It's so nice that they have James on for a massive, glamorous meal like this! It's like treating him while he's back, rather than putting him to work.😂
Barry's comment at 16:58 about liking this type of kit 'cause they all have kids now makes you realise how far they've travelled in the 14 years they've been going. No longer a bunch of spotty students trying to eat well but cheaply.
This isn’t the first appearance of Chef Banks on this channel, if you remember Mike burning some beetroots in beef tallow all the way back in the first few episodes of Pass-it-on, That was an attempt at replicating Chef Banks recipe!
James is wonderful. I love how they're not together for months, and then they're back together, and it's like no time has passed. Wish he could come back permanently because this epic group is absolutely amazing.
This is easily the best DIY box you have done (as it probably should be), not only because the food is fantastic, but because it encapsulates what I think Michelin star restaurants should be showcasing: Locally sourced, seasonal food prepared with skill and appreciation for the ingredients.
Couldn't agree more! It's the true friendship and trying really hard to make quality, useful, positive-change videos that makes me love this channel so much! It all just wouldn't work if they didn't really, genuinely care about each other.
Love this video. The banter between the boys is everything. And there's a lot less sass from James cuz he's not cooking anything with the normals, just cooking up pre-made Michelin star-level food. Just critique of Jamie's plating. So fun to watch this! It's also amazing just how many videos y'all managed to get in like the two days James came back. Y'all have an incredible team to be able to prep and put these videos out so quickly! Great vid guys!
Baz sounding like he was having a stroke while he ate that fudge. 😂 What a great video!! I would LOVE to try that kit! It all looked so delicious. I love these type of videos. So good to have James back.
Mike's "I don't leave my house anymore" at 17:05 is such a mood. He really justified how priceless (for a parent) this DIY Food Kit experience really would be at home with such a simple yet meaningful line.
I was so thrilled to see another James video that I forgot about commenting. Rewatching on loop for the second time and have to say, I love how affectionate they all are with each other- their friendship really shines through but also it is so refreshing to see guys display genuine platonic affection. while also ribbing each at every opportunity! Cheers for the SORTED team being the complete opposite of toxic masculinity.
I think for a couple with young kids, this would be good. Also, an older couple that doesn't necessarily want to brave restaurants but wants that special option this would work great. Or even just for a fun little date night. Barry was in class form today lol 🙂
That's a really great way to put it; I didn't really consider how calm James is, because for a long time Ben was the "calm, collected chef giving the recipe" in vids. He has a very soft spoken voice, but he loves the guys banter and cracks up from time to time!
Yes, he's the perfect foil for the usually hyperventilating normals. I'm guessing he'll be appearing more while Kush is aay on paternity leave and Ben's holidaying. I hope it continues even after Ben and Kush get back.
James is so much more chill than before he took his break. Sorry whatever he tried didn’t work out but good to see him back. Looking forward to cook offs between him and Kush.
When Jamie said “I’m glad you can’t see under this worktop” I nearly spat out my drink with laughter. Thanks a bunch for that imagery, Jamie, thanks a f**king bunch 😬😂
May I ask you to do a 3 part series about poverty food? More if you want, I'm only asking for 3. You do so many fancy foods, but most of us can't afford those. Other channels have covered hardtack/ship biscuit, gruel, and others from the USA side. I would like to hear it from the British side. Old or new, your choice. Cook food for the poor.
I really like the way they are thinking about how things could be improved for a home cook following the instructions and not just raving about every single thing just cos it came from a Michelin-starred restaurant ❤ having said that, this looks like an amazing meal kit that I’ll never be able to enjoy as I’m outside of the UK 😢
Seeing so many weird and wonderful mushrooms recently makes me want some mushroom themed episodes. An identify competition or mystery box or other challenge that gives us a wide look at all of the varieties and differences in flavor profile. Just seeing that Hen in the forest made my mouth water.
maybe when it's a season, get them directly in the forest and show us how to get the edible ones and how to use them in recipes maybe? kinda like what they did with the herbs when camping?
