Can't stand Bill Granger (aka the Aussie who wouldn't go away) never could, just glad to know I'm not alone.

That's got Bill Granger written all over it.

Bill Granger started his November Man series in 1979 and has been at it ever since.

Bill Granger's roast chicken and egg noodle soup Serves four.

Bill Granger, 70, American author and columnist.

Nor are cliches a stranger to Bill Granger.

"About the time the disappearances started," says Bill Granger.

"If he does," says Bill Granger, the violent crimes supervisor, "kick him in the balls."

Bill Granger is known for his eclectic and simple cuisine which he displays in all of his shows, books and restaurants.

In 2011 Bill Granger became the Independent on Sunday's weekly food columnist.