{"title":"Jock Zonfrillo","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover the intriguing world of Jock Zonfrillo, a remarkable figure celebrated for his profound contributions to both the culinary landscape and heartfelt storytelling. Renowned as a chef and television presenter, Zonfrillo's literary works offer readers a captivating glimpse into his adventurous life, diverse cultural experiences, and culinary innovations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"Last Shot\"\u003c\/em\u003e provides a compelling narrative in the Biography \u0026amp; Memoir category, where Zonfrillo shares his personal journey filled with triumphs and challenges. His authentic storytelling style invites readers to explore the dynamic path that led him from a turbulent youth to becoming an esteemed culinary expert.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn the Cooking \u0026amp; Food category, \u003cem\u003e\"Recipes to Remember\"\u003c\/em\u003e showcases his culinary prowess, presenting a tapestry of recipes that weave together traditional techniques and modern twists. This collection is not only a treat for food enthusiasts but also serves as an inspiration for those seeking to create memorable experiences through cooking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eJock Zonfrillo's books resonate with a unique blend of passion, resilience, and culinary artistry, making his collection a must-have for anyone eager to explore the intricate bond between food and culture.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"last-shot-by-jock-zonfrillo-9781761106699","title":"Last Shot","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA coming-of-age memoir of addiction, ambition and redemption in the high-stakes world of Michelin star kitchens.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFrom reckless drug addict to one of Australia’s top chefs and television stars: MasterChef judge Jock Zonfrillo's powerful life story will shock and inspire.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eJock’s life spiralled out of control when he tried heroin for the first time as a teenager while growing up in 1980s Glasgow. For years he balanced a career as a rising star amongst legendary chefs with a crippling drug addiction that took him down many dark paths.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFired from his job at a Michelin star restaurant in Chester, England, after a foul-mouthed rant, Jock made his way to London looking for work and found himself in front of the legendary Marco Pierre White. He credits White for saving his life, but Jock continued to struggle with addiction in a world of excess, celebrity, and cut-throat ambition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOn New Year’s Eve 1999, Jock shot up his last shot of heroin before boarding a plane to Sydney, where he would find passion and new meaning in life in the most unexpected places. There would be more struggles ahead, including two failed marriages, the closure of his prized restaurant during COVID-19, his time on-country, and some very public battles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the unforgettable story of an incredible life cut short too soon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePraise for \u003ci\u003eLast Shot\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e'I’ve known Jock for 25 years. He is not only a great mate but an incredibly talented chef - in Australia and around the world. \u003ci\u003eLast Shot\u003c\/i\u003e really shows how resilient Jock is and how far he has come in his personal and professional life. I’m inspired by how brave Jock has been for putting this biography out there. I couldn’t put it down. Loved it!’ \u003cb\u003eMatt Moran\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e‘Zonfrillo climbed his way to the top of the gastronomic ladder only to abdicate his position. He still inspires chefs worldwide.’ \u003cb\u003eMarco Pierre White\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e‘An amazingly candid story of a prolific but complicated chef who made it back from the brink despite the obstacles, surely one of the best comeback stories there is!’ \u003cb\u003eGordon Ramsay\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e‘Jock absolutely lives and breathes his passion for food, which began in childhood. And between the incredible ups and downs of his life that we read about in \u003ci\u003eLast Shot\u003c\/i\u003e, what really comes through for me is his search for knowledge of Indigenous foods – I so admire how the depth of his learning combined with his amazing skill and creativity has allowed him to celebrate the uniqueness of the cultures he has embraced.’ \u003cb\u003eMaggie Beer AO\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Arotahi Agency","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46515153502444,"sku":"9781761106699","price":36.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/368143482815.jpg?v=1748898359"},{"product_id":"recipes-to-remember-by-jock-zonfrillo-9781761631917","title":"Recipes to Remember","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo many, Jock Zonfrillo was a chef and \u003ci\u003eMasterChef Australia\u003c\/i\u003e judge. To us, he was a dad, a papa, a husband, and the centre of our world. Our kitchen was never quiet – music, laughter, coffee brewing, little footsteps, and always Jock in the middle, usually with one of his children nearby, learning or helping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBefore we lost him, Jock was working on this cookbook. So we decided to finish it for him.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eRecipes to Remember\u003c\/i\u003e are the meals he made for us – birthday dinners, comfort food, meals with friends, quiet moments. It’s the food our kids will remember. And now, we’re sharing it with you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThank you for giving him a place in your kitchen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFeaturing Jock’s favourite recipes from some of his mates, including Jamie Oliver, Gordon Ramsay, Nigella Lawson, Marco Pierre White, Rick Stein, Maggie Beer, Christian Puglisi, Andy Allen, and Jimmy and Jane Barnes.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Simon \u0026 Schuster NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46732431098092,"sku":"9781761631917","price":49.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/59be56ad3d70aaf00aef55f30ac6a12d.jpg?v=1755133302"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/jock-zonfrillo.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}