It’s just us trying to start a movement where everybody passes on a bit of cooking knowledge. We estimate that one person can potentially affect 180 others very quickly so we’re just trying to spread the word. Jamie Oliver Read Quote
Young people can be disruptive and screw up classes. But even if they are being a pain in the arse it’s a cry for help – they don’t feel like they are being listened to. Jamie Oliver Read Quote
Like most of the other teachers, I’d done a bit of teaching and we all think we’re great at what we do, but you realize that normally you have an audience who are all onside, who all want to listen. Jamie Oliver Read Quote
I think there are definitely two types of student: the academic kids and the 50% who fail. It’s very clear to see – it’s fact. We’re not doing enough for those who fail; they need a more physical, tactile approach, involving people skills, team-building, problem-solving, building things. Jamie Oliver Read Quote
Just because the Americans are so good at rattling out accessible and cheap junk food, nobody looks twice when it comes to their food. But there are golden nuggets everywhere. Jamie Oliver Read Quote
If Obama wanted to make radical changes to America’s health long-term, all he has to do is treble the price of sugar and salt. Jamie Oliver Read Quote
We’re in a situation now where weight and extreme weight and heart disease is the biggest killer in this country today. Jamie Oliver Read Quote
I want Americans to enjoy food. I want them to celebrate food. I want them to, on occasions, to have big cakes and great things. And I want them to indulge. Jamie Oliver Read Quote