Gordon Ramsay On Chef Who Created Him 

"I have made more mistakes as a cook than anybody else I know." - Marco Pierre White

Marco's impact on the culinary world will never fully be appreciated until long after he's passed. There will be many books and movies about him. He was a revolutionary, the first real rock-star celebrity chef, for better or worse.

Marco is one hell of a teacher. That's why Gordon is so strict towards young chefs. He wants them to succeed.

Marco was an absolute maverick and force. So nice to see Ramsey has buried the hatchet and shows him the respect he deserves

I swear there's multiple Ramsay's around the world. He's always working on like 6 shows, doing interviews, doing his RU-vid channel, Doinyamom, cooking for the family, etc. He never stops to take a breath. It's just go, go, go. Wish I had that mindset.

I've been in the industry for almost 20 years, and he is absolutley right. Learn everything, understand everything. There is always someone to learn from.

This has got to be the most he's spoken about Marco. Glad to see the respect is still there.

Marco to Gordon: " Cry or don't cry. It's your choice."

I don’t think people really understand how much Gordon just gifted us the keys to success right here. Not fluff about “put your head down and work hard”, but the actual perspective you need to have to be the success you want to be.

I think people overlook that Gordon is extremely intelligent, a longer interview like this really shows it

I was lucky enough to meet MPW in Western Australia a few years ago at an event. A remarkable presenter and communicator, with that rarest of quality of unbridled passion. Unstoppable, a force of nature. Really enjoyed Gordon Ramsay’s differentiation between confidence and arrogance.

Great to hear Gordon acknowledge Marco's influence on his career. I also recall an interview with Marco when he talked about Gordon and said it wasn't a question of if Gordon would get 3 Michelin stars, just a question of when.

"learn to dance in the storm" - what a quote...

I want to see Marco and Gordon in the same room again, talking for at least an hour.

“The Devil In The Kitchen” is a book I think every aspiring chef should read.Shows that perfection is possible, but it’s back breaking, life consuming, and thankless work. You have to love it to subject yourself to this kind of life.

Interesting to hear him reflect on his childhood - not embarrassed about his mum, but understanding that the difference he felt was being imposed on him.

I have huge admiration for Gordon Ramsey - his work ethic is off the scale. He strikes me as being decent, not afraid to tell people uncomfortable truths, and what I like most is that if he sees promise in someone, he will mentor them and pass on his immense knowledge. Yes, he effs and jeffs a lot, but for good reason, I think.

The thing about Gordon is that he's just a source of inspiration, kind of regardless of whether or not you're a chef yourself, I think that's exactly why so many people appreciate him.

He reminds me a lot of my dad. If you're going to do a job, do it the best, the first time... and curse you're way through fixing the mistakes. He's a great man.

"Arrogance is mouthing off that you can do it and not living up to the potential." 🤘☺️🤘

He talks like a special forces soldier. The same qualities are there, leadership, dedication, resilience, humility, learning.

"Learn to dance in the storm." I love this so much. Life never stops and will never be without its storms.

"Learn to dance in the storm" what a sick quote from uncle Gordon

This makes me so happy to witness Gordon Ramsay giving his true thoughts about Marco despite having some personal issues about Marco in the past.

One of the best episodes of Parts Unknown featured Marco Pierre White. Great insight into a culinary genius.

I don't think I've ever seen Gordon enjoy an interview so much. He left his ego at the door with this one it seems.

I'm sure everyone here has RU-vidd everything there is to RU-vid about Marco Pierre White. He's absolutely amazing to watch.

This is why I respect Gordon Ramsay worked his way up from nothing so humble, awesome family I'd love so much to meet him my dream

Gordon's wisdom is GOLD. Pierre White nurtured what was there, and in turn, Gordon too became a phenomenal mentor. I wish there were more like him - regardless of the walk or industry. On a side not... damn but Gordon is rocking that awesome black jacket, would LOVE to get one exactly the same

Good job interviewing him, you asked a lotta interesting questions and gave him the room. ❤

That was one of the warmer interviews I've seen Ramsay do. There is a lot to be learned from it.

A suggestion , the title Gordon Ramsay on Marco Pierre White would garner more attention and views.

