Jamie Oliver says he's 'grateful for second chances' after being given an opportunity to partially reopen his Italian restaurant chain - seven years after its spectacular collapse. Oliver also revealed her was 'really excited and grateful' to be back in the kitchen at Jamie's Italian, after a lengthy absence. In 2017, the restaurant chain lost almost £20million and was forced to close several of its branches. By 2018, Jamie's Italian was struggling with debts of £71.5million. Now, the new branch of Jamie's Italian, which is aiming to sell classic pasta dishes at accessible prices, is opening in partnership with Brava Hospitality Group, the team behind Prezzo Italian.

Source: Daily Mail March 11, 2026 21:34 UTC