In case you haven’t figured it out yet. Many of us don’t watch because of script or “content” we watch because we like you. We enjoy you as you. So just... relax. You’re a good guy and we like spending time with good guys.
As a member of the media I watch for more than just his personality. I think his videos are excellent with quality content too. He is very presentable and can hold his own against any professionally produced videos by any top media organisation. The video he produced on the Lakes District last year looked like a BBC/ITV production. Apart from the fact he is a quality human being.
I’m going to get on and stop talking, so there’s a story about this stew 🥘 LOL 😝 don’t ever stop talking! Michael, it’s your talking that has made me an addict for your channel. 😊I’ve been in a battle of my own and stopped watching RUclips because the stupid hospital had the worst Wi-Fi for the patients. Past over two years I’ve been in the hospital more than I was out of it. I lost touch of yours and Stephane’s adventures. To come back and find that there’s something that has happened in your life and the very vague references tell me nothing so I’m going to guess it’s something you don’t care to share. Got it. I am very excited to see you back. 😅 I’m binge watching what is available to watch. Sadly my financial situation isn’t what it used to be and I can’t become a patron. So I am grateful there is still a lot of content for us poor people. 🫶 right better get back to catching up. THANK YOU MICHEAL 🤗😘
28 year old electrician from Toronto. Canada! Michael you’re a legend mate, you have a stronger bond with your followers then any other channel on RUclips! I don’t kick my feet up with a cup of tea in front of the fire for any other creator on RUclips! The cottage is coming along great keep up the great work brother!
Ps. I'm so envious of your aga stove . I'd love one but I live in an apartment and in Barcelona so Impossible..but it brings back so many memories for me as all my great aunts who lived in the country had them and the fascinated me.
Chris you should also have a look at escape to rural france ,, a lovely young family and so hardworking they do everything themselves , dan is the gardener at Michael's friend stephanie chateaux, just a thought
🇨🇦❤️Hi Chris! I’m in the Niagara region and I lived in the big smoke for a couple of years in the ‘80’s. My best friend has been there for almost 50 years and of course I enjoy visiting. I’m also delighted to have discovered Michael and his family and friends. (I’m hoping that he’ll come to Canada someday and if he wants to see Niagara Falls, perhaps he’ll consider a meet and greet).
You look like the weight of the world has been lifted from your shoulders....glad you got viewer support and the cottage looks wonderful. Your smile says it all....don't let the trolls get you down!
Michael, It's just so wonderful to see you back to your normal self! Please dont EVER go to that ridiculous website and read awful comments again! Stick with the people that love you and know that a rising star like you is going to attract the jealous haters. IGNORE them!
Michael’s kitchen turned out gorgeous, and I love the Blue Spode covered shelving. Elias seems like a great fit for helping Michael with his filming. Billy and Ryan’s cameo appearance was hilarious! Especially Michael’s laughing from behind the camera. The tour of the La Basmaignee Chateau was such a welcome surprise (always welcome, in fact), and the meal looked scrumptious. Thanks for another great video. I’m so glad that Michael appeared happier since the last video, and the outpouring of fan support helped. ❤️❤️❤️❤️
@erica Cole I know, I discovered Stephanie through Michael and I have been binge watching The Chateau Diaries for the past few weeks. I love their passion so much!
Such a relief to see you happy and smiling again. Do not ever watch a negative channel again, let the trolls say what they will, no one who has gotten to know you, would ever think any less of you. Love your kitchen. I am from USA, so it's been fun finally having those stoves explained.
I'm a fairly new viewer of Pethericks videos. I started with Billy's, then Sadie's, and then finally had a subscriber tell me abt yours (this one). One plus to that us I can binge watch em all. Wahoooo! You are so fun to watch, which is why I hunted you down. I'm old enough to be your nan, so it's all good. This is the first time I've seen the guest cottage. Your Moroccan stew look delish. 😋
something about this cooking video is enhanced by knowing exactly how the whole kitchen was constructed, what a lovely space, i cant believe how quickly it all came together, i think i remember you saying that this might be your long term dream project, might take like 10 years, that you'd put in the money when you had it or something but then suddenly theres a kitchen complete
I would gladly watch a potato peeling chat. Heck, I would listen to Michael read a shopping list! Michael has a soothing, beautiful voice. Welcome Elias!
“ The sun will come out tomorrow...tomorrow...” Hang tough, Michael. Your kitchen looks cozy and charming...especially with the Spode dishes. You have so many friends and supporters backing you.
What can’t Michael and his family do? They can do masonry work, paint job, sew draperies, do wonderful watercolor art, cook sumptuous meals, play the piano, fix a car, create stunning videos worthy of a movie... wow. Just wow. Renaissance man indeed.
