My Love for Jamie Oliver

The first time I ever saw a Jamie Oliver show was when I was thirteen. It was The Naked Chef, and it was the name of the show that caught my eye. However, soon I started watching any and all Jamie Oliver shows that aired on TV. Jamie’s Kitchen, Jamie’s School Dinners, Jamie at Home… if it was a Jamie Oliver show, you can bet that I’d be watching it.

To fully illustrate my admiration and respect for this man, I should share a story that occurred last summer (August 2009). I discovered that the Food Network was airing episodes of Jamie’s show Jamie at Home every Friday at 8:30a.m. However, I only found this out in time to watch an episode of Jamie at Home on the very last Friday of my summer vacation. I set my alarm and dragged my groggy, half-awake self to my couch, where I watched Jamie at Home episode titled “Peas and Broad Beans.” Have I mentioned that I don’t even like peas or broad beans? Still, anything Jamie cooks is something worth watching!

I just love his energy, his cooking style, and his obvious talent. The man is a genius and can make everything look (and I assume) taste incredibly delicious. I have one of his cookbooks that I absolutely swear by (I use his mac and cheese recipe) and I have never, ever doubted any of his recipes. I’ve never had reason too; everything I’ve ever made according to his recipe has turned out wonderfully. I also wish him the very best of luck with his campaign for healthier meals at schools, as everyone knows the standard cafeteria menu is filled with more junk than nutrients.

If I ever go to London, I will be making a reservation at his restaurant, Fifteen. I don’t know if I’d be able to contain my excitement and anticipation at the idea of eating at Jamie’s very own restaurant!

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