How LA's Honey's Kettle Has Been Perfecting Fried Chicken for 40 Years - The Experts

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  • Опубликовано: 22 ноя 2024

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  • @eater
    @eater  2 года назад +883

    Thanks for watching! For more on Honey's Kettle and their delicious fried chicken, go to instagram.com/honeyskettle

    • @rbu2136
      @rbu2136 2 года назад +15

      Great video. This guy was warm, friendly, fun and had that swagger of a guy who knew he had nailed it!

    • @lighttheoryllc4337
      @lighttheoryllc4337 2 года назад +5

      Has nothing to do w/ the color of your skin.
      It has to do w/ what ALLAH inspires in the hearts if those who believe.

    • @My2CentsYall
      @My2CentsYall 2 года назад +3

      i have never eaten it...it look alright. The east coast does it differently its not a wet batter but dry.

    • @chaviusrandall216
      @chaviusrandall216 2 года назад +2

      Shreveport Louisiana, yessir!!

    • @Azraelfromgamefax
      @Azraelfromgamefax 2 года назад +1

      @@My2CentsYall that's the way I do it. I brine it, then marinate in buttermilk, then dredge in seasoned flour. The extra flour and buttermilk goes into the biscuits so nothing is wasted

  • @rileyfrank1810
    @rileyfrank1810 2 года назад +10851

    I’m in love with this dudes passion and confidence in his craft. We could use more artisans like this in all walks of life

    • @gregoryb4486
      @gregoryb4486 2 года назад +128

      I roomed with his son, definitely the whole family’s vibe. And the food is amazing

    • @matthewjohnson816
      @matthewjohnson816 2 года назад +30

      Couldn’t agree more my man

    • @GreenSushiPanda
      @GreenSushiPanda 2 года назад +12

      in poetry too

    • @zuchorovung3600
      @zuchorovung3600 2 года назад +1

      @@matthewjohnson816 juror

    • @Sinic818
      @Sinic818 2 года назад +25

      I love your comment. The world needs more artisans, people love passion and honesty.

  • @cameronford6339
    @cameronford6339 2 года назад +4267

    Love how he speaks about his son, you can tell he's a both a great dad and a great chef.

    • @lewisjames4558
      @lewisjames4558 2 года назад

      He bout to beat his ass

    • @yadig.
      @yadig. 2 года назад +127

      His son sounds really passionate and proud of his dad too in the way he speaks

    • @adriankelly350
      @adriankelly350 2 года назад +25

      best bit about the video wasn't it. what a champ

    • @NazriB
      @NazriB 2 года назад +2

      Lies again? Do it yourself

    • @AdaptiveApeHybrid
      @AdaptiveApeHybrid 2 года назад +27

      Both seem like mild mannered, passionate, highly skilled, stand up guys.
      I'm nowhere near them but I'd absolutely give this place a solid shot based on this video. Chicken looks amazing and they are clearly passionate and striving for excellence. I work in kitchens myself and tbh, I wish I could work for people like this. People who are passionate about a craft just amp me up. There's nothing like being a useful part of some great whole imo

  • @mihilist
    @mihilist 2 года назад +1937

    This guy could do a weekly show just being himself in his restaurant, personality is outstanding, his ability to just speak to a camera with no filler is top notch.

    • @deecry8087
      @deecry8087 2 года назад +25

      Yes indeed! He sold me with this video! Visiting his spot is now on my bucket list!

    • @goodgoyim9459
      @goodgoyim9459 2 года назад +9

      the stereotype wrote itself. Just need the watermelon now.

    • @pistolpete8231
      @pistolpete8231 2 года назад +31

      @@goodgoyim9459 u mad?

    • @mihilist
      @mihilist 2 года назад

      @@goodgoyim9459 gross

    • @ProudBM19
      @ProudBM19 2 года назад +15

      @@goodgoyim9459 Boy Bye...SMH

  • @IDontTalkToCops
    @IDontTalkToCops Год назад +360

    Anybody who has that much passion and love for what they do and who constantly strives toward mastering their craft is going to have success in anything they do. This was a real joy to watch.

    • @Chicago2714
      @Chicago2714 10 месяцев назад +4

      Hell of a comment. You can see the excitement in the man face.💯

  • @RandomBlackGamer
    @RandomBlackGamer 2 года назад +4324

    Him saying that his mom was from New Orleans and his dad was from Shreveport was all I needed to know to prove that the chicken is as good as he says it is. Those are arguably the best locations in Louisiana to get fried chicken.

    • @chefgrigs
      @chefgrigs 2 года назад +62

      He from the real LA, that’s where My fam from the Port😍

    • @RandomBlackGamer
      @RandomBlackGamer 2 года назад +88

      @@chefgrigs same. I moved to TX but anytime I touch down I gotta grab some Southern Classic.

    • @jasonreed6363
      @jasonreed6363 2 года назад +27

      He got his stripes fasho

    • @houserental5424
      @houserental5424 2 года назад +12

      Bro its fake, no one in LA even knows wtf this place is

    • @taylorholder4537
      @taylorholder4537 2 года назад +13

      I'm in Shreveport right now. There's a lot of good chicken here for sure.