WOW! I don’t have words to really express how I feel about all of you and your many talents. You are all amazing ! Michael & Billy attempts all things and does a fantastic job of accomplishing them! That stew looked absolutely marvelous. ❤️❤️
Michael, you look refreshed you look rested and most of all you look happy. Please know that we stand behind you and always will. As far as cooking I would love to see you cook a little more . You are a blessing and a gift to all of us.
Michael, since I have been in semi isolation which I have really enjoyed for the most part, I have been entertained and charmed by your tender spirit, creative and talented being. I am glad you shared your broken heart with us and I do hope you are on the mend.I have caught win of some of the silliness going around. It was nice to see you smile. I was in a kind of high profile political position in my community. An anonymous person was sending awful emails about me to the people around me. I cried and cried and didn't ever know for sure who the culprit was.I ended up quitting all the committees I ran. Then one day I asked one of our local well respected judges if she ever happened to her. She said"The first time I had a person try to destroy me it was pretty upsetting but I got used to it" Then i realized how tough it is for politicians, actors and other high profile people.
Michael , I cooked dinner for a chef who worked Michelin star resturant. I made him garlic bread and cooked a stew with all the left over, his comment was sometimes it is nice to get something that doesnt look posh but is just hearty, comforting and wellmade.
Here I am having just watched this delightful video in April 2024. I first really got to know who Michael is, during the build of the Norfolk organ at the convent. He is such a sweetheart and from what I have seen elsewhere online, has been bullied an awful lot which has made him quite a recluse. I watched a video yesterday where Michael was talking about some of the lunatic cranks on the internet & it broke my heart. Watching Michael and Stephanie together was lovely , what has happened to that friendship? They seemed so close.
Oh, so glad to see you back and happy again! As someone who has struggled with depression and anxiety most of my life, I totally understood what you were going through in your last video and so appreciated your honesty, but also knew that you were needlessly punishing yourself for failings that don't actually exist the way you think they do. Please don't give the trolls and stalkers your energy again, ok? They are not worth it. Do not watch those videos or visit those awful websites. That done, I'm overjoyed to see how wonderful your cottage kitchen is looking! What a gorgeous, cosy space you've created! It is such a reflection of your own personal warmth and kindness that you've created such a welcoming, nurturing space for your own home. I hope you get to move into your cosy little home full-time very soon.
Welcome Elias. Just a tip Michael, if you turn your knife over to the dull side when scraping chopped stuff into a pot, the sharp blade lasts longer. Scraping on the wood dulls it quickly. Tip courtesy of "The Frugal Gourmet," Jeff Smith, a famous American TV chef from decades past. ;)
Delighted to see your eyes bright and shining again! Oh my, the kitchen is absolutely exquisite - wonderful light, and the Spode is the perfect finishing touch.
Michael, thank you for not giving up. You, Billie, Ryan, and your Dad keep me fascinated by your incredible project at the chateau. I am 100% French by ancestry - with the genealogy to prove it - and I am very grateful for all you and yours are doing. Un grand merci!
Now you are talking Michael, I could taste and smell that Tagine. You have the magic, that’s what we want, and welcome to our new Swedish cameraman. Brilliant xxx bon appetit and may I say you look so well, it is great to have Michael back, must be the new haircut you had in Rennes and I love the cosy kitchen and the new shelves 🍾🥂🐰
So glad to see you back Michael! Don’t let the negative people bring you down you have so many more who support you and these videos because we love seeing them❤️
The kitchen is looking incredible Micheal! and the puppy is getting bigger! Can not wait to see how you transform the upstairs, also so glad to hear that people have been supportive and uplifting!
Ernest is so cute! I loved his little cameo ‘Michael’ “Ernest’... The cottage kitchen looks amazing. I know there’s still a lot to do to get the upstairs done but am looking forward to seeing what you do next. Wondering if the AGA parts on the pallet ever made their way to you - so strange how a pallet could simply go astray with no trace. As others say - so nice to see you smiling and joking again Michael. ❤️❤️
I am in tears (happy) to see you back to yourself again. I LOVED this video and I'm glad you have found someone who can help with the camera work! ** PLEASE ** keep the videos coming. Between you and Stephanie - I don't even watch TV anymore - you all have become a part of life that I look forward to and seeing all of your escapades! We love you and this is such a wonderful and entertaining channel! God Bless you Michael!
2:29 You really need a guard rail for these plates, preferably close to their midsection, but if you hate the idea, you can have it lower, as long as you add a rest/guard for the plates at their base which will allow you to angle them more backwards without any danger of slipping. Plates and gravity are not great friends and there are sources of vibration, accidents, construction failures etc. that will make the two of them meet.
