Peter Gilmore (chef) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Peter Gilmore
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| Born | 18 May 1968 Sydney, Australia
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| Occupation | Chef, restaurateur |
| Known for | Executive Chef of Quay |
Peter Gilmore is a famous Australian chef. He is the head chef at two amazing restaurants in Sydney: Quay and Bennelong. Quay has even been named one of the world's best restaurants since 2009!
You might also know him from Masterchef Australia. His famous "Snow Egg" dessert was a super tough challenge for the contestants!
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Peter Gilmore's Journey as a Chef
Peter loved cooking from a young age. He started learning to be a chef at 16. For many years, he worked in kitchens both in Australia and other countries. This helped him create his own unique cooking style.
In 2000, people really started noticing his talent. He was the head chef at De Beers Restaurant. A famous food critic, Terry Durack, praised his cooking. He said Peter made "beautifully structured food with innate simplicity."
What Makes His Food Special?
Chef Gilmore says his food is inspired by nature. He loves gardening and was one of the first chefs in Australia to use special, old types of vegetables. These are called heirloom varieties.
He works closely with small farmers and fishers. They grow and catch special ingredients just for his restaurants. This includes unique seafood and rare animals. These partnerships help him get the best flavors for his dishes.
Amazing Awards and Achievements
Since Peter became the head chef at Quay, the restaurant has won many awards. It was listed in the World’s 50 Best Restaurants for five years. In 2015, it was ranked 58th in the World’s 100 Best Restaurants.
The Sydney Morning Herald Good Food Guide has given Quay "Three Chefs Hats" for 18 years in a row. It has also been named "Restaurant of the Year" six times by them. The Australian Gourmet Traveller Restaurant Guide has also given Quay three stars for 18 years. They have named it "Restaurant of the Year" three times.
In 2014, Peter's team won the chance to open a new restaurant. This was the famous Bennelong Restaurant at the Sydney Opera House. The new Bennelong opened in 2015. It shows off the amazing flavors and quality of Australian ingredients.
A Look at His Life
Peter Gilmore was born and grew up in Sydney. He went to Cumberland High School. He is married to Kath, and they have two sons.