I love these sorts of videos where it feels like a bunch of friends having a good time. It's what got me watching during covid when I had to shield (I'm disabled) and was lonely and depressed.
So a kit like this looks like it is meant to impress a single person of a couple and it seems to do that well. It doesn't seem to interfere with conversation (I was expecting 7 courses to at least require more time away which would ruin the evening). If the food is as delicious as they say, I would count that as an excellent date splurge or even a date night for an established couple.
I love all of you guys at Sorted Food, but I love seeing James back! I hope he is in more, or even better, is coming back! I had this kit pegged at £175, and even though at £135 it was much cheaper than i thought, i feel it is worth it. For those that dont like fish, you have the charcuterie board. And that beef Wellington could easily feed four (I'd be more than happy with the crusty end 😂) im not one who would go for an expensive meal kit, but get 4 friends, and it is more than enough, and looks absolutely delicious!
I like that this is a genuine review, praising this incredible box but also pointing out little things they’d notice and change like the order of cooking or how the instructions don’t match the picture
There were so many great moments in this video; Barry scoffing everything like a naughty hungry child, Jamie smiling saying how happy he is, Mike gently asking Barry if he was okay twice. What a lovely friendship they have - so beautiful to witness ❤
Would be good to see them do a dish separately from the same ingredients without a time limit - then they all come back in and showcase theirs to each other. See the experts really shine without the chaos :))
@@amyboyle550 i personally like the battles more where all participants are in the kitchen at the same time and maybe even obstructing each other on prupose. but I guess thats just different tastes (no pun intended)
This felt comfortable and satisfying. I think more videos like this would be nice, I love the panic Pass it On creates but I think it's nice to see everybody having a good time just as often
Mike - "So what are we looking for?" James - "We are looking for some blushing." Mike - "Well if James drops his trousers there be some blushing." I think Mike forgot about the breakfast cooking episode where all the guys were in sleepwear expect James as he sleeps nude and the camera crew had to block out the upshots, Ben was sure blushing then. So no not everyone would be upset if James were to drop his trouser, pretty sure there be a fair bit of blushing going on.
Seasonal has taken the place of organic in just a word to charge you more. Greenhouse technology and vertical farming means everything is in season. They do that in the Sonoran desert in Arizona.
Had a salad for supper but now I’ve got to get a little more! I’m drooling! Fun to see James! Hope Ben is having a good time! Hope Kush is enjoying his family time!!
I love seeing James in videos again. He just seems to bring out the little happiness in all the normals (and us too) so the vids with James and his deadpan sarcastic sense of humour are just everything.
Man these are such cool videos. I would love to see more critiques of individual diy meal kits like these. The companies must love it too, real r&d from 2 different perspectives. I totally agree with James, with the order of prep being way more important than by course.
Great episode guys! James looks so happy, I’m glad he’s back this year. My Swiss-French friend once said their Sunday lunches lasted 4 hours; courses were cooked one after another. If you eat that way it makes sense to have a gap between starters and the Beef Wellington.
Fellas you did a great job.. The quality of the products that were showcased !! I have no words to explain my sheer satisfaction in viewing this.. Amazing!!! Lochness Scottish Highlands...
I was drooling throughout and laughing , but I think this Michelin star kit was sent to the perfect folks.. you’ve given them great tips to perhaps for restaurant to edit or even make it easier for “ normal cooks at home” always a high point of our day with you guys ❤❤
thank you so much to the camera operator and editor who saw barry shove a giant piece of beef wellington into his mouth and decided yes, we need to highlight that.
Woohoo! So happy to have James back in the fold! It was wonderful seeing him in the Live Battle Royal this past Saturday! And congrats on the win, James! Also, it was a crazy, chaotic, fun live event! 💗
Looks amazing, a lot of £s but I'd say way worth it as a once a while massive treat 😋 James so good to see you back again, I really hope this is a permanent return! Great video Guys and all of the Sorted team! Much ❤
Just the foil shield would do. Same for anything you're baking, if it starts to look done on top while the middle is raw the foil will help stop browning.