Onwards and upwards sweet cheaks, no more looking back on other people's silliness. Life's one big learning curve. Carry on focusing on all the lovely, kind, honest, loyal people in ur life and all the lovely genuine subscribers you have. So lovely to see you with a smile back on your face and a great video 🥰🥰
Oh, Michael, 'so glad that you are back with a smile 😊 on your face, cooking, laughing 😄, and sharing again. You have been sooo missed. Your cottage is absolutely beautiful and I love all the accents and additions, including the Beatrix Potter book 🐰 on the shelf. I intend to try your recipe for Moroccan stew 🍲, and while watching you prepare it, I could smell all the spices (in my imagination, of course). It is wonderful to see you with friends and family 👪 enjoying your dinner. I am sure that many of your subscribers wanted to say something intelligent and supportive after your expressing your "disappointment" in your last video. As you were explaining your story, very tactfully, many of us understood, exactly, your experience as we have had the same. I was at a loss for words of comfort at the time, but what came into my head was one of my favorite poems, Rudyard Kipling's "If". Just wanted to say that I love your videos, whatever the content 🎨🎼🎞☕🍷🥐🎭🇫🇷🇬🇧, thank you for all your efforts in making them and "Welcome back!!".
You found a replacement plate, that is phenomenal! You weren't kidding when you said they were hard to find....I have been searching to no avail. All is looking so good!
Michael, you look so good and more joyful and alot like yourself. The Micheal everyone knows and loves. Never change. Change anything around you that is wanted and needed, but we all want you to just be yourself and not change for anyone else. We all here for you, The Kitchen looks so nice and the dishes look beautiful. Take care, be safe and enjoy life as you have always done and maybe even more because things are looking up once more!
note to self: if ever being served dinner at the cottage, ask how many days the dish has been in the AGA... LOL 3 days forgotten! I love it! (I've done that myself but the oven was OFF) we're so happy to see you and that sparkle in your eyes. Yes, we'd watch you peeling potatoes for 20 minutes and talking on - even an hour! So happy for this video. You brought a bright spot to our weekend! Cheers!
Michael, I am so happy to see that you have gotten your spark back! You look like your charming self again! Don't let those keyboard assassins get you down - we, your fans are so happy to watch your journey renovating the Gardener's Cottage! Keep making these videos!
Your last video broke me heart. This video restored it and made me laugh with joy! And to be honest brought a little tear of happiness to my eyes. absolutely love you, your family, and friends. Welcome Elias, he seems to have fit right in. Your cottage looks stunning! Love from across the pond. 💕
So great to see you happy again Michael! You can see the sparkle back in your eyes!!!! Your cottage looks cozy, warm & full of love ❤️& your a special gift 💝 to us all! ❤️🇨🇦
I also am the type of viewer that doesn't really comment that much but I do really enjoy your videos and I wish you all the luck with them. I am not a great cook at all but I find that mixing variety of spices can make a lot of dishes taste incredible, that's what I have been doing, just tasting stuff, adding stuff and removing stuff. Also, wouldn't mind a potato video. My favourite dish from potatoes are potato pancakes. Very simple - peel potatoes, chop them in smaller pieces then you can either blend with hand blender (or whatever blender you have) or don't chop them, just grate them on the smallest possible grater option. Then add like 2 eggs and salt. Cook like small pancakes (not larger than your palm) in oil and high temperature. And serve with sour cream (sour cream is the most important part lol). (cook until golden brown) They are crispy and super tasty. :)
You make thousands smile, Michael. Best thing I can think to say here from Seattle is to just keep doing what you do and continue to live as fully as possible. Hope '21 brings you good health, wealth, love and all in life that you aspire to experience. You're one of the good ones.
The cottage is looking so charming and the chateau rooms you showed us are really gorgeous. This was such an enjoyable video to watch. I love the combination of the cozy hominess of the cottage contrasting with the splendid elegance of the chateau, both seasoned with a sprinkle of Petherick charm and a dash of Elias.
Aww so nice of you to make that lovely piece for Michael. Lovely kind thoughtful thing to do! It would have given him a real boost. Nice work pretty design that fits with the theme nicely. He obviously appreciated it very much! 🤗🙂
I hope you’re writing these down and keeping a record of the recipes you make on this flood. He’s going to come a day when they’re going to start requesting cookbooks!
Omg !!! Your little cottage turned out simply gorgeous!! I love how it turned out. Love the stove oven, apron sink, the wood work to the furnishings.♥️❤️♥️❤️♥️❤️♥️👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👍👍👍👍👍👍🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩bravo bravo
Elias: "it's adorable" Me: "OMG I was just thinking that!" Michael: "People have said they'd gladly just watch me peel potatoes." Me: "What? That's ridic... Well, now that you've brought it up..."
