Shannon Bennett Bio | Wiki
Shannon Bennett is an Australian chef and author. He became best known as the head chef of restaurant Vue de Monde at Melbourne’s Rialto Tower. Currently, Shannon serves as the creative director at the restaurant and its parent company Vue Groups, having previously been the executive chef.
He has made many appearances as a guest judge on the popular cooking show MasterChef Australia. Shannon also owns and operates several other hospitality venues in Melbourne – Vue Events at Rialto, The Lui Bar, Bistro Vue, Benny Burger, and Café Vue in two locations – and has written six books. He has appeared on a number of Australian food television shows and he is a brand ambassador for Miele and Audi and Nespresso.
Shannon Bennett Age
Shannon was born on November 23, 1975, in Melbourne, Australia. He is 46 years old.
Shannon Bennett Height
He is a man of average stature and stands at a height of 5 ft 8 in (Approx. 1.72 m).
Shannon Bennett Family
He was born in Melbourne, Australia, and raised in Westmeadows, Victoria by his mother Benny Bennett, and his father. Shannon holds an Australian nationality and belongs to mixed ethnicity. Information about his parents and/or siblings is not available at the moment.
Shannon Bennett Wife
Shannon was in a relationship with Australian actress Madeleine West. The couple started dating in 2005 and ended their relationship in 2018. Together, they share six children Phoenix, Xalia, Margaux, Xanthe, Hendrix, and Xascha.
Shannon Bennett Education
He attended Penleigh and Essendon Grammar School. Together with classmate Curtis Stone, Shannon realized a passion for cooking and he was subsequently introduced to the restaurant trade by his uncle Tom. He completed his apprenticeship at the Grand Hyatt Melbourne before working overseas and then returning to Melbourne to open Vue de monde.
Shannon Bennett Masterchef
Shannon has made many appearances as a guest judge on the popular cooking show MasterChef Australia. He was invited to be the first Australian member of the associations Jeunes Restaurateurs D’Europe and Le Grand Tables Du Monde. In 2007 he was a guest chef at New York’s Star Chefs Congress.
Vue de monde was awarded Restaurant of the Year in The Age Good Food Guide, in 2013 and 2014. Shannon’s current projects include the complete redevelopment of the Burnham Beeches property while the Vietnamese/French-twist food establishment, “Jardin Tan” opened in July 2014 in Melbourne’s Royal Botanic Gardens.
Shannon Bennett London
Shannon wrote the book London: A Personal Guide to the City’s Best with Scott Murray. The book was published in 2016 by Hardie Grant. It is a guided tour of the best restaurants and hotels in London.
From Michelin-starred restaurants to local bistros and from luxury hotels to dining rooms with a view, Shannon navigates you through the plethora of culinary experiences that London now has to offer. He and Scott Murray speak with absolute authority on the diversity of the London food scene and also make suggestions for foodie destination trips out of town.
Shannon Bennett House Byron Bay
Shannon’s ex Madeleine purchased a new home in Suffolk Park for $4.6million.It comes after they separated in 2018. Madeleine’s Byron property features four bedrooms, three bathrooms, a three-car garage, and a home office on a generous 952sqm block. It also has a private deck connected to the office with views of the hinterland, along with a heated pool, open plan living, spacious sun-filled living areas, and a stunning architectural design.
Shannon Bennett Melbourne Restaurant
He completed his apprenticeship at the Grand Hyatt Melbourne before working overseas and then returning to Melbourne to open Vue de monde. Shannon relocated the restaurant in 2005 to Melbourne’s CBD. Vue de monde was awarded Restaurant of the Year in The Age Good Food Guide, in 2013 and 2014.
Shannon Bennett Net Worth
He earns his wealth from his career, therefore, he has amassed a fortune over the years. Shannon’s estimated net worth is $10 million.
Is Shannon Bennett Still Married
No. He was in a relationship with Australian actress Madeleine West. The couple started dating in 2005 and ended their relationship in 2018. Together, they share six children.