Amazon Chef Saulo Jennings Declines Royal Vegan Request: Championing Sustainable Rainforest Cuisine

Nov 04, 2025 02:48 pm CST

Brazilian chef Saulo Jennings turned down catering Prince William's environmental awards ceremony over demands for a vegan-only menu, highlighting his commitment to showcasing the Amazon's sustainable food ecosystem. As a UN gastronomy ambassador preparing for COP30, Jennings advocates for authentic Amazonian cuisine featuring traditional ingredients like pirarucu fish, cassava, and Brazil nuts as vital tools for rainforest conservation and cultural preservation.