My daughter saw the clock on the top shelf in the library cabinet and exclaimed , "It's Cogsworth! It's Cogsworth!" 😃 We're so glad you're back, Micheal!!!
Hi Michael I’ve not messaged you before....but just wanted to take the opportunity to say ...... having watched all your vlogs, including the emotionally draining last one, it’s great to see you happy and smiling again in a quite wonderful kitchen! Mike
I love your kitchen and your cooking segment. Just want to say your voice is so soothing. The cooking and small talk is relaxing and I so appreciate your doing this. It was like being in your kitchen with you! This Texas gal appreciates it!
The cabinet is older then 1900. It has wavy glass, which, at the time was actually less favorable but before 1900 was inevitable to some degree because the blew the glass in large rounds and while it cooled they pressed it flat. After 1900 the invention of the glass press came out making large glass not only smoother but cheaper.
Glad to see you back and smiling! The Cottage is looking quite cozy! You and your friend (Sean)? and Papa Patherick have done a wonderful job! Remember to keep your spirits up because we all love and care about you!! When your feeling down just go and read what your thousands of supporters have said and feel the love! 💝😍😍🥀🥀🥀🥀Welcome Elias you are going to have a lot of fans too! Thanks for the Tour, I have never seen one.🌴🌴🌴
In case you haven’t figured it out yet. Many of us don’t watch because of script or “content” we watch because we like you. We enjoy you as you. So just... relax. You’re a good guy and we like spending time with good guys.
Yes!! Couldn't have said it better myself!
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This exactly.
As a member of the media I watch for more than just his personality. I think his videos are excellent with quality content too. He is very presentable and can hold his own against any professionally produced videos by any top media organisation. The video he produced on the Lakes District last year looked like a BBC/ITV production. Apart from the fact he is a quality human being.
I’m going to get on and stop talking, so there’s a story about this stew 🥘 LOL 😝 don’t ever stop talking! Michael, it’s your talking that has made me an addict for your channel. 😊I’ve been in a battle of my own and stopped watching RUclips because the stupid hospital had the worst Wi-Fi for the patients. Past over two years I’ve been in the hospital more than I was out of it. I lost touch of yours and Stephane’s adventures. To come back and find that there’s something that has happened in your life and the very vague references tell me nothing so I’m going to guess it’s something you don’t care to share. Got it. I am very excited to see you back. 😅 I’m binge watching what is available to watch. Sadly my financial situation isn’t what it used to be and I can’t become a patron. So I am grateful there is still a lot of content for us poor people. 🫶 right better get back to catching up. THANK YOU MICHEAL 🤗😘
28 year old electrician from Toronto. Canada! Michael you’re a legend mate, you have a stronger bond with your followers then any other channel on RUclips! I don’t kick my feet up with a cup of tea in front of the fire for any other creator on RUclips! The cottage is coming along great keep up the great work brother!
Ps. I'm so envious of your aga stove . I'd love one but I live in an apartment and in Barcelona so Impossible..but it brings back so many memories for me as all my great aunts who lived in the country had them and the fascinated me.
Chris you should also have a look at escape to rural france ,, a lovely young family and so hardworking they do everything themselves , dan is the gardener at Michael's friend stephanie chateaux, just a thought
Heyyy there I’m Toronto too!
I'm in Toronto too!
🇨🇦❤️Hi Chris! I’m in the Niagara region and I lived in the big smoke for a couple of years in the ‘80’s. My best friend has been there for almost 50 years and of course I enjoy visiting. I’m also delighted to have discovered Michael and his family and friends.
(I’m hoping that he’ll come to Canada someday and if he wants to see Niagara Falls, perhaps he’ll consider a meet and greet).
Glad you are back again with laughter
Cannot want for de next video
You look like the weight of the world has been lifted from your shoulders....glad you got viewer support and the cottage looks wonderful. Your smile says it all....don't let the trolls get you down!
Love you ALL! God Bless! Hugs from America ❤️🙏🤗🇺🇸
Michael, It's just so wonderful to see you back to your normal self! Please dont EVER go to that ridiculous website and read awful comments again! Stick with the people that love you and know that a rising star like you is going to attract the jealous haters. IGNORE them!
The leather apron I think is tonight's breakout star.
Welcome back Michael. You've been missed.
It looked like it was from The Texas Chainsaw Massacre film :)
Justin Rhodes wears the leather apron every day. It’s nice
Billy and Gwen, Your Chateaux is Beautiful! Tnx for the mini Tour Michael!
Elias seems like a very natural fit to the Pethericks family and friends!
