John Torode

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John Torode[edit | edit source]

John Torode
BornBirth date -1st March 1966
Melbourne, Australia
NationalityAustralian
OccupationCelebrity chef, television presenter, author
Known forCo-host of MasterChef Australia


John Torode is an Australian celebrity chef, television presenter, and author. He is best known for his role as a co-host on the popular cooking show MasterChef Australia.

Early Life and Education[edit | edit source]

John Torode was born on July 23, 1965, in Melbourne, Australia. He developed a passion for cooking at a young age and decided to pursue a career in the culinary arts. Torode attended the Leiths School of Food and Wine in London, where he honed his skills and gained valuable experience in the kitchen.

Career[edit | edit source]

Television[edit | edit source]

Torode's television career began in the late 1990s when he appeared as a guest chef on various cooking shows. He gained recognition for his expertise and charismatic personality, which led to him being offered a regular role on the BBC cooking show Saturday Kitchen. Torode's appearances on the show made him a household name in the UK.

In 2005, Torode became one of the judges on the first season of MasterChef Australia. The show became a huge success and catapulted Torode to international fame. He continued to serve as a judge on the show for several seasons, earning praise for his culinary knowledge and constructive feedback to the contestants.

Torode has also hosted and appeared on numerous other cooking shows, including John Torode's Australia, John Torode's Middle East, and John Torode's Asia. These shows allowed him to explore different cuisines and showcase his passion for food from around the world.

Books[edit | edit source]

In addition to his television career, Torode is also a successful author. He has written several cookbooks, including John Torode's Chicken and Other Birds, John Torode's Beef, and John Torode's Mediterranean. These books provide readers with a collection of delicious recipes and cooking tips from Torode's culinary adventures.

Personal Life[edit | edit source]

John Torode is married to actress Lisa Faulkner, whom he met while filming Celebrity MasterChef. The couple tied the knot in 2019 and often collaborate on cooking projects together. Torode has four children from his previous marriage.

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