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Posts of tribute shared online mourned the passing of renowned Australian chef Greg Malouf . He was 64. Originally from Lebanon, Malouf moved to Dubai in 2013 and had the chance to open a couple of fine dining establishments in the city.
Multiple media reports and other seasoned chefs confirmed his death. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels.
"You are and will always be such an inspiration to me and to so many others. Goodbye my friend, you will be missed very very much. I know you’re smiling down at us while enjoying your pickled lamb tongue sandwiches with mustard.
Rest in peace", wrote chef Rita Soueidan on Instagram on Saturday. The Michelin-starred chef grew up with three generations under the same roof, their meals mostly traditional. He quickly became one of Australia’s most recognised chefs, especially in his promotion of modern Middle Eastern cuisine on an international level.
A lot of that is his own interpretation of traditional dishes; “not so much fusion as understanding the dish itself, adding a few more layers and making it look more architectural”, Malouf said in a previous interview with Khaleej Times ..
