I've Never EVER Met a Ramen Chef Like This (GEEK LVL99 😱)
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"cooking is just science and the chef is there to bring poetry into it" I couldn't have said it better myself
Wall quote in the making
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@@kohakuaiko Haha same
Yeah, I couldn't help but think that they way they were speaking about balance sounded like they were talking about story instead.
Gaii
Jean’s passion for ramen and Japan is overflowing. This guy is to ramen what Rick Bayless is to Mexican food. A clear love, understanding, and respect for a foreign culture from an outside’s perspective.
Perfect comparison with Rick… so true.
You didnt follow proto buddy, you're done.
Without Rick’s pretense!
@@accordionbabethat’s your perspective…
YASSSSS, glad Rick is getting attention - love his translation of mexican - close to the real thing as possible with maybe a tweak here or there for the american kitchen
It's never boring to listen to anybody speaking about their passion.
true, any profession.
That's not what my ex said
@@PyromancerRift that's why she's fortunately your ex
this guy especially he has an amazing quote for every situation. "the 6th element is the balance" that was crazy
Its contagious even, makes you want to also pursue yours.
The name "Kodawari" says it all, it's a noun stem (that can be used alone) of the verb "kodawaru" (拘る), which in Japanese means to obsess/fuss over something to a crazy degree. :)
So basically the name is something like "Obsession"? Nice restaurant name indeed! And I'm sure it has lots more connotations in Japanese
precisely, it is the kind of obsession that makes someone constantly look at, touch on, and think over one thing, with care to the finest details.
Thank you for explaining!
I found it strange that a French restaurant serving ramen would be named after the Indian River "Godavari" (it's in Andra Pradesh) 😂😂, so your explanation was helpful!
In the context of a restaurant, it can mean "speciality".
Thank you!
incredibly generous of the chef to offer a shot at putting your bowl on the menu, that’s such an insane opportunity.
Easy bet though w a big caveat..”IF it’s good…”…
@@johncspine2787 some cooks work years hoping for a chance to get their chef to add one of their dishes to the menu, some chefs will never give up that creative control. it’s his restaurant, his menu, his standards. to offer it to someone outside your kitchen is beyond charitable. that caveat is a given.
@@wrenwry I’m partially joking, because the odds of him making a ramen good enough for such an establishment is pretty slim..
@@johncspine2787 but with the support of the chef on the research and study work and the deal of good marketing from Alex, i am seeing that happening. Imagine 2 million of audience (the part that goes to Paris) who has the chance to taste what they have seen Building in a story. Not at all a bad marketing move. I personally love that kind of attitude IF related to good food (i.e. not related to destroying our Planet).
@@dittagecoeco2738 that guy is considered to have the best or top 2 ramen in france. Dont worry he has the buisness going without
15usd bowl of ramen. was expecting 30$ bowl with the level of the restorant decoration, the number of employees, the amount of equipement, and the fact they do everything in house. this guy must have everything on the line in this and at least a 30 year loan with a bank or something crazy. props for following his passion!
Yeah really reaaonable for that level of cuisine!
Alternatively, he was a military pilot, so an Officer, and depending on how long he was in for he might have a pension. Even if not, Officer's get paid well. So he could be debt free, and it's his passion for his ramen that's why he doesn't feel the need to gouge his customers.
There is a long line of people in front of the restaurant all days for long hours. No reservation, quick rotation, street food style.
The trick of a good Ramen joint is turnover. Ramen is fast food in Japan that’s why it is so cheap. If they can do 300 people per day they can make money.
It's Europe... Food isn't as expensive as in the States... You can get a pizza margherita in Naples for 6 bucks ... 20 in the US for inferior ones.
I have to say I started watching with some prejudice about a French guy making 'real' ramen. And I ended the video smiling at how awesome the guy, his restaurant and your chemistry with him was. I loved that he offered to serve your ramen if it comes out good. What a lesson in humbleness and respect. Thank you.
It is so amazing to see the level of love and commitment to what Jean-Baptiste is doing, but also you Alex! It is inspiring!
To make your own wheat...that's dedication on a whole other level. Props.
It's not the first time I hear in a video that the spirit of ramen is really about using the local products, so it just makes so much sense that Jean Baptiste uses French products to make his ramen. What would be the point of making a fully Japanese bowl of Ramen in Paris ? I really like his mindset. His work on the noodles especially is mental.
I'm sure that if you try ramen in different parts of Japan at different times of the year, there are huge differences based on the ingredients available.
