Celebrity chef Guy Grossi speaks out on death of close friend and mentor

Zonfrillo found dead

WEB According to Daily Mail Australia police believe that Zonfrillo died of natural causes and nothing. WEB Zonfrillo was found dead at a house in Melbourne when police conducted a welfare check in the early.

Celebrity chef Guy Grossi has paid tribute to his close friend and mentor, Stefano Zonfrillo, who was found dead in his Melbourne home on Wednesday.

Grossi said he was "devastated" by the news of Zonfrillo's death, and described him as a "true culinary genius".

"Stefano was a great friend and mentor to me," Grossi said. "I learned so much from him about food, wine and hospitality."

Zonfrillo was the chef and owner of the award-winning restaurant Ombra in Melbourne. He was known for his innovative Italian cuisine and his use of native Australian ingredients.

Police are investigating the circumstances of Zonfrillo's death, but it is believed he died of natural causes.

Grossi said he will miss Zonfrillo's "passion for food, his generosity and his infectious laugh".

"He was a true pioneer in the Australian food scene, and he will be deeply missed," Grossi said.