Jamie Oliver
Coverage explores the brand ventures, media influence, and hospitality partnerships associated with one of the UK’s most high-profile chefs and food entrepreneurs. Reporting includes the evolution of Jamie Oliver Group restaurant formats in the UK and abroad, retail and licensing partnerships, chef training initiatives, and campaigns around healthy eating and food education. Insight is tailored for operators tracking celebrity chef-led dining concepts, brand revival efforts, and the intersection of media, retail, and hospitality.
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Apr- 2019 -9 AprilAwards & Events
Rainer Sarrazin crowned winner of European Chef’s Cup in London
Rainer Sarrazin has been named Best European Chef for 2019 by Aramark, following his performance in the European Chef’s Cup, the prestigious international competition held each year by Aramark, one of the world’s leading catering companies. The competition saw seven professional chefs from across Europe go head to head in…
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Feb- 2019 -26 FebruaryRestaurants
Good Food Society to reopen Yosma restaurant as Playa Bar
Restaurant group, Good Food Society is to reopen its Yosma restaurant as Playa Bar, a lounge bar serving South American-style tapas and cocktails. The group opened the 4,814 square foot Yosma restaurant in 2016, however it closed last month with relocation plans said to be underway. Chef director, Yosma Hus…
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5 FebruaryPeople
Jamie Oliver denies McDonald’s advisory role
Jamie Oliver has denied being involved with McDonald’s as an “informal advisor” after reports this morning (5 February) claimed he had been having regular discussions with the chain over healthy eating. In the past Oliver has been heavily critical of the fast food chain, branding its burgers “not fit for…
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Jan- 2019 -24 JanuaryFeatures
Sustainable values, health consciousness and the pursuit of pleasure
From street food to haute cuisine, the food and beverage landscape is responding to the changing tastes of Millennial and Gen Z consumers who are better informed and more adventurous. A growing number of eco-friendly and health-conscious customers want to know the story behind what they eat and drink, seeking…
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3 JanuaryPeople
Jamie Oliver had royal wedding catering offer snubbed
Jamie Oliver had an offer to provide catering for the royal wedding of Meghan Markle and Prince Harry snubbed, a TV interview has revealed. During an interview on Channel 4’s Sunday Brunch, Oliver said he had written to the couple offering his services free of charge, however the royals did…
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Nov- 2018 -26 NovemberFood and Drink
Mayor confirms ban on junk food advertising on TfL
Junk food advertising will be banned on the entire Transport for London (TfL) network from 25 February under new measures to help tackle child obesity, the Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, confirmed on 23 November. The decision follows a public consultation launched in May which found “overwhelming” support from Londoners…
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Oct- 2018 -4 OctoberOpinion
The importance of storytelling in the food and beverage industry
A great speaker will skilfully enthral their audience as they whisk them off on a memorable journey into the subject matter. For the food and beverage industry, this means picturing the speaker’s voice describing tantalising anecdotes about top secret recipes, family drinking traditions, and the history behind that special dessert…
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Sep- 2018 -12 SeptemberPeople
Jamie Oliver joins Tesco after 11 years with rival Sainsbury’s
Celebrity chef Jamie Oliver has been announced as the face of Tesco after spending 11 years in a similar role at rival Sainsbury’s. Oliver’s role at Tesco will be to front the company’s advertising campaigns and create “healthier” recipes for its own brand lines. A statement released by Tesco said…
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Aug- 2018 -21 AugustFood and Drink
MP accuses Jamie Oliver of ‘cultural appropriation’
Labour MP Dawn Butler has accused chef Jamie Oliver of “cultural appropriation” over his ‘Jerk Rice’ product. In a Tweet to Oliver, Butler said: “I’m just wondering do you know what Jamaican jerk actually is? It’s not just a word you put before stuff to sell products. Levi Roots should…
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May- 2018 -17 MayBusiness
Carluccio’s to address CVA rumours ‘this afternoon’
Italian restaurant chain Carluccio will issue a statement this afternoon regarding rumours of a potential company voluntary agreement (CVA), Catering Today can reveal. Accountancy firm KPMG is rumoured to be overseeing the restructuring of the business and did not deny the rumours when asked by Catering Today. The work would…
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