Sharpen your knives, dust off your recipe books, and prepare for a whirlwind of culinary chaos because Come Dine With Me Malta is about to hit your screens! The first season of the much-loved dinner party showdown kicks off on 23rd March, airing Sunday to Thursday at 20:45 on TVM

For those unfamiliar with the recipe for this delightful dish of entertainment, Come Dine With Me Malta follows five fearless (and occasionally clueless) home cooks as they take turns hosting the ultimate dinner party. Each evening, the group rates their host’s food, hosting skills, and overall vibe — with plenty of laughs, mishaps, and memorable moments in between. At the end of the week, one lucky (and hopefully talented) contestant pockets the €1,000 cash prize thanks to Mattress Collection.

The first brave batch of hosts is a delightful blend of personalities sure to spice things up: Molly, Damian, Ramses, Marie, and Jean Paul. Expect questionable plating techniques, suspiciously ambitious menus, and the inevitable awkward silences that come with strangers sharing a meal in each other’s homes.

Adding her unmistakable charm to the mix is none other than the legendary Eileen Montesin, who’ll be narrating every awkward encounter, eyebrow-raising dish, and hilariously brutal score with her signature style.

So, grab your remote, gather your own judging panel (aka your friends and family), and settle in for Malta’s ultimate dinner party disaster (or triumph!).