October 9th 2023.
It is with great sadness that we learned of the passing of celebrity chef Michael Chiarello, at the age of 61.
Michael Chiarello was best known for his appearances on the Food Network. He hosted his Emmy-winning show, Easy Entertaining with Michael Chiarello, for ten seasons and also had shows on PBS and the Fine Living and Cooking Channels.
Michael Chiarello's company, Gruppo Chiarello, released a statement confirming his death. It read, "We deeply mourn the loss of our beloved patriarch Michael. His culinary brilliance, boundless creativity, and unwavering commitment to family were at the core of his being. He brought people together through the joy of shared meals, fostering lasting memories around the table."
The statement went on to say, "As we navigate this profound loss, we hold dear the moments we cherished with him, both in his kitchens and in our hearts. His legacy will forever live on in the love he poured into every dish and the passion he instilled in all of us to savour life’s flavours."
Michael Chiarello passed away at Queen of the Valley Medical Center in California on Saturday, after suffering an allergic reaction and going into anaphylactic shock. His longtime business partners commented, "Chef Michael Chiarello’s passion for food and life will forever be etched in our kitchens and our hearts. While we mourn Michael’s passing, we also celebrate his legacy that continues with his restaurants, Bottega, Coqueta, and Ottimo."
Michael Chiarello was born in California in 1962 and opened his first restaurant in 1987. He was named Food and Wine magazine’s chef of the year in 1985, and also famously participated in the Food Network’s Next Iron Chef competition, as well as serving as a judge on Bravo’s Top Chef and Top Chef Masters.
Michael Chiarello will be remembered for his culinary brilliance, passion for food, and commitment to family. In order to honour his legacy, his family and friends are asking people to share a meal with their loved ones and remember that the bonds forged over a meal are among life’s most precious treasures.
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