BBC Breakfast host Naga Munchetty was quick to take a cheeky swipe after learning Matt Tebbutt had been replaced as Saturday Kitchen host.
On the BBC news show’s crossover to the foodie extravaganza, she chatted to stand-in , who was in charge of proceedings on the weekly programme instead.
As the Irish food writer and cook, 38, joked how had “got rid”;; of much-loved frontman Matt, , 50, then added the catty comment: “Well done.”;;
A giggling Donal said: “Finally, finally. He’ll be thrilled to hear that.”;;
He then welcomed star , 58, onto the series, where she revealed her food heaven was chicken – and watermelon took the accolade of her food hell.
‘s Naga and Matt, 51, are known for exchanging banter on the Saturday Kitchen preview segment – delighting fans with their quips along the way.
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It came after The Sun exclusively reported how
The r is in advanced talks with theshow’s producers and may also be in the running to host spin-off series.
The Beeb’s Saturday morning star is set to step into the role alongside remaining judge.
It comes afterGreggannounced in November he wasfollowingof inappropriate behaviour against him.
A TV insider said: “Matt rose to the challenge of coming intoafter it was previously hosted by another big name in the world of food,.
“He managed the feat of making it his own and almost making viewers forget who his predecessor was — now Beeb bosses, and the show producers Banijay, will be hoping he can work the same magic on.
“Nothing is set in stone, of course, and the result ofhave yet to fully conclude.
“But since MasterChef is such a huge show with a massive following, the Beeb are keen to have everything lined up ready.”;;
