I have followed Jamie Oliver since he started with his "naked" food in the UK. As an RD, I'm thrilled with the effect his having on Huntington and across the county -- I teach nutrition and gardening and my 5th graders are talking about it! Anything that gets kids to think about what they're eating and where it comes from gets a thumbs up from me!
language concerns, otherwise- every american kid should watch this!
This show is wonderful! I admit, he is preaching to the choir, but I feel strongly that we need more people like Jamie Oliver helping our school systems, and education parents on how to educate their children toward 'normal' eating habits! There is so much here, I am really pulling for Jamie to succeed. I'll be watching him closely to make sure he isn't in it solely for the money. However, if he succeeds, and becomes wildly rich in the process, HE DESERVES IT.
My 7 year old just loves this show, and that is a positive sign. The only thing I would caution parents about is the language. It's a shame Jamie can't tone it down, in light of the fact he is trying to reach children. This isn't going to corrupt your kids, but if you are sensitive to language and shelter your kids in this regard, they my be learning a few new choice words here. Too bad. Jamie- Tone it down!
This is a show that will change how America eats. I cannot believe those kids could not recognize fresh produce! He may be touhg, but he is right.
My five-year old found the show interesting (the bits he watched) but mainly this show is on for me and my husband.