  • @kevincong1378
    @kevincong1378 2 года назад +1851

    This has got to be one of the most inspirational guys I've seen. Proud of who he is, what he does, and how he does it. Rock on!

    • @atalxndr
      @atalxndr 2 года назад +7

      His energy is dope

    • @kermitrooseveltferkelroose9537
      @kermitrooseveltferkelroose9537 2 года назад +1

      but this isnt the best fried chicken !! i saw a lot of videos of chefs and even snopp dog chicken looks better ....so u cant tell ...its good for sure but i saw other videos with 100% better results....alone the old trick ands tradition with pickle water and so on....taste for sure better than this

    • @boogitybear2283
      @boogitybear2283 2 года назад +7

      And he enjoys what he does! That’s the best way to live!

    • @jaded-harper
      @jaded-harper 2 года назад +12

      @@kermitrooseveltferkelroose9537 k and? who said it was the best fried chicken ever lol? pointless comment. just like mine

    • @larrysproul9424
      @larrysproul9424 2 года назад +3

      That chicken place is on my bucket lost for sure.,,,,

  • @danielcarrillo4385
    @danielcarrillo4385 10 месяцев назад +703

    he refers to his employees not as cooks but as chefs....man the professionalism!

    • @tusharnagula6969
      @tusharnagula6969 9 месяцев назад +17

      Professionalism ❌ Chivalry ✅

    • @01hZ
      @01hZ 9 месяцев назад +22

      in truth they are neither

    • @Poeticfloetic
      @Poeticfloetic 8 месяцев назад +16

      ​@@01hZHow would you know? Maybe they are Commis Chefs??? Have you perused their resumes? You sound like an unseasoned hater 😂

    • @willie549
      @willie549 5 месяцев назад +5

      @@Poeticfloetic You sound deluded 🤣
      Of course they are not Chefs 🤦‍♂

    • @IHTCAU
      @IHTCAU 2 месяца назад

      7:54

  • @jonathanchai465
    @jonathanchai465 Год назад +89

    Based in Toronto, and saw this video and added this to a bucket list when I visit LA. All I can say is, this is crossed off the bucket list and my god this is some good food. Even got the chance to meet Vincent in the resturant, casually just sitting and ensuring the business was running smoothly. Great guy and very dedicated to his craft. Hope this comes to Toronto one day

    • @Ms123kill
      @Ms123kill Год назад

      should have asked him. Lately Vancouver and toronto food scene is growing we need more.

    • @willie549
      @willie549 5 месяцев назад +1

      Why don't you just make it yourself?

    • @RyanHoltz
      @RyanHoltz 23 дня назад

      I am interviewing him tomorrow for my podcast here in LA. I am based in BC, Canada and literally said “I gotta interview him”
      Anything you would ask? Excited to try the chicken too!

  • @appalachianfamilyrecipes4647
    @appalachianfamilyrecipes4647 2 года назад +258

    I’ve never wanted fried chicken more in my life. I absolutely love the dedication to his craft and how he strives for perfection. I also loved the multi generational story!

  • @PANDABOI
    @PANDABOI Год назад +2320

    I went to Los Angeles and Tried their Chicken,
    One of the best I ever had and the biscuit was too much good!

    • @justgonnacomment
      @justgonnacomment Год назад +14

      It looks really yummy, the way he describes it is heavenly 🍗 very cool u for 15 mil btw congrats dude

    • @jarjarbinks4243
      @jarjarbinks4243 Год назад +20

      How many bots u pay for those subs?

    • @DireRainX
      @DireRainX Год назад

      Your videos are dogshit

    • @IsaacPhillips-wv1ok
      @IsaacPhillips-wv1ok Год назад

      This is straight to the point

    • @jgoat33
      @jgoat33 Год назад

      @@jarjarbinks4243he has incredibly high viewed shorts they aren’t bots

  • @corbfisher
    @corbfisher 2 года назад +422

    This man is an EXPERT and he got there by continually trying to make his product better. He should teach the subject because he gives such a great explanation of how he does it. PASSION!!

    • @JimboJones99
      @JimboJones99 2 года назад +12

      God Bless Honey 🍯 Kettle's Fried Chicken 🙏🍗
      God Bless President Trump 🙏🇺🇲

    • @SuperSnipo
      @SuperSnipo 2 года назад +6

      @@JimboJones99 amen brother

    • @Skiskiski
      @Skiskiski 6 месяцев назад +1

      Those feathers were wavy at the camera!!😂😊😛😋😙😚🤩🥰

  • @CBGBBB
    @CBGBBB Год назад +42

    I've never seen someone more confident in themselves and what they create. Incredible looking fried chicken!

  • @getjaxon
    @getjaxon 2 года назад +1895

    Honey's Kettle is a special place, the recipe is so damn good... Just pure gold. Seeing the owner and people behind it just backs up why this business has been a huge success.

