11/4/25 - updated with the opening date and more details
With the closures of both DH Evans and Debenhams on Oxford Street, at least one of the department stores left is planning to be in there for the long haul. John Lewis just announced a big makeover, and as part of that, they've brought in Jamie Oliver.
The chef, who hasn't opened anything new in London since his Catherine Street restaurant in 2023, is launching a new cookery school and cafe on the third floor of the store.
The cafe will have space for 50 people and will be right next to the cookery school. Exact details of what they're serving up isn't available but we're told there will be salads and focaccia sandwiches usineg bread from The Dusty Knuckle and other suppliers include meat from HG Walters, sustainable fish from Stickleback and English sparkling wine from Liberty Wines. Everything will be prepared on-site by the cookery school chefs.
As for the cookery school, there will be two classes fitting in 24 people each, all kitted out with the latest tech. Classes include Vietnamese, Mexican or Thai street food, pasta-making classes, Spanish tapas and more besides. They're also promising guest appearances from Calum Franklin, Noor Murad and Ben Tish who will be running special classes.
If you fancy trying something very different on your next trip to Oxford Street, this might be well worth considering.
More about Jamie Oliver at John Lewis
Where is it? 300 Oxford St, London W1C 1DX
When does it open? Classes start 8 May 2025 and the cafe opens that week.
Find out more: Visit their website or follow them on Instagram @johnlewis.
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