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• Davide Vulpis was on vacation in Bali when a disaster occurred.
• His remains will be sent back to Italy.

A chef from Sydney was tragically killed in a severe motorcycle accident while on vacation in Bali.

Davide Vulpis was spending time with companions and relishing life on an Indonesian island when a tragic event occurred earlier this week.

Originally from Terlizzi in Italy, he had been residing inSydneyfor a minimum of one year, during which he was employed at Cibaria, a well-known Italian eatery located at the Manly Pacific Hotel on the northern beaches.

Mr. Vulpis once served as a head chef at Aparthotel Playasol Mogambo in Ibiza and also worked as a private caterer.

His most recent InstagramThe post displayed the passionate cook adding the final details to a steak meal and examining seafood in the Cibaria kitchen.

“Life as a chef,” he captioned the pictures.

Recent posts also highlighted Mr Vulpis appreciating the famous sights of Circular Quay and taking a vacation in Thailand.

His grieving family established a donation campaign to cover costs related to cremation, legal and administrative matters, and the transportation of his remains back to Italy.

“He was traveling with a group of friends, savoring life and creating memories, when a sudden and tragic collision ended his life,” his brother Christian wrote.

Our family is deeply saddened and still struggling to come to terms with this unbearable loss.

Bringing him back holds great significance for us. We aim to provide him with the respect, affection, and send-off he merits, surrounded by those who care for him the most.

Every donation, regardless of the size, can assist in reducing the financial burden during this difficult period.

The charity event was halted following the achievement of its $12,000 target in a matter of hours.

“I truly don’t have the right words to express my gratitude to each of you for the love, support, and kindness you’ve given me and my family,” Christian wrote.

Your actions carry a significance beyond what you can comprehend, and we will always be thankful. Thank you from the depths of our souls. Sending you love and a warm embrace.

The passing of Mr. Vulpis has led to an abundance of tributes from heartbroken friends.

“As educators, we are ready to let our students leave when they graduate or pursue better opportunities, but not like this, not in the blink of an eye,” a woman wrote.

I’ll long for your vibrant spirit each day, your tales of exploration, your thoughtful inquiries, and the 10 cups of coffee you consumed during class.

Someone else wrote: “You moved through our lives with an impact that was subtle yet strong, quiet yet filled with affection.”

You have been an amazing uncle to our kids, a close friend to my husband, and a genuine partner in mischief for me.

The best man on the most stunning day, and our strength during the toughest times. We’ll miss every part of you — your smile, your words, and the quiet moments that said so much.

The passing of Mr. Vulpis occurred just weeks following the tragic death of an Australian man in a terrifying scooter accident in Bali.

Bryce Alexander Black, 33, hailing from the NSW Central Coast, was operating a scooter in North Kuta when he collided directly with a vehicle on December 28.

His companion, Samantha Baillie, who is also 33, sustained severe injuries.

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