I worked for a few nights out of curiosity at Aubergine resteraunt too see what it was like to work in a Michelin starred establishment, I was a head chef in a South Bank restaurant at the time , to be honest I remember Marcus Warring more than Gordon , Marcus was his Sous chef , was a very quiet , confident and extremely pleasant personality, and I liked him very much , Gordon at the time was an animal during Service , but a gentleman afterwards, I will never forget my experience, to all future chefs thinking of starting a career in the kitchen , you either take the Michelin route and work in the best kitchens from day one , and you’ll end up in charge of one , or you work in mediocre establishments, and make a fair living but you will never be the same heights as Marcus or Gordon , my advice for what it’s worth would be too become a pastry chef , more reasonable hours , better wages , less stress and more respect from your head chefs as they usually can’t do pastry and rely on you 😊but you have too make that commitment to learn pastry from the beginning of your career and learn pastry only .

GREAT interview Jay....asked many hard questions & " extracted " some great responses from Gordon.... quite frankly I've never seen him more " vulnerable & yet open... without backing down "....answered all the questions in DETAIL, with honesty & respect.... Thumbs up to you both !

It’s wonderful to see someone who is grateful to the people who helped them reach their success. No man is an island but Gordon can now stand alone.

Interviewer did a hell of a job. Great questions, even better answers.

You forget what a brilliant chef he is and the drive and talent he has.

Most enjoyable conversation I've ever heard from Ramsay. I enjoy watching his cooking videos, always learn something useful. Maybe he's really not a beast to work for/with. Congrats to him on his journey.

Gosh, what a great interview! Very good interviewer, thoughtful and provoking questions. And obviously Gordon is so interesting to listen to

these are incredible interview questions, really well done from the high performance crew.

Precise interviewer, Proud chef= Perfect interview.

The list of great chefs Marco has trained is staggering.

There is actually video of Gordon working for him. It’s so odd because Gordon is just in the background, and doesn’t say anything. He just takes orders. “Yes chef…”

He could be talking about anything. There are so many parallels to being successful in other disciplines or any discipline. Nice clip.

Just stumbled upon this channel. Great channel, great interview. Looking forward to more!

Great interview. Captivating all the way through.

I’ve been waiting for this interview for years. Finally

I am so glad that they left their differences behind and now honoring each other's contributions and success.

Awesome interview. Great questions and inspiring answers

You don’t hear chef Ramsey talk shop often, but I could listen to this all day

Knowing all the positions in a restaurant is crucial as it is in any small business.

Both great chefs🎉. Yes Marco is impressive, his everyday simple cooking is still very impressive, complex and simple at the same time… art.

Wow the first question Gordon answers really speaks for itself. That is the perfection and discipline I’m striving for in my trade aswell and I’m seeking for my own individuality after working alongside my mentor of 64 years old who’s about to retire this year… I think this is something everyone can do with or without a great teacher

it's good to see him appreciate and acknowledge Marco as the man who showed him the way

Brilliant. Gordon's an inspirational role model and not just to aspiring chefs but in general life. My favorite point in this interview is where Gordon clarifies the difference between arrogance and confidence. Arrogance comes from vanity, which leads nowhere. Confidence comes from consistent hard work and staying grounded.

Probably the best Gordon Ramsey interview I’ve seen.

A good person on top is vital to getting anyone to be as good as they can be, being able to make people believe they can work better is a lot more important than just telling them to

Great questions from the interviewer. Made for a great interview.

Glad to see that how Gordon explaining and acknowledging how Marco the monster turning him into a beast and now he is a monster himself too.

I encountered MPW for the first time last year when searching for "the" Boeuf Bourguignon recipe I wanted for Xmas. Long story short, I must have watched MPW "Boeuf Bourguignon with Wild Mushrooms" vid about a 1,000 times because I found that I had to look closely at what he was doing not just his commentary. He gives you all the information in the actual cooking. The end result, with some exchanges I had to make for ingredient availability, was the best beef dish I've made in 70+ years. The multi-layers of flavor were simply incomparable. I can die happy. He tosses instructions away in his running commentary, but don't be fooled. Look at his actions--what he's actually doing. There's the teaching.

Of all the years that I have watched the many different Gordon Ramsey shows, this seems like one of the most genuine and honest statements.

'Marco put food on a plate like Picasso' When I put food on a plate, it's defo more Jackson Pollock than Picasso! Nice to hear G.R being reflective, philosophical and (dare I say it) humble.

Audio quality is crazy 👌🏽

Great interview mate.

