DiGiovanni: MasterChef banned technology and limited calls to Sundays
Nick DiGiovanni · HIBT Lab! Osmo Salt: Nick DiGiovanni · Jan 26, 2023 · at 9:00
Chef and creator Nick DiGiovanni describes the strict sequestration protocols contestants experienced while filming season 10 of MasterChef.
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“No technology, no contacting your family or friends other than every Sunday. Get a couple phone calls.”
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