I love that cast iron casserole dish. The cottage kitchen is beautiful, love the stove.❤
Michael’s kitchen turned out gorgeous, and I love the Blue Spode covered shelving. Elias seems like a great fit for helping Michael with his filming. Billy and Ryan’s cameo appearance was hilarious! Especially Michael’s laughing from behind the camera. The tour of the La Basmaignee Chateau was such a welcome surprise (always welcome, in fact), and the meal looked scrumptious. Thanks for another great video. I’m so glad that Michael appeared happier since the last video, and the outpouring of fan support helped. ❤️❤️❤️❤️
Have you seen Steohanie’s on Chateau Diaries? Equally impressive and beautiful 😊
@@DelilahSweet They are very good friends, traveling together and visiting back and forth.
@erica Cole I know, I discovered Stephanie through Michael and I have been binge watching The Chateau Diaries for the past few weeks. I love their passion so much!
Welcome back Michael.
Again Soooooo Enjoyable .
Tks Michael
The cottage is starting to look like a home.
Linda Jones I can’t believe it’s the same place 😍
I had a truck that you could get in the engine well..
Micheal we are just happy to hang out with you again!!
So true 😍😍😍
So glad that you are feeling better. Rise above the clouds and you will find the sunshine.
Nice to see you smiling.
Such a relief to see you happy and smiling again. Do not ever watch a negative channel again, let the trolls say what they will, no one who has gotten to know you, would ever think any less of you. Love your kitchen. I am from USA, so it's been fun finally having those stoves explained.
Same. Now I wish we had them too! Maybe we do, somewhere?
What happened?? Did something happen to him?
@@murielkramer7674 Watch his previous video. He explains.
I'm a fairly new viewer of Pethericks videos. I started with Billy's, then Sadie's, and then finally had a subscriber tell me abt yours (this one). One plus to that us I can binge watch em all. Wahoooo! You are so fun to watch, which is why I hunted you down. I'm old enough to be your nan, so it's all good. This is the first time I've seen the guest cottage. Your Moroccan stew look delish. 😋
something about this cooking video is enhanced by knowing exactly how the whole kitchen was constructed, what a lovely space, i cant believe how quickly it all came together, i think i remember you saying that this might be your long term dream project, might take like 10 years, that you'd put in the money when you had it or something but then suddenly theres a kitchen complete
I would gladly watch a potato peeling chat. Heck, I would listen to Michael read a shopping list! Michael has a soothing, beautiful voice. Welcome Elias!
“ The sun will come out tomorrow...tomorrow...”
Hang tough, Michael.
Your kitchen looks cozy and charming...especially with the Spode dishes.
You have so many friends and supporters backing you.
What can’t Michael and his family do? They can do masonry work, paint job, sew draperies, do wonderful watercolor art, cook sumptuous meals, play the piano, fix a car, create stunning videos worthy of a movie... wow. Just wow. Renaissance man indeed.
They’re clever enough to invite people over who can do what they can’t, and learn how. Can’t beat that. 😉🥰😎
The cottage kitchen looks just perfect.
It is so Amazing 🤩
WOW! I don’t have words to really express how I feel about all of you and your many talents. You are all amazing ! Michael & Billy attempts all things and does a fantastic job of accomplishing them! That stew looked absolutely marvelous. ❤️❤️
Your kitchen is amazing! I'm glad you're doing better. You make so many people happy with your videos. Thank you. 💖
I love that Micheal became the cameraman for his cameraman 😂
Well done Michael - you give credit to others
Why doesn't mind Michael drive
So so so happy Micahel that we have you back in our lives again. You are a sunshine in darkens!! Grateful. Thank you! Greetings from Athens!
Michael, you look refreshed you look rested and most of all you look happy. Please know that we stand behind you and always will. As far as cooking I would love to see you cook a little more . You are a blessing and a gift to all of us.
So happy to see you, Michael, looking refreshed and happy, and happy to see your new assistant! Welcome, Elias.
OMG!! this looks awesome, just the spices make it!!
I have barely started this video, that title gave me a heart attack, but since the comments appear positive so I am less worried.
Same. I went to the comments straight away
Same lol x
Same!
Same!
Clickbait? :)
The trolls are dead people inside never let them bring you down to their level hiding behind there key boards sad people.
Yes, the world seems to have increased it's population of such sorts
So delighted and glad you are back Michael. Your kitchen in the cottage is looking incredible. 💗☘️
I agree! Looks like a dream kitchen
Your stew looks amazing i will try and make some my self glad you are back have missed your smiley face😎
Michael, since I have been in semi isolation which I have really enjoyed for the most part, I have been entertained and charmed by your tender spirit, creative and talented being. I am glad you shared your broken heart with us and I do hope you are on the mend.I have caught win of some of the silliness going around. It was nice to see you smile. I was in a kind of high profile political position in my community. An anonymous person was sending awful emails about me to the people around me. I cried and cried and didn't ever know for sure who the culprit was.I ended up quitting all the committees I ran. Then one day I asked one of our local well respected judges if she ever happened to her. She said"The first time I had a person try to destroy me it was pretty upsetting but I got used to it" Then i realized how tough it is for politicians, actors and other high profile people.
