Gordon Ramsay through the years: How the renowned chef built his culinary empire as he launches Food Stars in Australia

Gordon Ramsay is a culinary powerhouse.

The 57-year-old has had quite the incredible career as a world renowned chef, writer, restaurateur, businessman, and TV personality.

But did you know, he dreamt of a different career path growing up? That’s just part of his story.

Gordon Ramsay’s Food Stars premieres Tuesday March 26 on Channel 9 and 9Now.

This year he joins business mogul Janine Allis (founder of Boost Juice), in a brand new Australian season of Gordon Ramsay’s Food Stars.

The new reality series will see Gordon and Janine go head-to-head to find Australia’s next big food idea.

Here, we’re taking a look back at some of Gordons career highlights and life milestones – scroll through to see where it all began.