Michael Bonacini facts for kids
| Born | 1 March 1960 Tenby, Pembrokeshire, Wales |
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| Spouse | Valerie Bonacini |
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Current restaurant(s)
Jump
Canoe Oliver & Bonacini Restaurants |
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Television show(s)
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Award(s) won
Ontario Hostelry Institution GOLD Award
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Michael Bonacini (born March 1, 1960) is a famous Welsh-Canadian chef. He comes from an Italian family. Michael Bonacini owns many popular restaurants in Toronto, Ontario. He is also a co-founder of Oliver & Bonacini Restaurants, a big restaurant company.
You might know him from TV. He is a judge on the cooking show MasterChef Canada. He also hosts his own show called Bonacini's Italy.
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Becoming a Chef
Michael Bonacini was born in Tenby, Wales, in 1960. He started his cooking journey in London, England. This is where he learned many important chef skills.
In 1985, Michael moved to Canada. He brought his cooking talents with him. This was a big step in his career.
Building a Restaurant Business
In 1993, Michael Bonacini opened his first restaurant. It was called Jump. He started this business with his partner, Peter Oliver. Jump quickly became a popular spot in Toronto.
After Jump, they kept growing their business. They created Oliver & Bonacini Restaurants. This company now owns many different places. Some of their well-known restaurants include Canoe, Luma, and Bannock. These restaurants are famous for their great food.
Michael Bonacini on TV
Michael Bonacini is a familiar face on television. He shares his cooking knowledge with many viewers.
Judging MasterChef Canada
He is one of the main judges on MasterChef Canada. This show is a cooking competition. Home cooks compete to win the title of MasterChef. Michael helps decide who has the best dishes.
Exploring Italy Through Food
Michael also hosts Bonacini's Italy. On this show, he explores different regions of Italy. He cooks traditional dishes from each area. It's a great way to learn about Italian food.
He has also appeared on other cooking shows. These include Cook Like A Chef. He was also the resident chef for The Marilyn Denis Show.