You’re such a natural! We’re cheering for you Michael, from all over the world!! 🙌🏼👏🏼👍🏼🎉 just keep being YOU!
It’s good to have the old Michael back....you seem so much happier 👌❤️🌈 your kitchen looks gorgeous love the Spode!
Michael , I cooked dinner for a chef who worked Michelin star resturant. I made him garlic bread and cooked a stew with all the left over, his comment was sometimes it is nice to get something that doesnt look posh but is just hearty, comforting and wellmade.
Here I am having just watched this delightful video in April 2024.
I first really got to know who Michael is, during the build of the Norfolk organ at the convent. He is such a sweetheart and from what I have seen elsewhere online, has been bullied an awful lot which has made him quite a recluse. I watched a video yesterday where Michael was talking about some of the lunatic cranks on the internet & it broke my heart.
Watching Michael and Stephanie together was lovely , what has happened to that friendship? They seemed so close.
I absolutely love Billy's & his fiances taste in furnishings and accessories. Very period appropriate & elegant yet very livable:)
The commode (not a toilet😂) at 23:30 is spectacular.
Oh, so glad to see you back and happy again! As someone who has struggled with depression and anxiety most of my life, I totally understood what you were going through in your last video and so appreciated your honesty, but also knew that you were needlessly punishing yourself for failings that don't actually exist the way you think they do. Please don't give the trolls and stalkers your energy again, ok? They are not worth it. Do not watch those videos or visit those awful websites.
That done, I'm overjoyed to see how wonderful your cottage kitchen is looking! What a gorgeous, cosy space you've created! It is such a reflection of your own personal warmth and kindness that you've created such a welcoming, nurturing space for your own home. I hope you get to move into your cosy little home full-time very soon.
Welcome Elias. Just a tip Michael, if you turn your knife over to the dull side when scraping chopped stuff into a pot, the sharp blade lasts longer. Scraping on the wood dulls it quickly. Tip courtesy of "The Frugal Gourmet," Jeff Smith, a famous American TV chef from decades past. ;)
Super tip! Thank you!
I’ll remember that from now on, my knives are alway getting blunt, thanks for the tip. X
err...what blunt side? lol
@@rawiniah the other side from the sharp side
I liked watching him, I even had his cookbook long time ago!
Delighted to see your eyes bright and shining again! Oh my, the kitchen is absolutely exquisite - wonderful light, and the Spode is the perfect finishing touch.
Michael, you're a treasure! Don't let anyone disrupt your lovely spirit! The kitchen looks beautiful!
Michael, thank you for not giving up. You, Billie, Ryan, and your Dad keep me fascinated by your incredible project at the chateau. I am 100% French by ancestry - with the genealogy to prove it - and I am very grateful for all you and yours are doing. Un grand merci!
Now you are talking Michael, I could taste and smell that Tagine. You have the magic, that’s what we want, and welcome to our new Swedish cameraman. Brilliant xxx bon appetit and may I say you look so well, it is great to have Michael back, must be the new haircut you had in Rennes and I love the cosy kitchen and the new shelves 🍾🥂🐰
So glad to see you back Michael! Don’t let the negative people bring you down you have so many more who support you and these videos because we love seeing them❤️
The kitchen is looking incredible Micheal! and the puppy is getting bigger! Can not wait to see how you transform the upstairs, also so glad to hear that people have been supportive and uplifting!
Ernest is so cute! I loved his little cameo ‘Michael’ “Ernest’... The cottage kitchen looks amazing. I know there’s still a lot to do to get the upstairs done but am looking forward to seeing what you do next. Wondering if the AGA parts on the pallet ever made their way to you - so strange how a pallet could simply go astray with no trace. As others say - so nice to see you smiling and joking again Michael. ❤️❤️
He sure looks like a Petherick, doesn't he? I'm always amazed at how much like his grandpa he looks. So cute.
I am in tears (happy) to see you back to yourself again. I LOVED this video and I'm glad you have found someone who can help with the camera work! ** PLEASE ** keep the videos coming. Between you and Stephanie - I don't even watch TV anymore - you all have become a part of life that I look forward to and seeing all of your escapades! We love you and this is such a wonderful and entertaining channel! God Bless you Michael!
Same with me. Michael and Stephanie are the very best viewing available!
Yes l watch them both they are such lovely familys
Same. Plus I watch Postiano Diaries
Oh love❤ a cooking with Michael video. 😊🏴
Hi Micheal I really hope you start painting again, hopefully you read my message and it resonates with you.
