home cooks step into the kitchen to represent their ethnic roots in hopes of becoming America's Next MasterChefs. In the spirit of the World Cup coming to America this summer, the competition brings the homecooks representing four worldwide regions to the MasterChef kitchen, where heritage, heart, and high stakes collide. Tonight, the spotlight is on Europe, as flavors and traditions from across the continent take center stage. Judges Gordon Ramsay, Joe Bastianich, and Tiffany Derry continue their search for the best home cooks in America as contestants battle for coveted white aprons.

Eight home cooks compete to represent their heritage from the Asia-Pacific region in the audition battles. They face off for a chance to win a coveted white apron.

Tonight, the audition rounds continue with eight new home cooks facing off for a chance to represent Africa. The cooks must take risks and bring the flavor in order to earn a place in the competition. Only five cooks will secure an apron.