Cooking can often feel like a chore, even for the self-proclaimed foodies out there. When you don’t know what you’re doing or perhaps you’re lacking confidence in the kitchen, putting together a recipe can seem rather daunting.
If you’re floundering around in the kitchen amongst pots, pans, timers and chaos, you’re not alone. Or maybe you’re already an accomplished cook just looking for some extra tips? Fortunately there are plenty of experienced chefs on YouTube ready to help.
Videos are a great way to follow a recipe, it’s easier to visualise and much easier to tell if something has gone wrong!
Join us as we explore some of the best cooking channels on YouTube.
Top 12 Cooking YouTubers
This list was made using the reviews and opinions of users on Favoree and Reddit.
In no particular order:
1. Food Wishes – 4.5M Subscribers
Chef John from Food Wishes shares an array of delicious recipes on his channel, covering every course. If you’re planning to host a dinner party anytime soon, this is the place to look!
Each video follows a simple format, close up camera shots and easy to follow instructions, making these videos perfect for all skill levels.
2. Kenji Lopez-Alt – 1.5M Subscribers
J. Kenji López-Alt, chef and award-winning cookbook author, is sharing his talents with the internet over on his YouTube channel.
He films cooking videos POV-style with an action camera attached to his head, going the extra mile to make sure viewers get to see all the tricks of the trade!
3. America’s Test Kitchen – 2.2M Subscribers
America’s Test Kitchen is actually a TV show that tests recipes against science. As you can imagine, their YouTube value has a production value similar to that of a TV show, creating clean cut, well-written videos.
The channel explores all elements of cooking, but they mainly specialise in testing various different methods and providing visual results. If you’re wondering how to improve your steak or get to grips with knife skills, America’s Test Kitchen could be useful for you.
4. Binging with Babish – 10.2M Subscribers
This can be anything from television to video games! Whether you’ve been dreaming of Butterbeer, eyeing up a Krabby Patty or you simply want to wow your next dinner guests, this channel will have the answers!
5. Chinese Cooking Demystified – 905K Subscribers
If you’re looking to delve into some Chinese recipes, this channel is a comprehensive guide to learning how to make authentic Chinese food. Their content is of high quality and well-organized, categorizing their content by cuisine, level of skill and suitability for vegetarians.
They even separate their videos into chapters! The most notable detail about Chinese Cooking Demystified, aside from the tasty food, is that they always provide information about the cultural origins of the recipe, helping viewers to feel fully immersed in the experience.
6. Serious Eats – 380K Subscribers
Serious Eats was created by food critic Ed Levine, so you would expect to find some seriously good recipes on this channel.
Built by food enthusiasts, this channel is dedicated to sharing delicious recipes, trusted techniques and culinary knowledge reinforced by science. Although they have not been active on YouTube for some time, this channel is still home to over 450 videos that supply quality culinary tips.
7. Joshua Weissman – 8.8M Subscribers
Want to brush up on your general food knowledge? Joshua Weissman, food vlogger, explores all the curiosities of an avid foodie.
He combines entertaining and upbeat videos with educational cooking content, such as his ‘100 food hacks I learned in restaurant’ video. Scrolling through Joshua Weissman’s channel, you are bound to learn a thing or two!
8. Sip and Feast – 800K Subscribers
Chef James Delmage specialises in Italian-American cuisine, having learned the secrets to a great Italian dish from his grandma.
This channel showcases hundreds of flavourful recipes to choose from, finished with a unique New-York twist which is a signature from Sip and Feast. If you’re looking to step up your pasta game, you may find that this channel is a good place to start.
9. Not Another Cooking Show – 1.1M Subscribers
This channel claims its main goal is to inspire more confidence in cooking! Food vlogger, Stephen Cusato, describes his cooking style as ‘modern Italian grandma’, aiming to create a reputable source for effective recipes online.
Although particularly knowledgeable in Italian food, his videos embrace techniques from all over the world, delivered with thorough explanations, demonstrations and a fun and upbeat energy!
10. Maangchi – 6.3M Subscribers
This channel is bursting with flavour! The creator of Maangchi was born and raised in Korea and mainly produces authentic Korean recipes. She uploaded her first video in 2007 and now has over 500 videos available on her channel.
Whether you are just starting out or already a seasoned chef, Maangchi covers a variety of dishes ranging in level of skill, inclusive for anyone who would like to explore the world of Korean cooking!
11. Adam Ragusea – 2.4M Subscribers
Adam Ragusea is all about getting down to business, bringing us a no-frills, straightforward cooking channel.
He makes clear and effective step by step recipes and a lot of informational videos using basic food science such as his popular ‘Why Rare Steak is Safe — but NOT Rare Chicken’ video. This is a great choice if you’re just looking to cook not garnish!
12. Helen Rennie – 540K Subscribers
Chef Helen describes her channel as a “place where we cook with heart and science”. Alongside running a cooking school, she also shares her culinary skills with us, uploading regular tips and tricks style videos on YouTube.
Helen often explores recipes that lean towards the ‘fancier’ side of cooking, creating beautiful dishes with some less common ingredients and showing her viewers how to prepare them. This channel will give you some unique recipes to add to your roster and show off your skills at dinner time!
Whether you’re trying to develop your kitchen skills, explore new flavours, or simply take up a new hobby, these cooking YouTubers are dedicated to guiding you along the way. If you want to find more channels about cooking here is a list of more than 100 food channels on Youtube.
And if you liked this article, you might like our list of top vegan YouTube channels. Bon appétit!
FAQ
1. Do cooking channels on YouTube make money?
Yes, cooking channels on YouTube can make money through various means such as advertising revenue, sponsorships, and selling merchandise or cookbooks.
2. What is the most viewed cooking video on YouTube?
As of January 2024, the most viewed cooking video on YouTube is the recipe for “Chocolate Lava Cake” by Tasty, with millions of views.
3. What is the difference between cooking and cuisine?
Cooking refers to the act of preparing food, while cuisine encompasses a specific style or method of cooking, often associated with a particular culture or region.
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