@@TheBigburcie Absolutely
@@TheBigburcie Not so much? Seasonal specialties definitely exist... but these are not the common every day ramen, because the fundamental ingredients in most of the different types of ramen can be had throughout the year round. What you actually see much more often are highly regional variations in ramen. So with the shoyu ramen we see in this video, you would have a prevailing style that is specific to Tokyo and one that is unique to Osaka and one that is unique to Kyoto and all the other cities. Even smaller towns sometimes have their variations, which is important because the desire to explore local specialties actually drives a lot of domestic tourism in Japan.
Every day ramen varies according to region, then, rather than according to seasons.
So this style in the video, this is his style, made with what he has in his area and to suit the prevailing French taste of the city he is in. One might even argue that this is the closest thing to 'Paris style ramen' out there, which is what makes it so uniquely Japanese despite being made by a Frenchman in France for the French.
@@AuntieHauntieGames Thank you for the detailed explanation.
So when I make ramen out of the stuff I find lurking in the back of my fridge, I'm a true ramen master in spirit? Awesome!
Holy crap. When I saw he had re-created the fish market from his memory in Japan. I actually got excited. I don't get excited. You know if he spent that much time and energy and thought in re-creating the fish market experience that the food has to be amazing.
I'm not being dramatic when I say, you can see the passion in this man's eyes. Absolutely incredible, I got so inspired just listening to his perspective on food.
I am in absolute Awe about people like Jean-Baptiste. The commitment alone he puts into this is just giving me goosebumps. What a legend...
Alex I started making ramen at home exactly when you dropped the first serie 5 years ago, still doing it and still so much to learn. Finally I've been recently to Japan and it inspired me so much. Also I wanted to thank you as that serie along with the beginning of your channel made me a home cooking nerd as you. A lot of times as said in the video it lacks balance, but when it happens it's so satisfying. That's part of the addiction, pleasure after failure
This man has a very Japanese soul, if you look at his commitment to his craft. He really went for it at every level and it's fantastic.
"Cooking is just science, and the chef is there to bring poetry to it"
Loved it
Now, this is just perfect, not only did he master Japanese Ramen, he experimented with it, create his own, and mastered all of it. truly a mad scientist of culinary, such passion.
the best line from the video is when jean-baptiste says that the "balance" comes FROm the story...one writes down what one wants to achieve in a bowl and from there one can determine what balance is. Balance is not really a fundamental, foundational idea. the story is the foundation. Balance is contextual to the story. Pure genius.
Alex is like the french friend we all would like to have
JB's passion is contagious - I am excited to see what you create going forward.
alex i just wanted to say how much of an influence you have been to me over the past three years. i discovered your channel around the time you had your croissant series or one of your knife sharpening videos, i cant remember which. a year later i took the leap into the restaurant industry, knowing i was no longer chasing a job for money, but for something that had grown as a passion. sadly all of the chefs where i live are all burnt out and dont have a passion for cooking anymore, but you and your passion invigorates me to want to learn as much as possible and become a better chef. thank you so much for your love and passion, you have truly changed my life in a positive way i never imagined
I had the privilege of dining at Kodawari last year. You wait for HOURS and it’s a brief, efficient, life-changing experience. Instantly one of the very best meals in Paris. The atmosphere is incredible and the ramen stood up against anything I’d ever had in Japan, NYC or elsewhere. Accounting for the price, it is an ultimate bargain. Kodawari is perhaps the most accessible of the finest food in Paris.
Been going to this place since 2016. Went there again a couple of days back and the price didn’t change at all. €13.50 for a bowl is insane considering what they’re doing
Funnily enough it only took me 5 mins to queue this time
Alex, I must say I'm impressed by this episode. At first I thought you made an episode on this ramen shop because it was nearby, in France, and was "good enough" for its proximity. I did not expect this level of perfectionism and subtlety in mastering ramen in a ramen shop run by a non-Japanese chef. Chef Jean Baptiste really lives up to the spirit of artisan chefs of both France and Japan.
The part that raised my eyebrows was when he explained that he had wheat custom-grown for his shop. That is truly next-level pursuit of perfection.
To meet all of these chefs who welcome you so warmly. And then for him to say that he would serve your ramen. What an honor.
Jeans embodies everything about a true chef. Wow. Seriously impressed.
I cook a lot but this genuinely opened my eyes to trying to experiment with my own recipes much more than I have done before. Some of the things he said really hit home. Great video as per usual!
what an EXTREMELY cool dude! As a perfectionist in the kitchen who struggles with people who just want to get the cooking part over with, it's so encouraging to see someone who took their passion and commercialized it
what a perfect accent, obviously french yet perfectly understandable 10/10
I was thinking the exact same thing.
I hope the best for this guy, he honestly deserves a statue for his commitment and his passion
Looooving this duo!
