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  • Where the English Slang "gastronaut" came from:

  • The term "gastronaut" is believed to have been  coined by the British celebrity chef, Keith Floyd,  

  • who was renowned for his unconventional  and captivating cooking style. Floyd,  

  • who passed away in 2009, charmed  millions of viewers around the world,  

  • not just with his culinary skills but  also with his endearing eccentricities.

  • He was recognizable for his signature bow tie and  was known for engaging in light-hearted banter  

  • with his film crew while sipping wine during his  cooking shows. This unique approach, where he  

  • often drank wine while cooking, added a humorous  and relaxed element to his television appearances.

  • This behavior not only became a staple  of his shows but also influenced other  

  • celebrity chefs to adopt a more easygoing  style in their own cooking presentations.

  • Floyd was known for taking his cooking escapades  beyond the confines of a studio kitchen,  

  • venturing into diverse and sometimes challenging  environments to showcase his culinary talents.

Where the English Slang "gastronaut" came from:

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