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Daily Mail
13 hours ago
- Business
- Daily Mail
It's the Baked Chef! Jamie Oliver draws up plans to transform former stable block at his historic home into a pop-up takeaway bakery
Jamie Oliver has applied to turn a former stable block at his historic home into a pop-up takeaway bakery. The celebrity chef plans to plan baked goods, sandwiches and coffee from the site at his sprawling Essex mansion seven days a week, from 9am to 5pm. Oliver - who shot to fame as the Naked Chef - says the goods will primarily be for takeaway, but plans for the site's transformation shows rows of indoor and outdoor tables he hopes to fill with customers. Punters will be served from a 'historic feeding trough' from the estimated six employees in August 2025. If approved, the bakery will open operate in the grounds of Spains Hall, a Grade I listed Tudor home built in around 1570. The site was previously used host weddings, before it was bought by Oliver in 2019 for £6million. The Coach House and Stable Block originally dates from 18th Century and was first listed in 1967 when it was in use as stables. Oliver's representatives said: 'This proposal represents an exciting opportunity to trial a new, small scale commercial use within the Spains Hall estate.' It adds: 'It is envisaged that the site will operate as a pop-up Bakery / Coffee / Sandwich shop (predominantly on a takeaway basis) for the month of August 2025 only. It is proposed to keep the facilities open 7 days a week 09:00 – 17:00.' The plans do not require any physical alterations to the site, which already has men's, women's and disabled toilets as well as a staffroom and a kitchen. The chef owns the closest residential properties around the site, the proposal notes, as it claims the temporary change of use is not 'unacceptable'. Parts of the home and its grounds already have permission to be used as a film studio, and the property has already been the base for his TV shows - including one over lockdown, where his family acted as the crew. The bakery will need three deliveries by HGV lorries every week to fuel the kitchen, with as many as 26 cars being able to park at the site at one time. The application stated that customers would use the existing parking at the back of the Stable Block while an extra area would be available for an overflow if needed. They claim they will serve just 20-50 customers a day, while the site was able to accommodate as many as 140 people as a wedding venue. His reprensentatives stated: 'The proposed temporary change of use offers the opportunity to trial a new small scale commercial use within a rural location which will not cause any detrimental heritage, traffic or amenity impacts.' Oliver, via his representatives added: 'The existing kitchen within the building will be used for food preparation. 'Public access would be restricted to the main room open plan within the building plus the toilets, both of which are on the ground floor. 'No physical alterations are required to the building internally or externally in support of the proposals and there is no impact on any areas of soft landscaping or habitat.' Since the Middle Ages, the house and estate in Finchingfield, Essex, has been in the ownership of just three families, and was sold to Oliver in 2019. Oliver has previously sought permission for repair works to the property, including windows, doors, and masonry and is credited with renovating it from a state of disrepair. Oliver bought his Essex mansion in 2019 and had building work done on the house before he moved in, including the restoration of many original features. The manor house boasts 12 bedrooms, 10 bathrooms, a large games room, great hall, dining room, two drawing rooms and a wine storage area. It serves as his family home, where he lives with his wife, Jools, and their five children Daisy Boo, Poppy Honey, Buddy Bear, Petal Blossom, and River Rocket. Jamie Oliver's Cookery School has also offered a cooking experience at Spains Hall, allowing guests to learn from his chefs and sample ingredients from his garden. The house had only been used by three families and hadn't been sold for 250 years when Mr Oliver bought it. The manor house boasts 12 bedrooms, 10 bathrooms, a large games room, great hall, dining room, two drawing rooms and a wine storage area. Mr Oliver filmed 20 episodes of Jamie: Keep Cooking And Carry On at his home in 2020 as he prepared food with limited ingredients for viewers isolated by the COVID pandemic. Original features include a well on the ground floor, a priest hole on the first floor and a two-storey red-brick Tudor gazebo in the gardens, which is named The Prayer house. The property also has an outdoor swimming pool, tennis courts and fishing lakes. No public comments have so far been registered and a decision on the application will be made by the council at a later date.
South China Morning Post
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- South China Morning Post
5 of the best things to do in Hong Kong this weekend May 23-25, from yoga to an art fair
Sometimes you can be spoiled for choice when it comes to things to do at weekends in Hong Kong. Do not despair – we have cherry-picked some to make your life easier. Advertisement From a crossover pianist's latest Hong Kong performances to the return of the Affordable Art Fair to an unmissable Tom Cruise action film and a burger pop-up, there is plenty to see and do over the next few days. 1. Shogun Burger pop-up The Regent Hong Kong hotel, in Tsim Sha Tsui in Kowloon, is playing host to Japan's gourmet Shogun Burger brand until May 27. Shogun Burger was launched in 2016 by Taiki Honda, who comes from a family of yakiniku specialists – so he knows his beef. The brand now has more than 30 outlets across Japan. The pop-up brings to Hong Kong its signature Wagyu beef burgers , made with Japanese black Wagyu and smashed on a hot iron plate. Four of Shogun's signature burgers will be available at The Lobby Lounge, including the classic cheese and the chilli meat and cheese. Shogun Burger is popping up at Regent Hong Kong. Photo: Regent Hong Kong Each set, available from 12pm to 10pm daily, is priced at HK$398 (US$51) and includes a burger, fries with three dipping sauces – or a mixed salad – plus either two scoops of ice cream or a matcha sesame tart, and a drink.