It's so nice that they have James on for a massive, glamorous meal like this! It's like treating him while he's back, rather than putting him to work.😂
Hahaha my thoughts exactly!
Nice way of looking at it 😂
@@SortedFoodYou gotta pamper the Ginger Prince from time to time!
And after this past live show, he is now #KingCurrie, so he got his flowers.🤙
@SortedFood please have James back more! We love him and miss him..kush is OK.. but he's not james!
@kms7527 why not both???
At this point James is like the fun uncle come to watch the kids while the dads are on vacation and I love it
You win the comment of the day… 😂
And Poppy would be the boozy aunt everybody loves and is guaranteed to get the party going.
@@bloemundude I can’t remember if we’ve seen Poppy cook with James or not. But I feel like it would be chaotic fun 🤣
It feels like Kush and Ben are on vacation and asked Uncle James to babysit the kids while they're away.
Barry's comment at 16:58 about liking this type of kit 'cause they all have kids now makes you realise how far they've travelled in the 14 years they've been going. No longer a bunch of spotty students trying to eat well but cheaply.
Yes, I had the same thought!
Barry shoving 3 oz of beef wellington in his mouth and hoping the cameras didn't catch it had me giggling
Mike being the presenter/host/all round professional. Contrasted to Barry just constantly shoving food in his mouth. Brilliant work!
More james videos?! Very happy he's back so often! Mike reflects my mood perfectly!😊😊😊😊
I would love another Pass It On with James!
Love James.
Kush parental leave. The more babies he makes, the more we see James.
Can I just say, probably on behalf of everyone, how much I love seeing James in these videos. What a treat.
This isn’t the first appearance of Chef Banks on this channel, if you remember Mike burning some beetroots in beef tallow all the way back in the first few episodes of Pass-it-on, That was an attempt at replicating Chef Banks recipe!
Wow, fantastic memory! 👏
@@SortedFood ooh that's why I remember about the Black Swan thing
That feels like it would be a pass-it-on or some other quiz/competition question for the boys.
I was going to mention this as well, great memory!
James is wonderful. I love how they're not together for months, and then they're back together, and it's like no time has passed. Wish he could come back permanently because this epic group is absolutely amazing.
This is easily the best DIY box you have done (as it probably should be), not only because the food is fantastic, but because it encapsulates what I think Michelin star restaurants should be showcasing: Locally sourced, seasonal food prepared with skill and appreciation for the ingredients.
There are so many tiny moments that I really love your friendship guys!!! Great episode and hey James!!!
Love this comment 💛
@@SortedFoodlove your content ❤❤❤❤❤❤
Couldn't agree more! It's the true friendship and trying really hard to make quality, useful, positive-change videos that makes me love this channel so much! It all just wouldn't work if they didn't really, genuinely care about each other.
"I'm glad you can't see under this worktable." Oh Jamie 🤣💀🤣💀🤣💀
the fact that there was no reaction
Barry scarfing everything down is wonderful and the best visual recommendation the product could have!
8:03 Mike teaching Barry some manners made me laugh 😂😂
I can understand though, I for one love fresh warm bread and butter!
"I got fudge in my ear hole, thanks!"
The way Barry laughed at that, pretty sure he ended up with some up his nose! Haha
Love this video. The banter between the boys is everything. And there's a lot less sass from James cuz he's not cooking anything with the normals, just cooking up pre-made Michelin star-level food. Just critique of Jamie's plating. So fun to watch this!
It's also amazing just how many videos y'all managed to get in like the two days James came back. Y'all have an incredible team to be able to prep and put these videos out so quickly! Great vid guys!
So glad you enjoyed the vid and James being back! Thanks for watching 😁
@@SortedFood JAMES IS AMAZING ❤️❤️❤️❤️🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
Sass is toned down because I reckon he really missed cooking with sorted
Love seeing James back on the regular! Love Ebbers but James just brings a different energy to the videos, gives us variety!
Baz sounding like he was having a stroke while he ate that fudge. 😂 What a great video!! I would LOVE to try that kit! It all looked so delicious. I love these type of videos. So good to have James back.
