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Alastair McLeod
Born Belfast, Northern Ireland, U.K.


Alastair McLeod is a famous chef from Northern Ireland and Australia. He is known for appearing on TV shows like Ready Steady Cook. He also hosts his own food show called "Off the Eaten Track." This show has been seen in Australia, Asia, and New Zealand.

Alastair McLeod's Early Life

Alastair McLeod was born in Belfast, Northern Ireland. His mother is the Australian singer Candy Devine.

A World of Flavors

Alastair loves cooking because of his family's diverse background. His family has roots from many places. These include Torres Strait Islander, Sri Lankan, Danish, Filipino, and Spanish cultures. This mix of cultures has given him a wide understanding of different foods.

Becoming a Top Chef

Alastair worked in many famous restaurants in Europe. These restaurants were "Michelin listed." This means they were recognized for their excellent food.

European Kitchens

He worked at Roscoff in Belfast, Northern Ireland. There, he learned from another well-known chef, Paul Rankin. Alastair also cooked at Da Giovanni restaurant in Torino, Italy. He gained experience in kitchens in Scotland and France too.

Cooking in Australia

Later, Alastair moved to Australia. He became the head chef at two popular restaurants in Brisbane. These were Bretts Wharf Restaurant and Tank Restaurant and Bar.

Alastair's Own Business

Today, Alastair McLeod owns his own company. It is called Al'FreshCo. This company is a catering business in Brisbane. They prepare and serve food for events and parties.

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