Hope you do start designing again. I’m sure there would be millions of people desperate to buy YOUR home furnishing range😉🥰
2:29 You really need a guard rail for these plates, preferably close to their midsection, but if you hate the idea, you can have it lower, as long as you add a rest/guard for the plates at their base which will allow you to angle them more backwards without any danger of slipping.
Plates and gravity are not great friends and there are sources of vibration, accidents, construction failures etc. that will make the two of them meet.
Onwards and upwards sweet cheaks, no more looking back on other people's silliness. Life's one big learning curve. Carry on focusing on all the lovely, kind, honest, loyal people in ur life and all the lovely genuine subscribers you have. So lovely to see you with a smile back on your face and a great video 🥰🥰
Oh, Michael, 'so glad that you are back with a smile 😊 on your face, cooking, laughing 😄, and sharing again. You have been sooo missed. Your cottage is absolutely beautiful and I love all the accents and additions, including the Beatrix Potter book 🐰 on the shelf. I intend to try your recipe for Moroccan stew 🍲, and while watching you prepare it, I could smell all the spices (in my imagination, of course). It is wonderful to see you with friends and family 👪 enjoying your dinner. I am sure that many of your subscribers wanted to say something intelligent and supportive after your expressing your "disappointment" in your last video. As you were explaining your story, very tactfully, many of us understood, exactly, your experience as we have had the same. I was at a loss for words of comfort at the time, but what came into my head was one of my favorite poems, Rudyard Kipling's "If". Just wanted to say that I love your videos, whatever the content 🎨🎼🎞☕🍷🥐🎭🇫🇷🇬🇧, thank you for all your efforts in making them and "Welcome back!!".
You found a replacement plate, that is phenomenal! You weren't kidding when you said they were hard to find....I have been searching to no avail. All is looking so good!
Michael, you look so good and more joyful and alot like yourself. The Micheal everyone knows and loves. Never change. Change anything around you that is wanted and needed, but we all want you to just be yourself and not change for anyone else. We all here for you, The Kitchen looks so nice and the dishes look beautiful. Take care, be safe and enjoy life as you have always done and maybe even more because things are looking up once more!
I’ve never clicked on a video so fast. Looks great!! Keep moving forward, Michael. You’re destined for great things.
Ikr😂I was like what?!? He’s being evicted😲i was in a state of shock nearly had a heart attack!
I wrote down your receipe and my hubby & I are going to make it. I can not wait.
note to self: if ever being served dinner at the cottage, ask how many days the dish has been in the AGA... LOL 3 days forgotten! I love it! (I've done that myself but the oven was OFF) we're so happy to see you and that sparkle in your eyes. Yes, we'd watch you peeling potatoes for 20 minutes and talking on - even an hour! So happy for this video. You brought a bright spot to our weekend! Cheers!
LOL! Thought the same here 🤣
Michael, I am so happy to see that you have gotten your spark back! You look like your charming self again! Don't let those keyboard assassins get you down - we, your fans are so happy to watch your journey renovating the Gardener's Cottage! Keep making these videos!
We are with you, Michael! The cottage looks great, your hard work and talent paid off! All the love from Turkey!
Michael, when pushing vegetables off the chopping block, use the blunt edge of the knife instead of the sharp edge.
Your last video broke me heart. This video restored it and made me laugh with joy! And to be honest brought a little tear of happiness to my eyes. absolutely love you, your family, and friends. Welcome Elias, he seems to have fit right in. Your cottage looks stunning! Love from across the pond. 💕
👍👍🇨🇦🤗. That stew looks amazing!!! I need to watch again to get the ingredients👍
Michael- know that we're with you for the long term.
Michael and Elias are equally dopey adorable. It's honestly so cute
Welcome back! you were hugely missed
I agree I only use real butter when cooking or baking.
So great to see you happy again Michael! You can see the sparkle back in your eyes!!!! Your cottage looks cozy, warm & full of love ❤️& your a special gift 💝 to us all! ❤️🇨🇦
I really like Elias I hope he stays around a while 🙂
I also am the type of viewer that doesn't really comment that much but I do really enjoy your videos and I wish you all the luck with them.
I am not a great cook at all but I find that mixing variety of spices can make a lot of dishes taste incredible, that's what I have been doing, just tasting stuff, adding stuff and removing stuff.
Also, wouldn't mind a potato video. My favourite dish from potatoes are potato pancakes. Very simple - peel potatoes, chop them in smaller pieces then you can either blend with hand blender (or whatever blender you have) or don't chop them, just grate them on the smallest possible grater option. Then add like 2 eggs and salt. Cook like small pancakes (not larger than your palm) in oil and high temperature. And serve with sour cream (sour cream is the most important part lol). (cook until golden brown) They are crispy and super tasty. :)
@@jmk1962 No, I googled - those are graded on the larger grater option. I was talking about the one that make them (almost like) puree.