He really loved this kit. That fudge was dreamy 🤤
@@SortedFoodit sure was❤❤❤❤❤
"...and straight after that chocolate it works beautifully GIVE ME SOME FUDGE!", Barry wasn't playing with dessert.
Although I really love Kush I started watching when Iames was the Chef. So it's a bit of nostalgia seeing James back.
Enjoy 😁
Mike's "I don't leave my house anymore" at 17:05 is such a mood. He really justified how priceless (for a parent) this DIY Food Kit experience really would be at home with such a simple yet meaningful line.
I was so thrilled to see another James video that I forgot about commenting. Rewatching on loop for the second time and have to say, I love how affectionate they all are with each other- their friendship really shines through but also it is so refreshing to see guys display genuine platonic affection. while also ribbing each at every opportunity! Cheers for the SORTED team being the complete opposite of toxic masculinity.
I think for a couple with young kids, this would be good. Also, an older couple that doesn't necessarily want to brave restaurants but wants that special option this would work great. Or even just for a fun little date night. Barry was in class form today lol 🙂
Definitely - such a good menu that appeals to many 😋
Having james back (for now) feels like old skool sorted is back. I love it.
14:41 "Im glad you can't see under this work top" what are you hiding spaff😂😂😂😂😂😂😂
The calmness of James is what current sorted food doesn't really have
That's a really great way to put it; I didn't really consider how calm James is, because for a long time Ben was the "calm, collected chef giving the recipe" in vids.
He has a very soft spoken voice, but he loves the guys banter and cracks up from time to time!
Yes, he's the perfect foil for the usually hyperventilating normals. I'm guessing he'll be appearing more while Kush is aay on paternity leave and Ben's holidaying. I hope it continues even after Ben and Kush get back.
omg. That's what I've been thinking.
Yes I agree 👍🥰
Are you saying Kush doesn't exude serenity? 😂
The level of friendship you all have was so evident in this video! ❤️
Welcome back, James!
“It’s your welcome back gift!”
Does this mean James is back on the team permanently? 😮
These apparences of james make me very happy! Please make these a regular thing! His sass is amazing 🎉🎉🎉❤❤❤
With a welcome back like that, James will leave more! I wish my friends gave me gifts like this when I see them after a long while 😂
Wouldn’t that be nice if we all got welcome back gifts like this 😆
@@SortedFoodVERY NICE ❤❤❤❤❤
"I've got fudge in my ear hole now, thanks." And both Barry and Mike cracking up is adorable.
0:05 i disagree james! Love to see you AND spaff working together! You make an amazing team🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉
James is so much more chill than before he took his break. Sorry whatever he tried didn’t work out but good to see him back. Looking forward to cook offs between him and Kush.
love that James is back in these videos. His chefy inputs are the best
I have missed these, because it's just good people cooking good food, and it makes me hungry everytime 😋
Soooooo yummy and delicious 🤤
@@SortedFood Yessir
James brightens up every video he takes part in. :)
Hehehe this feels like a celebratory feast for James, such a sweet gesture 🥰
Love the up close shot of Barry stuffing his face with the Welly 😂😎👊
Mike and Baz giggling in unison like a couple of seagulls at 15:24 was absolutely delightful 😂
Read this before I got there but WOW you weren’t exaggerating 😂
When Jamie said “I’m glad you can’t see under this worktop” I nearly spat out my drink with laughter. Thanks a bunch for that imagery, Jamie, thanks a f**king bunch 😬😂
Great video as always guys, great to see James again. My criticism is around packaging, ton of plastic wrapping and trays !
Aww looking at James's enthusiasm reminds me of how he once said he'd spend hundreds on five-hour meals to learn how other chefs cook.
May I ask you to do a 3 part series about poverty food? More if you want, I'm only asking for 3. You do so many fancy foods, but most of us can't afford those. Other channels have covered hardtack/ship biscuit, gruel, and others from the USA side. I would like to hear it from the British side. Old or new, your choice. Cook food for the poor.
