Food Rebels

This week on Food Rebels, AJ is joined by Jay Rayner - the legendary restaurant critic, to chat about his latest book, Nights Out At Home.  Jay explains the inspiration for his 14th published work and muses as to why it's so far his best-selling work.  A captivating blend of recipes and personal stories from many years as the Observer's restaurant critic, had been the inspiration behind his side q...

This week on Food Rebels, we’re thrilled to welcome culinary legend Heston Blumenthal. Join AJ Sharp in this special feature length episode as she dives into an inspiring conversation with Heston about his incredible 30-year journey at The Fat Duck, how he redefined fine dining and his personal philosophy of 'Question Everything'. From pioneering the role of science in cooking to exploring the fas...

This week we’re sharing some of our favourite moments with drinks brands who are doing things a little differently. It’s a great one for some inspiration this January. Listen to the full episodes below. Botivo Apperitivo Drink Well To Drink or to Mushroom Vodka in the Post?

This week, AJ is joined by the fantastic co-founders of frozen bakery brand Griddle. Ella Harland and Sophie McGregor discuss their mission to bring healthy, home-style baked goods to the market, the hurdles they've faced in the industry, and their unwavering commitment to sustainability.

We’re starting 2025 with a look back at how some of the ultimate food rebels began their journeys. Make sure to check out the full episodes below. Let’s get Peat’d Seeds for Days Energising Sustainability The Original Food Rebel

This week we have a very special Christmas episode featuring some of our favourite moments from the year. If you haven't already, check out the full episodes below.   Eating Snails and Swimming the Channel Getting Into A Pickle (Half a Century of) Cutting the Mustard Cheese, Glorious Cheese Botivo Aperitivo Rebellious Vines

This week, AJ is joined by producer Georgie for a mouthwatering episode. Tune in to hear the duo dish up their ultimate 2024 food and drink picks, with a little taste test along the way. 

This week on Food Rebels, AJ Sharp and Georgie Parsons are joined by the festive and flavour-loving Oliver Nohl-Oser for a Christmas Food Special! Get ready to indulge as they taste-test some incredible treats from James Alexander online, sharing their thoughts, laughs, and a whole lot of holiday cheer. It’s the perfect blend of foodie fun and festive spirit—don’t miss it!

This week AJ is joined by Huib Van Bockel, founder of Tenzing, and former Red Bull employee, as he dives into the highs and lows of launching a sustainable energy drink brand. Tune in to discover how this refreshing brand combines natural ingredients and eco-friendly values to produce a uniquely energising drink!

This episode is absolutely nuts! 🥜   AJ and Georgie are joined in the studios by Stu from @manilife_, who spills the secrets behind crafting the best peanut butter. From sourcing the finest peanuts to perfecting the roasting process, you won’t want to miss this episode! 🙌✨️

AJ is away this week, so as we are rapidly approaching Christmas, this week we’re revisiting one of our favourite episodes from last year’s festive season. 🎄❄️   Join us as we revisit the spectacular festive showstopper pie created by Chef Calum Franklin for Dickinson & Morris, which recently won a Gold Christmas award at the 2024 Quality Food Awards 🏆   The perfect addition to your festive...

This week AJ is joined by Hannah Brown, the mastermind behind Peat’d. We hear how she transformed her whisky industry expertise into a line of mouth-watering peat-smoked tomato sauces! Find out how Hannah turns obstacles into opportunities for innovation, and get a sneak peek at what’s next for the brand.

Tune into Food Rebels with AJ Sharp as she chats with Tor from The Collective, diving into the journey of creating yogurt that’s both kid-friendly and adult-approved. Tor shares insights into their success in the kids' market, their bold expansion into unique adult flavours, and the challenges of crafting sustainable packaging. A must-listen for anyone craving more from their yogurt!

On this week's episode, AJ is joined by Food Editor, Eve Tudor and Lorraine's Cake Club winner, Suzy Pelta. From meeting at the Great Taste Awards judging process a few years ago to firm friends! They delve into the misconception that they only eat the finest of foods, and we find out about the real food they love on a normal day and there are some unexpected items on the menu!

Join AJ Sharp as she chats with Imme Ermgassen, the co-Founder of Botivo, a refreshing non-alcoholic botanical aperitivo! Discover the art of crafting Botivo's unique flavours and learn about the passion and health benefits of this unusual drink. Emma shares her inspiring journey, the brand's strategy for growth, and her commitment to inclusivity in the beverage world. Don’t miss this engaging con...

In this episode of Food Rebels, AJ kicks things off with by recounting her perilous Channel crossing and awe at her friends’ remarkable achievement of swimming the English Channel, sharing some of their challenges and triumphs. She's then joined by Alex Snowden from Birchall Tea, for a tasting of their tea range. From signature blends to speciality fruit teas, while Alex shares insights into Birch...

In this episode of Food Rebels, Georgie teaches us how to eat the snails from your garden, why you should stick eyes on cauliflowers this Halloween. And we find out why AJ hates running, loves cooking sausages over fires on the beach and gets stuck into what you need to eat when you’re planning to swim the channel. Just in case you are thinking about it.

Welcome back to Food Rebels! After a brief summer break, we're recharged and ready to bring you the best Food Founder stories. In this episode, we dive deep into the rebellious side of jam-making with Rachel Kettlewell, the inspiring founder of Fearne and Rosie. Known for crafting jams packed with more fruit and less sugar, Rachel shares her journey from primary school teacher to food entrepreneur...

From smooth, crunchy, and even cocoa-infused peanut butter, what makes an exceptional peanut experience?

It’s a dinner match made in foodie heaven! The ultimate Latin American inspired food brand Capsicana delight us with some fajitas, with a delicious dessert of beignets from Moi by Mademoiselle Desserts

Join AJ Sharp and Georgie as they dive into the journey of Linwoods Health Foods with Patrick Woods. We learn about the journey from Patrick's grandfather collect eggs from local smallholdings, to small local supplier to today, a leader in health foods, and discover the inspiration behind their new Overnight Oats.  Do you know the difference between Flaxseed and Linseed oil?

We dive into the world of caviar and discover its delicious varieties. Plus, we have some tasty pairings for you to try!

This week the rebels throw open the doors to the world of gut health and next-level energy! First up, we meet Monique Farquharson , founder of The Matcha Yaad . Monique hated matcha at first, but after a flavor explosion of Jamaican spices, she created a unique line of productivity drinks. Unlike coffee's jittery highs and crashes, The Matcha Yaad boasts a blend of energising matcha, delicious Jam...

This week on Food Rebels, we're looking to the future of drinks!   Tom Bell , the rebel behind DrinkWell , joins us to discuss the changing landscape of wine in the UK. Tom's marketplace champions bolder flavors and naturally lower alcohol by volume wines, inspired by trends in the US and Australia. Tired of sugary alternatives? DrinkWell's got your back, with their own innovative range called Tra...

This week, AJ and Georgie are joined by two rebels on a mission to fight food waste and make our food system more sustainable.   James Eid , founder of Earth & Wheat , is the mastermind behind the world's first "wonky" bread box. Earth & Wheat rescues perfectly good bread that doesn't meet unrealistic beauty standards, stopping tons of food from going to waste.   While Fergus , founder of...