Well-known Aussie chef, MasterChef Australia star Greg Malouf dies aged 64
Well-known Aussie chef Greg Malouf has died.
The Melbourne cook — dubbed Australia’s godfather of Middle Eastern cuisine — passed away aged 64.
His tragic death was announced on Saturday and the news has rocked the culinary industry.
Friends and fellow chefs from around Australia took to social media to share their sadness at the devastating news.
Former MasterChef Australia judge George Calombaris shared a heartbreaking post to Instagram, saying the world has lost a “beautiful man”.
“Along with so many today is a sad day for us all,” Mr Calombaris captioned a picture of the star.
“We lost a giant of a human @gregmaloufchef. A beautiful man. Yes an amazing chef.
“I send love to his family and strength.
“I will miss the banter of all things Greek v Lebanese food. RIP great man. See you on the other side. Gc xxx.”
Mr Malouf was an award-winning Michelin Star chef who had appeared on the popular TV show MasterChef Australia.
No details surrounding the circumstances of his death have been revealed.
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