Márcia Goldschmidt Eliminated in MasterChef Celebridades 2025 Episode 3 After Ceviche Challenge

In the third episode of MasterChef Celebridades 2025, aired on December 2, 2025, contestant Márcia Goldschmidt was eliminated following a challenging culinary week that featured a pizza rodízio and a sparkling wine-pairing elimination test.

The episode began with a pizza rodízio challenge where contestants were split into two teams to prepare nine pizzas with three distinct flavors, including a vegetarian option. Márcia Goldschmidt captained the blue team, while Gilmelândia led the red team. Amid team swaps and intense competition, the red team emerged victorious, granting Gilmelândia the advantage to select sparkling wine labels for the losing team in the subsequent elimination challenge.

The elimination round tasked contestants with harmonizing ceviche with sparkling wine. Márcia Goldschmidt’s dish, which notably included strawberries, did not impress the judges — especially Erick Jacquin, who criticized the dish for resembling a fruit salad. Despite positive support from judges Helena Rizzo and Henrique Fogaça, Goldschmidt’s ceviche was ultimately deemed the weakest.

Reflecting on her exit, Márcia said, "I think it’s part of the game... only one will stay, and it was my moment to leave, so I am at peace." She emphasized her pivotal role and enjoyable experience on the show, appreciating the support she received and the opportunity to showcase a more lighthearted side contrasting her serious public image. Márcia also expressed nostalgia for Band, where she has spent much of her career, and plans to stay connected with fans through social media.

With this elimination, the competition narrows as remaining contestants prepare for upcoming challenges under judges Erick Jacquin, Helena Rizzo, and Henrique Fogaça.