Aussie TV chef Peter Russell Clarke dies at 89

Peter Russell-Clarke, who is known for being the first Australian TV Chef, breathed his last at the age of 89 in Melbourne.

Peter rose to prominence with his signature catchphrases ‘G’day’ on a short cooking programme, appearing in more than 900 episodes.

The chef offered a rare perspective to cooking by making the art more adventurous and fun for the people.

The Coon cheese advertisement star was paid a gushing tribute by his close friend and a chef Beverley Pinder on Herald Sun, calling him “a phenomenon” for being “years ahead of his time.”

He credited the deceased star for the advancements of “modern-day cooking shows.”

Peter has penned down and illustrated 25 cookery books, where an encyclopaedia of food is worth mentioning.

The legend has been a chef to the Duke of Edinburgh, the Premier of Victoria, the Prime Minister and The Prince of Wales’ Silver Jubilee dinner in 1997.

The chef lived in several foster residences during his early years. During his stay with a Chinese family, he discovered the unique tastes of Asian cuisine.

How did chef Peter Russell-Clarke die?

The iconic cook passed away while he was surrounded by his family after suffering complications following a stroke.

He leaves behind his beloved wife Jan of 65 years and two children Peter and Wendy.

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