Celebrity chef Jamie Oliver's children's book, "Billy and the Epic Escape," is being pulled from shelves after criticism from an Australian education group for its portrayal of Indigenous Australians. The National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Education Corporation condemned the book for perpetuating harmful stereotypes and trivializing historical trauma. Oliver apologized for the offense caused, and Penguin Random House UK is withdrawing the book, acknowledging a failure in editorial oversight.
Celebrity chef Jamie Oliver has decided to pull his latest children's book from publication following criticism that it was insensitive. The book faced backlash for its portrayal of certain themes, prompting Oliver to withdraw it to avoid further controversy.
Jamie Oliver's children's book "Billy And The Epic Escape" has been withdrawn from sale following criticism from Indigenous Australians for perpetuating stereotypes and failing to consult with Indigenous communities. Oliver apologized for the offense caused, and the publisher, Penguin Random House, acknowledged the oversight in their publishing standards.
Jamie Oliver has withdrawn his children's book 'Billy and the Epic Escape' after criticism for stereotyping Indigenous Australians. The book, featuring an Aboriginal girl with mystical powers, was deemed offensive by First Nations leaders for its language errors and portrayal of Indigenous cultures. Oliver apologized, stating it was not his intention to misinterpret the issue. Penguin Random House UK acknowledged an editorial oversight in not consulting Indigenous Australians, leading to the book's global withdrawal.
British TV chef Jamie Oliver has apologized after his children's book, "Billy and the Epic Escape," was criticized for perpetuating damaging stereotypes about First Nations Australians. The book features a subplot involving a young Indigenous girl in foster care, which has been deemed disrespectful by the National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Education Corporation. They have called for the book's withdrawal, but neither Oliver nor his publishers have committed to this action yet.
Jock Zonfrillo, the Scottish chef and MasterChef Australia judge, has died at the age of 46. The new season of the cooking competition has been postponed following his death. Zonfrillo's family confirmed the news in a statement posted to his Instagram account, calling for privacy to grieve. Zonfrillo's culinary journey began at the age of 13 as a dishwasher and he went on to become head chef at several renowned restaurants in Adelaide. He joined MasterChef Australia as a judge in 2019. Fellow celebrity chefs Jamie Oliver and Gordon Ramsay paid tribute to Zonfrillo.
Jock Zonfrillo, a chef and judge on "MasterChef Australia," died at age 46 on April 30, on the eve of the show's season premiere. The cause of his death has not been disclosed. Zonfrillo was a celebrated chef who owned two restaurants and received numerous awards. He was named a judge on "MasterChef Australia" in 2019 and appeared on spinoff series. The show's producers and fellow celebrity chefs, including Jamie Oliver and Gordon Ramsay, expressed their shock and sadness at his passing.
Jock Zonfrillo, the award-winning chef and host of MasterChef Australia, has died suddenly at the age of 46. His death was confirmed by broadcaster Network 10 on the day the 2023 season premiere of MasterChef was set to air. Zonfrillo is survived by his wife and four children. His death has sparked an outpouring of grief from figures in the culinary and entertainment world, including celebrity chefs Jamie Oliver and Gordon Ramsay.
Jock Zonfrillo, a judge on "MasterChef Australia," has died suddenly at the age of 46 on the eve of the show's new series. The Scottish presenter had been due to star in the premiere of the new series on Monday alongside guest judge British chef Jamie Oliver. Zonfrillo had a successful career in the kitchen, including opening his own fine dining establishment, Restaurant Orana in Adelaide, which won culinary accolades in 2019 and 2020 before its closure. He leaves behind a wife and four children.
