The Ripe Avocado top 30 food podcasts
From Comfort Eating with the wonderful Grace Dent to Ruthie’s Table, where The River Café’s Ruth Rogers sits down with celebrities to chat about food and life, there are plenty of delicious podcasts waiting to be devoured. Here’s our list of the 30 best podcasts – a true feast for your ears.
The Taste of Memory: How Food Nostalgia Shapes Our Culinary Future
There's something profoundly moving about the way food connects us to our past. For me, it's the sweet, crunchy bite of Chin Chin – those beloved West African cookie bites that my Nana would serve in abundance during our family visits to London.
Ellis Wines and The Ripe Avocado: A Perfect Pairing
At The Ripe Avocado, we deliver exceptional service and craft exquisite culinary experiences, reflecting our commitment to diversity, sustainability and excellence.
From Spanish Shores to London's Tables: A Chef's Perspective
As a Spanish chef in London, Samuel, our Executive Chef often asked where to find authentic Spanish cuisine. But what does 'authentic' really mean when Spanish gastronomy itself is constantly evolving?
Pride on a Plate: Honouring LGBTQ+ Activism Through Food
February is UK LGBTQ+ History Month, and this year’s theme is Activism and Social Change. As a catering business, we believe food is a powerful way to tell stories, honour history, and bring people together.
Our Executive Chef Samuel shares three cookbooks that inspire him
We asked Samuel Baeza-Jimenez, our exceptional Executive Chef, for his top three cookbooks. After much thought and a thorough look through his collection, he made his choices.
The top three cookbooks that inspire Jay
We asked our founder for his top three cookbooks, and after much debating (and a fair bit of rifling through bookshelves), he finally made his picks! His favourites? Zoe's Ghana Kitchen by Zoe Adjonyoh, Afro Vegan by Zoe Alakija, and The Ultimate Avocado Cookbook by Carla Hutson. Safe to say, he’s got great taste!
The Ultimate List of Food Instagram and TikTok Accounts You Need to Follow
The Ripe Avocado Team has put together this ultimate guide to the foodie Instagram and TikTok accounts you need to follow!
From Family Secrets to Fine Dining: London's West African Culinary Evolution
If you're interested in learning more about the inspiration, we take from some of London's most exceptional West African restaurants, and why it's so important to Jay, our founder, then grab a cuppa and settle in for a short read on his recent feastings.
Celebrating 365 Days of The Ripe Avocado
We've turned 1! And what a year it's been since our founder, Jay Burgesson-Carter, took the plunge to bring his concept to life.
Kicked Out for Coming Out: How The Ripe Avocado Supports Stonewall Housing
Our values at The Ripe Avocado are rooted in giving back and supporting those who are underrepresented, which is why we are proud to support Stonewall Housing’s winter appeal.
Passion, Plates, and Perspectives: Samuel Baeza in Focus
Introducing Samuel Baeza, our exceptional Executive Chef, whose life is a tapestry of passion, family, and adventure, beautifully reflected in the stories behind these four photographs.
Roots, Relationships, and Reflections: Lucy Robinson in Focus
Introducing Lucy Robinson, our hugely talented senior sales and events planner, whose life is woven with cherished memories and meaningful experiences, beautifully captured in the stories behind these four photographs.
Memories, Moments, and Achievements: Chelsea Williams-Grant in Focus
Meet Chelsea Williams-Grant, our exceptional sales and events coordinator, whose life is beautifully reflected in the stories behind these four meaningful photographs
Heritage, Hustle, and Milestones: Jay Burgesson-Carter in Focus
Allow us to introduce our founder, Jay Burgesson-Carter, whose journey is as rich and compelling as the stories behind these four photographs.