Michael your place looks fabulous. So warm and cozy. It is amazing how you can bring your visions to life. Beatrix Potter would proud.
You make thousands smile, Michael. Best thing I can think to say here from Seattle is to just keep doing what you do and continue to live as fully as possible. Hope '21 brings you good health, wealth, love and all in life that you aspire to experience. You're one of the good ones.
AMEN! Your BACK, better than ever! LOVE ALL YOUR BLUE AND WHITE! Congratulations on your kitchen cottage, it’s fabulous!
He’s baaaaaaack!❤️
I am glad all the messages helped.
Also so glad to meet Elias! I would so love to visit Sweden one day.
Love your kitchen so pleased your back and great cameraman. Back in the game...
The cottage is looking so charming and the chateau rooms you showed us are really gorgeous. This was such an enjoyable video to watch. I love the combination of the cozy hominess of the cottage contrasting with the splendid elegance of the chateau, both seasoned with a sprinkle of Petherick charm and a dash of Elias.
and don't forget Ryan exuberance!
I’m new to watching your channel and I am enjoying your easy style.
Good to see you smiling and back to yourself. Have a blessed weekend.
Took notes so I can make if for my family. Thanks for sharing it. Blessings, from BC Canada
Jill Scott: lovely needlework!!
Thanks. When I saw this pattern I thought it would be perfect for the cottage. 😍😍😍
Yes it's gorgeous Jill xx
Aww so nice of you to make that lovely piece for Michael. Lovely kind thoughtful thing to do! It would have given him a real boost. Nice work pretty design that fits with the theme nicely. He obviously appreciated it very much! 🤗🙂
Agree. Very beautiful Jill Scott. I wanted to jump into the picture and live in the world you created.
Very nicely done Jill! Looks good in Michael’s kitchen.
Kitchen looks brilliant, the blue China is great. Well done. Happy Michael is back in our lives. Soooo glad for you. Here's to the next blog.xx
I hope you’re writing these down and keeping a record of the recipes you make on this flood. He’s going to come a day when they’re going to start requesting cookbooks!
Omg !!! Your little cottage turned out simply gorgeous!! I love how it turned out. Love the stove oven, apron sink, the wood work to the furnishings.♥️❤️♥️❤️♥️❤️♥️👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👍👍👍👍👍👍🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩bravo bravo
Elias: "it's adorable"
Me: "OMG I was just thinking that!"
Michael: "People have said they'd gladly just watch me peel potatoes."
Me: "What? That's ridic... Well, now that you've brought it up..."
Looooool
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Bring on the potato-peeling-chat-video!! :D
So good to see you smiling again can hardly wait for more video’s
Watching this was a joy, Michael you present so well when you are happy and playful. Congrats to the new camera man, great filming and he's funny..
My daughter saw the clock on the top shelf in the library cabinet and exclaimed , "It's Cogsworth! It's Cogsworth!" 😃 We're so glad you're back, Micheal!!!
Me too!! 😂🤩
Hi Michael
I’ve not messaged you before....but just wanted to take the opportunity to say ...... having watched all your vlogs, including the emotionally draining last one, it’s great to see you happy and smiling again in a quite wonderful kitchen!
Mike
I love your kitchen and your cooking segment. Just want to say your voice is so soothing. The cooking and small talk is relaxing and I so appreciate your doing this. It was like being in your kitchen with you! This Texas gal appreciates it!
Hi Michael glad you are back to yourself, take care .
You are such a sweet and kindhearted guy, I am so glad that you seem happier and and are making wholesome video's again 🥰❤
I love how Ernest is simply GOING at the couscous. It looked delicious. Welcome back, we've missed you!
He's adorable xx
The cabinet is older then 1900. It has wavy glass, which, at the time was actually less favorable but before 1900 was inevitable to some degree because the blew the glass in large rounds and while it cooled they pressed it flat. After 1900 the invention of the glass press came out making large glass not only smoother but cheaper.
It’s the best thing ever to see your genuinely happy smiling face Michael, and your kitchen looks fabulous! 😃
I have missed you, glad your back. Don't let anyone steal your thunder.
love your channel! please keep making videos! ty!!
Glad to see you Micheal! Been missing you!
Glad you are back, your home is darling. Warm and delightful.
Glad to see you back and smiling! The Cottage is looking quite cozy! You and your friend (Sean)? and Papa Patherick have done a wonderful job! Remember to keep your spirits up because we all love and care about you!! When your feeling down just go and read what your thousands of supporters have said and feel the love! 💝😍😍🥀🥀🥀🥀Welcome Elias you are going to have a lot of fans too! Thanks for the Tour, I have never seen one.🌴🌴🌴