I really like the way they are thinking about how things could be improved for a home cook following the instructions and not just raving about every single thing just cos it came from a Michelin-starred restaurant ❤ having said that, this looks like an amazing meal kit that I’ll never be able to enjoy as I’m outside of the UK 😢
Seeing so many weird and wonderful mushrooms recently makes me want some mushroom themed episodes. An identify competition or mystery box or other challenge that gives us a wide look at all of the varieties and differences in flavor profile. Just seeing that Hen in the forest made my mouth water.
maybe when it's a season, get them directly in the forest and show us how to get the edible ones and how to use them in recipes maybe? kinda like what they did with the herbs when camping?
I love these sorts of videos where it feels like a bunch of friends having a good time. It's what got me watching during covid when I had to shield (I'm disabled) and was lonely and depressed.
Is it me or i heard a ,Welcome back by Mike to James?
Mike and Barry chucking together about "fudge in my ear hole" is so pure.
So a kit like this looks like it is meant to impress a single person of a couple and it seems to do that well. It doesn't seem to interfere with conversation (I was expecting 7 courses to at least require more time away which would ruin the evening). If the food is as delicious as they say, I would count that as an excellent date splurge or even a date night for an established couple.
I love the reviews of DIY kits. More PLEASE!!!❤
Is James back as in BACK? I think we'd all love to hear that that is the case!
I think he is just back while Kush is out on parental leave. So we get him for a short time and then he is gone again. :(
@@nanoflower1 Rats! I love Kush but James adds that certain “je ne sais velouté” (yes, I know that’s really Barry’s thing) to the Sorted soup…😉
I love all of you guys at Sorted Food, but I love seeing James back! I hope he is in more, or even better, is coming back!
I had this kit pegged at £175, and even though at £135 it was much cheaper than i thought, i feel it is worth it. For those that dont like fish, you have the charcuterie board. And that beef Wellington could easily feed four (I'd be more than happy with the crusty end 😂) im not one who would go for an expensive meal kit, but get 4 friends, and it is more than enough, and looks absolutely delicious!
James is by far my favourite person, glad he's back in more videos now.
I like that this is a genuine review, praising this incredible box but also pointing out little things they’d notice and change like the order of cooking or how the instructions don’t match the picture
It's soo good to see James having a good time with the 3 amigos!
8:20 milke looking at baz after he didn't cheers the bread is utterly hilarious
There were so many great moments in this video; Barry scoffing everything like a naughty hungry child, Jamie smiling saying how happy he is, Mike gently asking Barry if he was okay twice. What a lovely friendship they have - so beautiful to witness ❤
Jamie casually implying that the dessert made him stiff knocked the wind out of my lungs.
The black swan? If I remember rightly they mentioned this in a pass it on when Mike tried to cook beetroot in beef dripping?
That’s correct! Fantastic memory 👏
James seems so comfortable and happy, love it!
James, yay! I'm so excited to see him in more videos. I love these types of videos about how to make cooking more inmate. Thanks ☺
James AGAIN!!! what a treat 🥰
The kids (normals) love when they've got the substitute teacher!
Since James is back, it is time:
Chef vs Chef vs Chef battle!
Would be good to see them do a dish separately from the same ingredients without a time limit - then they all come back in and showcase theirs to each other. See the experts really shine without the chaos :))
@@amyboyle550 i personally like the battles more where all participants are in the kitchen at the same time and maybe even obstructing each other on prupose.
but I guess thats just different tastes (no pun intended)
A cool video idea would be maybe a couple of you guys putting together a meal kit and seeing if the others can execute it and it turns out good?
Love that idea! The normals get the home kit, the chefs just get the same ingredients and the menu description!
This felt comfortable and satisfying. I think more videos like this would be nice, I love the panic Pass it On creates but I think it's nice to see everybody having a good time just as often
love the kits videos the vibe is always so fun and laid back
Mike - "So what are we looking for?"
James - "We are looking for some blushing."
Mike - "Well if James drops his trousers there be some blushing."