Never been so excited about a dish I barely know! And simply an amazing exchange at the table with the chef. It's always great content here, but you could definitely see the passion and love for the details brought by Jean-Baptiste, making this episode simply magical.
Thanks Jean-Baptiste and Alex for bringing such emotions to us!
Interesting shout out to indonesia, actually i’ve tried a “sambel ijo” ramen here in indonesia, mind u that sambel ijo is a very local thing, and to turn it into a ramen tare just make sense, props to u mr jean to appreciate the locality and cultural influence on a bowl of such freeform dish called ramen 🫡
Congratulations, your way to guide us through the content is unique, I really like the fact that you go deep in a smooth way. This new season is already very nice!
Wonderful, Jean-Baptiste is full of passion, it's great to listen to him and see him working. I also like the contrast between fish-market dining area and very clean, well-organised (and multi-level, whoa!) kitchen.
It brings a tear to my eye to see the the passion mr Baptist has for his product and the experience and humble Alex your truly blessed to be able to learn from from him
This might be the perfect example of why I love TH-cam and this channel. Two French chefs making and talking about Japanese food while speaking English. All while showing how much they respect and love the different cultures. GREAT VIDEO. But now the pressure is on Alex!
One of your best episodes so far, I have been following you for years, and this one couldn't inspire me more... Amazing!
So glad the Ramen series is back! it was one of my favourite series from you. love your work. You make me want to cook every time i watch one of your videos!
You are such an artist. It's so nice to see you take inspiration from other artists. Keep doing what you are doing. I really appreciate your combination of science + art.
Jean Baptiste casually mentioning "Indonesia" out of nowhere: Wkwkwkwk Army going to make this 1 million view instantly. Love that collages of Alpha Jet and Mirage 2000, reminds me of Les Chevaliers du Ciel.
But yes, what he says about ramen being local is true. From Hokkaido to Hakata, there is no one single ramen that is similar from each region. In Indonesia, there is even a ramen that substitute pork lard with foie gras to deliver the unique creaminess of the aroma oil. In Japan, they try to upend the tare with the help of jamon iberico's saltiness.
Every video you make just makes me smile. Keep doing what you do and we will keep watching it just to relax and enjoy the passion for food and everything around it.
That Ramen really looked amazing, would travel to france just to taste it.
Love this series! Your videos are the most entertaining food videos on TH-cam❤ The vibe is unmatched🤟
The worst part of watching your videos is how incredibly hungry I get after. The problem then, is that I want something as incredible as you are showing…which doesn’t exist where I am. It’s like you are teasing me in the best way. My mouth is watering, my belly grumbling and the best I can do is a bag of maruchan. ❤
Alex its so awesome to see how you have grown your channel, brand, and yourself over the years. I have been with you since the beginning of the channel and the videos have only gotten better!!
This was fantastic Alex, a pure pleasure to watch! Thankyou
It's like every sentence coming from this chef is mind blowing, lol. This is one of the most amazing display of culinary passion.
I need to go to that restaurant!! The hype for the series is off the charts, can't wait to see the rest! Thank you man ❤
I cannot believe that level of detail in his dining area! If I had jumped halfway into the video, I would 100% assumed you had traveled to Japan. It really makes me nostalgic for my time I spent there.
so happy to see you postIng again ~ looking forward to this series!
When he starts out with someone that captures the essence of ramen culture so passionately I can already tell the rest of this series is going to be insane
I'm so excited for this new season. Your, and the chefs you feature, passion is infectious.
Kodawary is hands down my favorite ramen place of all time, a few years back a friend introduced me to the place and it instantly became my go-to spot. I'm so happy you made a video about it!!
Everytime I go to Paris, I wait 45 minutes to enter Kodawari, it's an amazing experience, not only the food but the atmosphere is also what makes the ramen so good.
Alex this is the most powerful video to date for me. I am planning a public garden and this video has really inspired me to continue and to elevate my work using "umami" as design element. That elevated creation. A garden of absolute delights in every way possible. Merci beaucoup. Looking forward to more of your great videos.
I just can't wait to see the whole Ramen series! So exciting!
Merci Alex! & Merci Jean-Baptiste!
Everytime i watch your videos i get so motivated on everything i do. Thank you man, i love you
You had me at "we make the wheat!". That's dedication to one's craft ✓
your passion is inspiring love everything you do...keep it up!
Thank you very much for this video ! I love Jean's vision for Japanese culture and more specifically ramen. He spreads his japanese passion throught this video, it is insane ! I can't wait to eat in his restaurant in Paris !
Perfect video as usual Alex !
Merci de partager tout ça 😁
I need to share this to all of my ramen loving friends.
As soon as you revealed the interior of Kodawari Ramen I knew that we were in for a treat.
I'm going to have to re-watch this several more times myself. Thank you Alex.
