In a flavorful display of global collaboration and culinary enthusiasm, students from Beaulieu School in Jersey have played a vital role in breaking the Guinness World Record for the largest ever cookery class.
Led by world-renowned British chef Jamie Oliver, the virtual class on July 1 saw a staggering 10,515 participants from across the globe join in to learn how to make fresh pasta and tomato sauce — officially smashing the previous record of 6,778 set in 2015.
Among the record-breaking participants were students from Year 8 and Year 10 at Beaulieu School, who tuned in to the live online session from their classrooms. The event was more than just a cooking lesson — it was a unique educational experience that combined fun, skill-building, and international unity.
“It was a great opportunity for our students to learn from one of the best,” said Sarah Friis, Head of Food and Nutrition at Beaulieu School. “The energy was amazing, and the students really enjoyed taking part in something on such a massive scale. It helped boost their confidence and inspired many to explore cooking more seriously.”
The record was officially confirmed last week by Guinness World Records, with Jamie Oliver and his team celebrating the achievement as a win for food education worldwide.
The event aimed to promote healthier eating habits among young people and emphasized the importance of hands-on learning in the kitchen. Students not only followed along with Oliver’s step-by-step instructions but also engaged in conversations about ingredients, sustainability, and the joy of making meals from scratch.
With aprons on and utensils in hand, the students at Beaulieu School didn’t just make pasta — they made history.
