TV chef Michael Chiarello dead aged 61 following allergic reaction

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Chef Michael Chiarello has died at the age of 61 following an allergic reaction.The celebrity chef, who fronted popular shows including Bravo's Top Chef and Top Chef Masters, died on Friday night surrounded by family and friends, at Queen of the Valley Hospital in Napa, California.His Gruppo Chiarello restaurant group said the chef had been hospitalized for the last week following an acute allergic reaction that led to anaphylactic shock.His devastated family said in statement: "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."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.”“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 (San Francisco and Napa Valley), and Ottimo,” said his longtime partners in Gruppo Chiarello. “In remembrance, we ask that you join us in celebrating his remarkable journey and the incredible impact he had on the world of food, wine, and family by inviting you to share a meal with your family and friends to remind all of us that the bonds forged over a meal are among life's most precious treasures.”The American-Italian chef was named Food & Wine magazine's Chef of the Year in 1985 and later