LAST night's episode of Masterchef saw Greg Wallace, John Torrode and the contestants head to South Africa, where the four finalists were tasked with cooking for 40 game keepers.

Viewers were treated to plenty of beautiful scenes of Cape Town, safari parks and vineyards, and it seemed to hit a nerve with many of those watching.

3 Last night's episode of MasterChef was set n South Africa

Following the show, searches for holidays to South Africa doubled online.

Holiday price comparison website TravelSupermarket, saw the number of visitors looking for holidays to the country surge, as inspired viewers logged on to price up a trip.

In the programme, as well as plenty of clips of Table Mountain, the bush and the V&A Waterfront in Cape Town, the four amateur cooks faced three challenges.

One of the tasks included cooking a meal on a traditional South African ‘braai’ using ingredients and cooking methods native to the country.

The contestants cooked their South African style dishes outside in 40 degree heat for staff at the Aquila Game Reserve in Southern Karoo.

3 One of the tasks included cooking a meal on a traditional South African ‘braai’

The second challenge saw the finalists cooking in the country’s top restaurant in Cape Town, while the final challenge took the finalists to the Beau Constantia vineyard, where they cooked for the Mayor of Cape Town and other two top chefs.

Emma Morris, spokesperson at TravelSupermarket said: “When a TV programme throws a spotlight on a destination, showing off its highlights and natural beauty, it’s no surprise viewers are quick to see if their ‘dream holiday’ is achievable, searching for prices and availability.

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“South Africa is a good option for those looking to avoid the euro this year, with exchange rates against the rand strong.

"However, remember opposite seasons mean the next few months are the country’s coolest, particularly in southerly Cape Town."