Michelle Heaton Shares Cooking Aspirations on Celebrity MasterChef

Michelle Heaton, the former star of Liberty X, is making her mark on the 2025 season of Celebrity MasterChef. As the second heat of the competition unfolds, Heaton has opened up about her motivations for participating in the show and her culinary journey.

In a candid interview, the 46-year-old singer expressed her longstanding intrigue with the show’s unique kitchen environment. “I’ve always been really intrigued about coming on the show because at home I don’t get to cook the way that you can in the Celebrity MasterChef kitchen,” she said. This opportunity allows her to explore cooking beyond her daily routine, which she finds increasingly challenging to balance with family life.

Heaton highlighted a common struggle among families today: “I think it’s the same with many families, because you’re just always running around!” She hopes to rekindle family meals by focusing on creating dishes that both adults and children will enjoy together. Her goal is to elevate food from mere sustenance to an experience that nourishes the heart and soul.

The reaction from her family has been mixed yet supportive. Heaton shared a light-hearted moment with her daughter, who humorously wished luck to those tasting her food as she prepares for the challenges ahead. Her son has been proud of her participation, while her husband, Hugh, seems uncertain about her new venture. “He’s massively into fitness, so his evening meals look very different to what you’d find on MasterChef,” she noted.

When it comes to her cooking skills, Heaton admits her usual fare is quite simple. “I like to make things like oats and yoghurts and berries and stuff, because I don’t have a lot of time to cook actual food for myself,” she explained. For a special occasion, she would opt for pasta and seafood, though this culinary indulgence happens only about once a year. Heaton’s favorite food to eat is fish, particularly enjoying sashimi.

Comfort food is another area where Heaton finds joy, stating, “Anything sugary is great comfort food. I love anything sweet.” Her love for sweet treats provides her a sense of comfort, reflecting her vibrant personality.

Celebrity MasterChef continues to captivate audiences, with the latest episode airing tonight at 20:00 GMT on BBC One. Viewers can also catch up on the show via iPlayer. Heaton’s journey on the show promises to be an engaging mix of culinary exploration and personal storytelling, as she aims to enhance her cooking skills while reconnecting with her family through the joy of food.