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With 20 years of elite kitchen experience, Chef James Makinson shares professional French, Spanish, and British culinary secrets to help you master fine dining at home.
With nearly two decades of experience in some of Europe's most prestigious kitchens, Chef James Makinson brings world-class culinary expertise directly to your screen. Having honed his craft under industry icons like Jason Atherton, Phil Carmichael, Jean-François Malle, and Antonio Saez, James’s pedigree spans legendary venues including Berners Tavern in London, La Rotonde in Lyon, and Hotel Arts Barcelona. On his channel, James translates this formidable background in British, French, and Spanish gastronomy into accessible, inspiring tutorials designed for the home kitchen. Viewers can expect a masterclass in classic and contemporary techniques, from perfecting complex sauces to mastering precise knife skills. For working chefs and ambitious home cooks alike, his videos offer a rare, behind-the-scenes look at professional discipline and kitchen organisation. Rather than just sharing recipes, James demystifies high-end restaurant standards, teaching the fundamental principles behind every step. Whether you are looking to lift your weekday meals or refine your professional repertoire, his structured approach and passion for mentorship provide an invaluable resource for culinary growth.
78:34Discover the culinary mechanics of preparing succulent, moisture-rich pork chops as professional chef James Makinson analyses the classic techniques of Chef Jean-Pierre.
22:25Professional chef James Makinson dissects the viral Asmongold burger disaster, explaining the culinary science behind why adding olive oil directly to ground beef ruins texture, structural integrity, and the searing process.
19:27A professional chef's breakdown of the viral "Dollar Store Pad Thai" controversy, examining the culinary pitfalls of extreme budget substitutions like spaghetti for rice noodles, and how to maintain authentic flavor profiles on a budget.
13:04Professional chef James Makinson critiques a viral poutine recipe, offering essential insights into potato frying techniques, cheese curd chemistry, and the science of the perfect gravy cling.
21:33A professional analysis of Chef Wang Gang's masterclass egg fried rice technique, as evaluated by chef James Makinson, Adam Liaw, and Uncle Roger.
13:14When classic French culinary technique meets traditional egg fried rice, things get chaotic. Professional chef James Makinson reviews Chef Jean-Pierre's wok-free approach, examining whether flat-bottomed pans and Western methods can truly deliver a restaurant-quality stir-fry.
70:13Professional chef James Makinson deconstructs the controversial butter chicken debate sparked by Uncle Roger's reaction to Jamie Oliver's recipe, exploring traditional techniques versus simplified adaptations.
22:59Professional chef James Makinson breaks down the viral egg fried rice debate, dissecting essential wok techniques, rice preparation, and how to handle culinary criticism.
Shorts from Chef James Makinson
Sixty-second clips — one idea, one trick, no preamble.
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