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This week on Food Rebels, AJ sits down with Richard Parson, MD of the legendary Fudge Kitchen 🍬
From old-school fudge-making to bold flavour innovation, Richard shares the secrets behind 43 years of sweet success — including their shift to employee ownership, commitment to ethical sourcing, and why staying rebellious is key to staying relevant.
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Join AJ Sharp, as she sits down with Ella Mckay, the brilliant mind behind Fatso 🍫Ella shares how she’s making dark chocolate fun, indulgent, and unapologetically bold, while staying committed to ethical sourcing, clean ingredients, and innovative flavours. Plus, she opens up about the juggle of entrepreneurship and motherhood.
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🌿 Last up in the Food Rebels Expert Series… we're revisiting Gut Matters! 🌿
Guest presenter Dhruv Baker joins AJ Sharp to dive into the world of gut health and how it can impact everything from our immunity to our mental health
From boosting immunity to supporting mental well-being, it’s clear your gut does so much more than just digest.
They’re joined by gut health expert Steven Van Middelem, the mastermind behind Fhirst, the first living soda designed to deliver healthy bacteria alive to your gut. 🥤
One change to your diet is a great start, but true gut health takes more than a quick fix. Tune in now for the full conversation! 🎙️ -
It’s time to shine the spotlight back on our Drink to Thrive episode! 🔦
Host AJ Sharp and guest presenter Rebecca Woollard dive into the fascinating world of unique drinks. Discover the secrets to drinking more water and the surprising effects of fig leaves on kombucha. Plus, don't miss out on Kristal Baker's Great Taste award-winning range at Live Luxwells and Zak Tozer's groundbreaking, eco-friendly Kombucha. But the real thrill? Will they dare to taste the tomato leaf-infused kombucha? Tune in to find out! 🍅🥬 -
AJ’s got her hands full with some seriously exciting projects so can't jump into the presenting seat for a couple of weeks, but the foodie chat doesn’t stop! 🙌🏼 We're shining a light on 3 unforgettable episodes in the coming weeks, each featuring an expert co-host who brought serious insight, passion, and foodie wisdom to the table. 🎙️✨ First up, is Uplevel Your Cooking!
Join host AJ Sharp and guest presenter Colin Mordi from Food Sauce Media on an episode of Food Rebels that celebrates the upleveling your of plant-based cuisine. In this enticing instalment, AJ and Colin are joined by two brilliant guests, Mitch Lee from Purezza and Karen Prado from Chimi Love, who are revolutionising the food industry with their exceptional creations.
Mitch Lee, a vegan chef and head of sales at Purezza shares the secrets behind their plant-based pizzas that have been so popular. Discover the magic of their vegan mozzarella and stracciatella, which have redefined the possibilities of dairy-free cheese, making them a hit even among non-vegans.
Karen Prado, the visionary force behind Chimi Love, introduces us to her vibrant range of Chimi Churri flavours inspired by Colombian cuisine. Prepare to be amazed as she showcases how her versatile and mouthwatering creations can elevate any dish, proving that they're not just good with meat.
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This week, AJ Sharp is joined by Laurie Fermor of Freddie’s Farm to leap into the world of ultra-processed foods. The pair discuss the dangers of hyper-palatable snacks and the power of marketing. We also get an incredible insight from Laurie into what sets Freddie’s Farm’s products apart, while sharing tips for healthier snacking and practical advice for parents navigating food labels.
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💕 Love is timeless… and so is this episode! 💕We’re bringing back our Valentine’s Special because it’s just too good not to revisit! Whether you missed it the first time or just want to bask in the romance (or chaos) again, tune in as AJ Sharp and Show Producer Georgie Parsons dive into a feast of delicious delicacies.
Can Georgie convince AJ that Valentine’s Day is actually worth celebrating after all? Maybe… if the flavour is right! 🎧💘
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This week, AJ Sharp is reunited with Eve Tudor, and Suzy Pelta as they take a deep dive into the world of food judging. We also hear more about the complexities of consumer awareness in food choices, the balance between convenience and quality in cooking, and the group's predictions for the top food trends of 2025.
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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 quest to recreate some of his favourite restaurant dishes.
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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 fascinating links between food, wellness, and mental health, Heston shares his insights, stories, and what’s next for him and his team.
A true pioneer, a genuine rebel, and an inspiration to so many—don’t miss this week’s episode as we explore the brilliance and creativity of one of the greatest culinary minds of our time. -
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?
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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.
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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
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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
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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.
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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!
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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!
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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 spread, these Dickinson & Morris pies are stunning with beautiful pastry work encasing a delicious pork filling. The three manage to find time in between sampling the pie to talk about what makes the perfect pork pie and how Dickinson & Morris make their pies so special. 🎄✨ -
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.
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