Chef Jean-Pierre is a James Beard Nominee Chef, TV Personality and the Author of 3 Cookbooks with 54 years’ experience as a Professional Chef. He opened and ran one of America’s best 100 restaurants for 22 years and a cooking school with 40,000 students for more than 20 years.
The Chef hosted over 200 cooking shows which were distributed on PBS in every television market in the US as well as China and Australia. The Chef appeared on the Today Show 28 times as well as and has been a guest on Larry King, Regis and Kathie Lee and The Lifetime Channel.
After many years he is coming out of retirement to once again teach and entertain us with a fun and easy approach to Gourmet Cooking!
Come learn to cook with Chef Jean-Pierre, making cooking fun for everyone.
As Chef Jean-Pierre would say….”Even a child could do it!”
From Chef Jean-Pierre. Well hello there, my dear friends! This video is a little different—no chef coat, no recipe, just a heart-to-heart. After 58 years in the kitchen and barely any breaks, I’ve finally decided it’s time to slow down and enjoy life beyond the sauté pan. So yes, I’m taking some time off! But…
From Chef Jean-Pierre. Hello There Friends! In this PASTA SAUCE MASTER CLASS, I’m sharing five of my favorite pasta recipes—not just because they’re delicious, but because each one teaches a technique you’ll use for life. The mac and cheese is my way of showing you how to make a classic Mornay sauce (one of the…
From Chef Jean-Pierre. This is one of those easy one-pot meals that hits all the right notes—crispy golden chicken, creamy baby potatoes, sweet peas, and a nice zesty pop from the lemon. It sounds Italian, but it’s not. And who cares? It’s simple, it’s loaded with flavor, and you’ll want to make it again and…
From Chef Jean-Pierre. Massaman Curry like you’ve never had it before, my friends! We’re doing it the Chef Jean-Pierre way — tender beef slowly simmered in a rich, spicy-sweet coconut curry loaded with aromatics, roasted peanuts, and two kinds of sweet potatoes. It’s warm, complex, and absolutely unforgettable. And no, we’re not poaching beef in…
From Chef Jean-Pierre. That’s it, my friends! A flaky, perfectly cooked fish with a buttery, citrusy sauce and a gorgeous crispy skin, all finished with a tangy caper-lemon butter. It’ll make you feel like you’re sitting at a fine bistro. Don’t be afraid of fish anymore—it’s simple, fast, and oh-so-satisfying. Until next time, bon appétit!…
From Chef Jean-Pierre. My friends, this dessert is a celebration of cherries and custard that’s like a cross between a custard and a pancake — no fuss, no dough, just pure joy in every bite. And best of all? Even if you’ve never baked a day in your life, I promise you can make this.…
From Chef Jean-Pierre. Bonjour, my dear friends! Today we’re bringing back a little bit of history—Chicken Marengo may have been Napoleon’s favorite! It is a rustic French dish with tomatoes, wine, garlic, and a touch of lemon zest at the end that will make your tastebuds say merci beaucoup! Simple, humble ingredients. One pot. Pure…
From Chef Jean-Pierre. Hello There Friends! If jambalaya and paella had a delicious baby, this would be it! This one-pot wonder blends the smoky richness of Cajun cooking with the golden saffron soul of Spanish Paella. It’s perfect for a weekend dinner with friends or a special night with the family. It takes a little…
From Chef Jean-Pierre. Hello There Friends! Today we’re bringing the flavors of Provence right into your kitchen with a beautiful classic dish: Roasted bell peppers stuffed with classic ratatouille and barley. It’s colorful, hearty, and full of fresh summer vegetables like zucchini, eggplant, and tomatoes. You’ll learn how to properly roast the peppers, sauté vegetables…
From Chef Jean-Pierre. Hello There Friends! What do you get when buffalo wings and chicken parmesan fall in love? This glorious dish! We’re taking that crispy, golden fried chicken, smothering it with a buttery, spicy buffalo-tomato sauce, a little mozzarella, and even a touch of blue cheese if you dare. Served with garlicky broccolini and…
From Chef Jean-Pierre. Hello There Friends! Enjoy a quick and delicious twist on the French Classic Coq Au Vin! Tender chicken thighs, smoky bacon, caramelized mushrooms, and a luscious red wine sauce come together with penne pasta in just 30 minutes. A hearty, comforting dish that’s full of rich, timeless flavors — perfect for an…
From Chef Jean-Pierre. Well hello there, my friends! If you’ve ever wanted to make a dish that satisfies everyone at the table—vegetarians included—this one is a knockout. It’s my meatless spin on a classic Bolognese, and I promise you, it delivers on flavor, texture, and comfort. We build it like the real thing—layer by layer—with…
From Chef Jean-Pierre. Hello There Friends! These Cheese Raviolis are not your average pasta pillows—oh no, my friends! We’re talking about rich ricotta blended with creamy goat cheese, mascarpone, and Brie, stuffed inside delicate homemade pasta sheets, with a hidden surprise: a silky quail egg yolk inside! And the sauce? A luscious Marsala reduction with…
From Chef Jean-Pierre. FRENCH ONION PASTA With Crispy Leeks and All the Love from Chef Jean-Pierre Bonjour my friends! Today, I’m turning one of the greatest soups ever invented—the French Onion Soup—into a luscious, creamy pasta dish. Yes, you heard me right! French Onion Pasta! We’re talking deeply caramelized onions, a splash of wine, creamy…