Blanc interested in 'Masterchef' winner

Raymond Blanc has said that he is interested in working with Masterchef winner Mat Follas.

The legendary Michelin starred chef admitted he was impressed by the IT designer, who took home the TV cooking title in February.

"Mat is a talented chef with a flair for good, locally produced food," the Restaurant star told The Mirror. "I would certainly be interested in hiring someone with his ability."

Follas, 42, commented: "Raymond Blanc is one of my biggest inspirations so the possibility of working with him, or in one of his restaurants, is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for me."

Meanwhile, according to The Sun, Masterchef will be moved to BBC One next year because of its high ratings. Over 5 million viewers watched John Torode and Greg Wallace crown Follas the champion last month.