Gordon Ramsay's Harsh Reaction To American Mom Cooking A 'British Classic'

Gordon Ramsay isn’t known for holding back. As the star of series such as Ramsay’s Kitchen Nightmares and Hell’s Kitchen, the TV Chef has made a name for himself with his entertaining tirades as much as his cooking. But one American woman’s recipe for a British classic almost drove the well-known personality over the edge.

American Transplant

The lady who drew Ramsay’s ire was an American named Michelle. Michelle – who comes from North Carolina, but who now resides in Britain – has won a following on social media thanks to her take on classic British recipes. The mom-of-three has a dedicated YouTube channel called “Traveling Family of Five,” which details their adventures as “Americans living in the U.K., and exploring Europe.”

Controversial Take

Michelle’s YouTube channel has nearly 7,000 subscribers, all of whom are treated to content ranging from the family’s take on British food to various challenges. Michelle also shares with her 205,000 followers on TikTok. And it’s fair to say that her interpretations of British classics have left natives of the British Isles feeling less than impressed.

Catching Ramsay's Attention

Indeed, it wasn’t long before Michelle’s videos attracted the attention of someone who holds British cuisine close to his heart. Gordon Ramsay is known on both sides of the Atlantic for his culinary skills. Yet the TV chef also has a temper that’s frequently on show across his hit television series. Michelle was the latest in a long line of budding chefs to find herself on the receiving end of Ramsay’s barbs.

U.K. Man Through And Through

Ramsay was born in Scotland, but he was brought up in England. As a youngster, he enjoyed soccer. In fact, he very nearly made it as a professional with Glasgow Rangers, before an injured knee put paid to his aspirations. Forced to reconsider his options, Ramsay went back to school and secured a hotel management qualification.