Alastair McLeod facts for kids
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Alastair McLeod is a well-known chef from Northern Ireland and Australia. He is famous for his cooking and for appearing on television shows. He is often a guest on Ready Steady Cook in Australia. He also appears on Queensland Weekender and ABC Radio. Alastair even has his own food show called Off the Eaten Track. This show has been seen by people in Australia, Asia, and New Zealand.
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About Alastair McLeod
Early Life and Family
Alastair McLeod was born in Belfast, Northern Ireland. His mother is Candy Devine, a singer from Australia. Alastair says his love for cooking comes from his family's diverse background. His family has roots in many different cultures. These include Torres Strait Islander, Sri Lankan, Danish, Filipino, and Spanish heritage.
Cooking Career
Alastair has worked in many famous restaurants in Europe. Some of these restaurants have been listed in the Michelin Guide. He worked at the Roscoff restaurant in Belfast with chef Paul Rankin. He also cooked at the Da Giovanni restaurant in Torino, Italy. Besides these, he gained experience in kitchens in Scotland and France.
Before starting his own business, Alastair was a top chef in Brisbane, Australia. He was the executive chef at Bretts Wharf Restaurant. He also led the kitchen at Tank Restaurant and Bar.
Alastair's Current Work
Today, Alastair McLeod owns his own catering company. It is called Al'FreshCo and is based in Brisbane. This company provides food for different events and gatherings.
External Links
- Alastair McLeod's Personal Website
- Al'FreshCo Website