I think Mike forgot about the breakfast cooking episode where all the guys were in sleepwear expect James as he sleeps nude and the camera crew had to block out the upshots, Ben was sure blushing then. So no not everyone would be upset if James were to drop his trouser, pretty sure there be a fair bit of blushing going on.
Wow, loved this vid so much! Love seeing you James 🎉🎉🎉
James’s insight on recipe development/normals instruction is very useful in this video.
Seasonal has taken the place of organic in just a word to charge you more. Greenhouse technology and vertical farming means everything is in season. They do that in the Sonoran desert in Arizona.
Had a salad for supper but now I’ve got to get a little more! I’m drooling! Fun to see James! Hope Ben is having a good time! Hope Kush is enjoying his family time!!
I love seeing James in videos again. He just seems to bring out the little happiness in all the normals (and us too) so the vids with James and his deadpan sarcastic sense of humour are just everything.
Mike Reflects me when Sorted food is in my feed! Yaayyyy Sorteeed haha
ahhhh so happy james is back!!!!
Love love love having James back! And such a cool type of episode, too!
Man these are such cool videos. I would love to see more critiques of individual diy meal kits like these. The companies must love it too, real r&d from 2 different perspectives. I totally agree with James, with the order of prep being way more important than by course.
Awesome! Great to have James in another video!! 😊
Great episode guys! James looks so happy, I’m glad he’s back this year. My Swiss-French friend once said their Sunday lunches lasted 4 hours; courses were cooked one after another. If you eat that way it makes sense to have a gap between starters and the Beef Wellington.
Such a brilliant video, really enjoyed watching that.
Always good to see James join the crew, loved the video :)
Makes my mouth water the whole time I was watching them cook and eat this feast. Yummm
Great Vlog! Absolutely would buy this if it was available where I lived 😊 please do more of these!
Yay, Jaaaames! This was a fun video for sure. That kit looks amazing.
An idea - cook as many dishes as possible from a supermarket 'discount' box (ie Lidl's Too good to waste)
I loved seeing Jamie grow in confidence with his plating :) Such a great moment when he did the wellington! Yes Jamie!!
Fellas you did a great job.. The quality of the products that were showcased !! I have no words to explain my sheer satisfaction in viewing this.. Amazing!!! Lochness Scottish Highlands...
I'm glad James is back, soz lads but he's my favourite chef person!
I was drooling throughout and laughing , but I think this Michelin star kit was sent to the perfect folks.. you’ve given them great tips to perhaps for restaurant to edit or even make it easier for “ normal cooks at home” always a high point of our day with you guys ❤❤
YAY! Happy to see James back for an episode! Not a bad price for what you're getting.
"I'm glad you can't see under this worktop" Jamie Spafford!! Nice to know you'll provide the 😳 when Ben's not around 😂
Barry was killing me in this video😆🤣😂
Another lovely video. Thank You for letting us join in vicariously through you. Looked incredible.
Glad you enjoyed it!
@@SortedFood😊😊😊❤❤❤
thank you so much to the camera operator and editor who saw barry shove a giant piece of beef wellington into his mouth and decided yes, we need to highlight that.
so nice to see James back in business, he's such a lovely guy :)
Woohoo! So happy to have James back in the fold! It was wonderful seeing him in the Live Battle Royal this past Saturday! And congrats on the win, James! Also, it was a crazy, chaotic, fun live event! 💗
So glad seeing James more often. He's such a kind an modest guy, despite his great talent and knowledge.
Mike saying "I don't leave my house anymore" will be a meme soon
Looks amazing, a lot of £s but I'd say way worth it as a once a while massive treat 😋 James so good to see you back again, I really hope this is a permanent return! Great video Guys and all of the Sorted team! Much ❤
I agree with James, the beef looked very underdone - quite raw in the middle. How would you rectify that without burning the pastry?
Foil shield for the pastry and apply blowtorch. You have a blowtorch at home, don't you? ;)
Just the foil shield would do. Same for anything you're baking, if it starts to look done on top while the middle is raw the foil will help stop browning.