Perfection perfected! My favorite episode so far.
So much passion, he's living the life!!
it's beautiful. this restaurant this space he's created. Recipes are created and perfected down to the custom ingredients. this man is a true chef one who loves food. it makes me emotional to see such love for food it's beautiful truly.
One of the best episodes. Thanks Alex for your spirit for food
Amazing recreation. Bravo pour le décor, c'est super
One of the most inspiring videos you did about Ramen this time! Keeeeep it up man!
You guys have great chemistry, really entertaining
Wow! Loved the whole aesthetic of Kodawari! The ramen and how everything was created - chashu and sardine and sardine broth. The ramen itself made my mouth water! Beautiful! Wish I was there having a bowl or two myself!
Alex, hope you get your umami broth! 🍜 Can't wait for your next video!
Thank you Alex for yet another amazing video. Amazing storytelling, amazing people, I loved every second of it.
Now I want to go to Paris and check out this restaurant.
Omg I'm sooooo in love! This looks AMAZING
I'm so pumped on this! You started ramen s2 with perfect timing for me. Also, i like you progress bar on the ads. I will be more likely to watch them if i know how long your gonna ramble on😉
This was fascinating to watch. Jean-Baptiste's passion is so inspiring to see. Best of luck in your quest to level up your ramen!
I’m so excited for this series!!!
the world needs as many people like this as possible.
Your videos are so incredible and well shot Alex! Sent you tons of love!
I'm so excited for this second "season" of your ramen quest. And what a generous (aka daunting) offer from Jean-Baptiste! Love it.
Great episode! Great chemistry between Alex and Jean which made the conversation super interesting
This video is exactly why I enjoy your cooking channel more than any of the others on TH-cam. Fantastique 😊
I'm also trying to learn how to do a ramen, but with what i have available to me here in my local market. I was super hyped when i saw that Alex was going to take an even deeper dive into ramen, so im excited to maybe steal some ideas :).
I really do enjoy your videos Alex, you do a great job with your content and its appreciated.
Amazing video, very excited for the rest of the episodes!
Probably the best episode you have ever done! Well done!!
Your enthusiasm is contagious 😁. You’re an inspiration!
Worth the wait man. Congrats and thank you to everyone involved
Great kitchen. Now you're cooking, Alex. Love my ramen here at home and was inspired by Ivan on Netflix some years ago. I wish I could make as good ramen as in this episode but have to cut a lot of corners to get something that reminds of ramen. Fun to be inspired again. Thank you.
Crazy experience, didn't knew this restaurant. Need to move from Bordeaux to Paris for testing this out, it's amazing to see all of this passion in our country!
I'm not into fish, but just for traveling in this place and for mouth tastes, pretty sure it would be totally worth it!
Incredible discovery and video Alex, thank's to you both.
A chaque fois que je vais au Kodawari je suis impressionné par la qualité des nouilles et du bouillon, mais le clou du spectacle c'est vraiment leur onsen tamago, pas si compliqué mais mariné à la perfection.
His passion is infectious and delicious. Great series so far!
Love the series already! What an amazing way to start with a unique and top shelf place where Ramen is elevated to it's proper heights.
"Cooking is just science, and the chef is just there to bring poetry into it". Wow! That hit hard! Anyone who cooks feels that.
What a cool experience, thanks for sharing Alex.
Kodawari truly is on another level. It wasn't even on my radar when we last went to Paris. Went on a reco from a friend and 🤯. Loved the ramen more than any I tried through all of Japan, including some Michelin stars, and was the only place I went more than once on that trip. EPIC!
Great video, always, Alex! 😃🍜
You are so talented Alex. What a great video. Thank you.
👏👏👏👏 Season 2 is off to a great start. I can hardly wait for more. If I hadn't already had dinner I'd be tempted to make a bowl of ramen
Amazing ! Can't wait for the rest of the serie !
Alex, I am so happy to see you back with such enthusiasm. The love and curiosity is contagious. Thank you very much. Also, please don't feel as if you need to have every episode perfectly polished. Your personality shines and that, not the editing, is what makes your videos stand out from the rest.
5 years!?! No way, have I been watching you that Long 😮 I don't even remember the 1st video thought brought me to your channel, must've been when you came to NYC
Great video.
Can’t wait to see where it is going.
And kodawari is soooo good.
I already went a few times to Kodawari, but didn't even imagine that so much work was hidden behind those delicious ramen ! ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
pure unfiltered passion is the umami of life, thank you for this!
always get hungry watching you're videos, keep up the great work
The passion in this man is inspirational. I hope I get to try some of his Ramen eventually man
Yet another mind blowing episode!
I am very much looking forward to the next installment. :)