Food Rebels

Sweet Heat

🔥 In this sizzling episode of Food Rebels, AJ Sharp meets Dan Shearman: eco-chef, food truck renegade, and the bold founder of the UK’s original hot honey brand, WilderBee.
What started as a spicy side hustle has become a million-pound business, blazing a trail through kitchens, burger joints, and cocktail bars across the UK. Dan shares the wild ride — from discovering hot honey in a New York pizzeria to infusing his own blend with fiery Scotch bonnets and bee-friendly British honey.
Expect stories of cooking for Hollywood legends, crashing (and burning) on Dragons’ Den, and building a brand rooted in sustainability, zero compromise, and fearless flavour. It’s raw, it’s real, and it’s hotter than your average condiment.
From food truck to food revolution — this is hot honey with a mission. 🍯🌶️

The Joy Of Pasta

This week on Food Rebels, AJ Sharp is joined by Imogen Royall from Northern Pasta Co. – the pasta pioneers turning your average dinner into a delicious act of rebellion.
From living on a Croatian island to stamping 60,000 bags of pasta by hand, Imogen and her husband are showing us how food can be fun, sustainable, and full of heart. British grains, zero plastic, and pasta that actually hugs your sauce? YES, please!
Want to know what happens when passion meets pasta? Tune in now for a story that’ll make you rethink your next plate of pasta.

Food Is My Love Lanuage

This week on Food Rebels, AJ is joined by the brilliant Gok Wan for a heartfelt, honest, and often hilarious conversation about his lifelong love of food.
From growing up in his family’s restaurant to the joy he finds in cooking for others, Gok shares how food has shaped his life—touching on everything from passion and creativity to personal challenges.
He opens up about food as his everyday language, the emotional connection behind every dish, and even how his career as a DJ unexpectedly blends with his love of entertaining.
Expect laughter, insight, and a few unforgettable stories—including a deep dive into the infamous five-second rule (and what it has to do with Genghis Khan 👀).

Devilishly Delicious

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.

From Boring To Bold

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.

Gut Matters Revisited

🌿 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! 🎙️

Drink To Thrive Revisited

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! 🍅🥬

Uplevel Your Cooking Revisited

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.