South China Morning Post
18-05-2025
- Entertainment
- South China Morning Post
Your perfect week: what to do in Hong Kong, May 18-24
For the first time in the city, Regent Hong Kong's Lobby Lounge is hosting Japan's award-winning Shogun Burger and its head chef, Atsuko Ohgiya, from May 21 to 27. The pop-up offers a rare chance for locals to savour four signature burgers made with premium Japanese black Wagyu , served with fries or a salad, a drink and a dessert of your choice. 18 Salisbury Road, Tsim Sha Tsui
South China Morning Post
18-05-2025
- Entertainment
- South China Morning Post
Your perfect week: what to do in Hong Kong, May 18-24
For the first time in the city, Regent Hong Kong's Lobby Lounge is hosting Japan's award-winning Shogun Burger and its head chef, Atsuko Ohgiya, from May 21 to 27. The pop-up offers a rare chance for locals to savour four signature burgers made with premium Japanese black Wagyu , served with fries or a salad, a drink and a dessert of your choice. 18 Salisbury Road, Tsim Sha Tsui
Yahoo
18-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Fashion giant Shein makes surprising announcement amid backlash over alleged human rights violations — here's what's happening
Fast-fashion giant Shein is hosting its largest-ever Australian pop-up store in Sydney this month. The effort comes as the company faces mounting criticism over its environmental impact and alleged human rights violations. Shein is opening a temporary shop in Sydney, hoping to draw more customers to its ultra-cheap clothing. The Daily Telegraph calls the pop-up "a rare chance for customers to see and try on Shein's typically online-only offerings." The pop-up will showcase 11 of Shein's sub-labels, including a new brand called Aralina, which the company promotes as sustainable and "wellness-inspired." A quick look at Aralina clothing online shows many items are made of polyester, a synthetic fabric commonly made from plastic, and priced similarly to the low cost of other low-quality Shein items, raising doubts about the company's eco-friendly claims. As The Daily Telegraph notes, Shein faces mounting scrutiny over allegations of forced labor, particularly involving Uyghur workers in China. The company also faces ongoing criticism of the environmental impact of its fast-fashion business. Shein denies these allegations. Fast fashion raises concerns around quality and ethics, affecting wardrobes and the wider world. These high-quantity, low-quality brands often rely on cheap materials and exploitative labor practices, making them a frequent target of criticism. Environmental organizations condemn fast fashion for fueling overconsumption and excessive textile waste. Because fast-fashion garments are made as cheaply as possible, they tend to wear out quickly, encouraging a cycle of constant buying and discarding, which has a major environmental impact. reports that more than 92 million tonnes (over 101 million tons) of textile waste end up in landfills each year. In the U.S. alone, the average person throws away about 81.5 pounds of clothing annually. Globally, only about 12% of used clothing is recycled. Additionally, the environmental damage caused by fast-fashion production, such as polluted waterways, toxic chemical use, and excessive resource consumption, often impacts the health and well-being of local communities. These environmental hazards infringe on human rights by threatening access to clean water, food, and safe living conditions. At the same time, many fast-fashion brands rely on low-cost labor in countries where worker protections are nonexistent. Garment workers endure long hours, unsafe conditions, and low wages. In some supply chains, child labor and forced labor have been documented, particularly in China. What should be done to make home solar panels cheaper? More tax incentives Lower installation costs Better loan options They're cheap enough already Click your choice to see results and speak your mind. While there are growing global efforts to regulate fast fashion through government legislation and industry-led initiatives, the movement is still developing, and enforcement can be inconsistent. Meanwhile, you can make a difference by breaking up with fast fashion. While it can seem like you are saving money while shopping fast fashion, experts estimate that you can save $200 or more a year by investing in fewer, higher-quality sustainable pieces that last longer. If shopping high-quality, sustainable brands isn't in your budget, consider shopping secondhand. Thrifting from local stores or resale platforms such as ThredUp saves money and reduces the environmental and human impact of clothing production. Join our free newsletter for good news and useful tips, and don't miss this cool list of easy ways to help yourself while helping the planet.