Another great video 2 videos in I’m adding you. You have embodied the right formula to get your guest’s to talk freely

I love binge watching MPW on Australian Masterchef as a mentor. Here in Latin US we have a movie called stand and deliver, an 80s movie about being an inner city teacher. Gives me similar vibes. They want the best for you

The pixelation of Marco Pierre White's face in the thumbnail makes him look like a playable character in Mortal Kombat 2

I have nothing but complete unequivocal awe for Gordon. He is actually the Bruce Lee of cheffing. There is nothing that could stop him being better than he was yesterday and he demands everyone around him does the same. The things that sets him apart is he has the biggest heart and comes from pure love

Gordon is a genius and an inspiration. Paying respect to his mentor is further proof.

Marco is the best chef in the world for sure.

confidence is knowing how a dough will perform based on touch and consistency, through literal thousands of replications of recipes that you have adjusted over decades of experiences

great interviewing

What an interview, really good questions what made it possible to get such an amazing conversation. And then Gordon, I've been a fan of him for some time now. But this, the lessons he is sharing and giving just really hit me. Straight forward, but as honest as you can. I'll be busy, getting my sh!t together. . Thank you to both gentleman, be well lads.

Amazing how philosophy even connects to making food. It's the same pattern of pushing yourself to become the best of your craft, whatever it might be.

Marco & Gordon need to do a program together at some point. With their similar background and vast knowledge of not only food but life itself, I think it would be super both inspiring and entertaining for all to see

A teacher teaches; a mentor inspires. It is hard to find someone that pushes you to you exceed where they could never achieve and will always be there as the guiding figure when you feel lost.

Routh Road, Wandsworth common, not far from Harveys. Marco and a lot of the staff lived there, over the fence, at the end of our garden! One night they had a tomato fight in their garden with crates of rotten tomatoes. The next day the house was red . Happy Days..(early eighties I think).

Great interview ❤

MPW the GOAT. Go find the video of him chopping an onion. Elite

The last answer really spoke to me for what the team Im a part of has been going through.

1:14 I understand that completely, that "damn, ive got here, im doing it well, now i must improve".

Good questions from the interviewer!!

good job you blurred it out in the thumbnail so you didn’t spoil the video.

This is such a great motivational interview but I'm not familiar with the term "mathing off" so I've had to listen to this multiple times as I take notes

Gordon is elite. Everything he does is to a high standard. Massive work ethic. Read his autobiography 'Humble Pie' if you want to have a deeper understanding of the man.

Marco was not an easy guy to work for. I'm glad he learned from him and others. I do like Gordon Ramsay. He learned young. It's not the same learning when you're older. Thank you, Chef!

If you are a professional chef working in a high pressure environment then yes take inspiration from MPW and to a lesser extent Gordon Ramsay, who I also admire but personally don’t think he could lace Marcos boots. However if you want inspiration to be a good HOME cook, then for me there is no better than Chef Jean Pierre. A retired French/Italian chef who now has his own RU-vid channel, he is the polar opposite of MPW and GR, nobody in my 30 years of cooking has inspired me more to get in the kitchen and cook than Jean Pierre, he’s fantastic.

Props to the interviewer he did a great job here

That kids at lunch story EXPLAINS EVERYTHING as to why he occassinally insults posh customers telling him hes food is not good enough, the personal insults to them are like hes firing back at the "better off kids" in his old school... also explains why he melts down in hells kitchen when the food isnt good enough, his mind feels hes slipping back to being that kid in the poor food que... makes sense.

Great questions. This was fascinating.

Gordon is an inspirational dude and Marco is a god damn legend.

Glad you guys pixelated Marco's picture in the thumbnail. Damn near impossible to recognize him there!

Some people can take their knowledge, and execute a situation regardless of the stressors, and while being afraid to fail you almost feel like you can't. Any doubt and your hosed.

Imagine being 22 in charge of a 2 star Michelin restaurant. Obviously marco seen perfection in gordon ramsay.

its really cool to see Gordon being himself and not the angry character he plays on tv

"When the shit hits the fan, learn to dance in the storm." Damn.

Marco is something different entireIy; Best and most infIuentiaI cook since Escoffier: "You have to recognize that mother nature is the artist, you're just the cook"; You reaIIy can't find that anywhere eIse

Marco and Gordon are the best chefs

What a force, Marco and Ramsey side by side, unbeatable force I remember having a lunchtime voucher, it does make you pish yourself when older

You always must be thankful for those people who did something for your life and Gordon knows it better than anyone. So, thank you Marco for turning Gordon into the chef we all know.