    • @samuraidoggy
      @samuraidoggy 2 года назад

      Do white people actually eat there too, or is this some black neighborhood why its so popular?

    • @getjaxon
      @getjaxon 2 года назад

      @@samuraidoggy of course! it’s actually in the middle of a really gentrified area. Culver City is home to Sony Pictures, Apple Music and Amazon Studios. So I mean, yeah all types of people. You probably won’t see really health conscious people go there though. The gym rat, Kombucha obsessed white people.

    • @snitox
      @snitox Год назад +4

      It's worse than Popeyes wtf u talking about.

    • @JamminClemmons
      @JamminClemmons Год назад

      @@snitox What-chew is talkin' about? Sheeeeeeyit, we can'ts visit ya'lls foods places in America tah order a foods witout gettin' gawk at likes we's from da inner-city! It happen too!! And da Spanish peoples is nuts too. I walk into YOUR USA markets to purchase bacon too but first I's gots ta know how to speak street-jive! - Da hell's wrong witchu people there? Imma gonna slappa yo faces wit wet spahetti. Mama Mia!!!

    • @exglued2394
      @exglued2394 Год назад +27

      @@snitox you’re desensitized with fast food

  • @moistydoooood
    @moistydoooood 2 года назад +828

    i love how he speaks about his son it’s so adorable. and because of that you can see the passion and love that his son puts forth as well. lots of parents can learn from this amazing man.

    • @mrjdavidt
      @mrjdavidt 2 года назад +6

      I surely have 🙏🏾

    • @samuraidoggy
      @samuraidoggy 2 года назад +1

      tbh, I couldnt care less about that talk.

    • @Doomer253
      @Doomer253 Год назад

      @@samuraidoggy Because your father sucks or you've never met him?

    • @matheusmoreira6291
      @matheusmoreira6291 Год назад +22

      @@samuraidoggy its ok, i hope your day got better after that comment.

    • @pollypockets508
      @pollypockets508 Год назад +1

      I thought that was super sweet

  • @jimmylin600
    @jimmylin600 2 года назад +405

    I love to see passionate chefs with a zest for life and their craft. The people who work here puts love into the food.

    • @bronzkhrome4024
      @bronzkhrome4024 2 года назад +1

      AND he does it with Love, you have to love that, :)

    • @repentandbelieveinjesuschr9495
      @repentandbelieveinjesuschr9495 2 года назад

      Repent to Jesus Christ
      “Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you.”
      ‭‭1 Peter‬ ‭5:7‬ ‭NIV‬‬
      h

  • @praokon
    @praokon Год назад +24

    I absolutely love it when people enjoy what they do and u can genuinely tell this guy loves what he does and it shows in the product. It's an Art, it is a craft to this man. Beautiful. These are the kinds of places I love going to.

  • @aBc-123-XyZ
    @aBc-123-XyZ 2 года назад +548

    Glad to see his son beside him learning the craft,to carry on his father's tradition of making the best fried chicken and biscuits.

    • @9hundred67
      @9hundred67 2 года назад +1

      he might get some heart complications

    • @9hundred67
      @9hundred67 2 года назад +1

      @sketchers educated guess

    • @kimhornhem5399
      @kimhornhem5399 2 года назад +11

      cause he praises his son so well and deserved. Son would of gapped it otherwise.

    • @lalaicast
      @lalaicast 2 года назад +1

      @@9hundred67 ahh

    • @SilverforceX
      @SilverforceX 2 года назад +7

      @@9hundred67 Nobody lives forever my man. Just enjoy it while you can!

  • @MS-MS11
    @MS-MS11 2 года назад +525

    " I didn't invent fried chicken, I perfected" spoken like a true master chef and props to the elder lady if you take pride in your work in return doors will open for you💯💙

    • @fumanpoo4725
      @fumanpoo4725 2 года назад +2

      Perfected torture of God's creatures.

    • @jerryosborn9833
      @jerryosborn9833 2 года назад

      ​@@fumanpoo4725 shut up vegans

    • @Aiden_Muslim
      @Aiden_Muslim 2 года назад +10

      @@fumanpoo4725 That's about right, they don't kill them straight away they make them go through a lot of torture.

    • @ashleyryan6222
      @ashleyryan6222 2 года назад +9

      @@Aiden_Muslim mmmmmmmmm even tastier

    • @STM7878
      @STM7878 2 года назад +3

      @@Aiden_Muslim 🤤

  • @johnedwards4394
    @johnedwards4394 Год назад +54

    These privately owned restaurants are always the best. Quality!

    • @sallgoodman2323
      @sallgoodman2323 5 месяцев назад +6

      Truly. It's not just a job, but their lifestyle.

  • @tiberiuskirk739
    @tiberiuskirk739 Год назад +9

    He sold me on this. I’m taking a trip across the country to taste this work of art , this labor of love that I’m sure will come through in the product!

  • @masteryoda5705
    @masteryoda5705 Год назад +133

    The thing I love most about this is when the Dad looks at the son with pure pride

  • @douglawson8937
    @douglawson8937 2 года назад +275

    It's funny seeing real chef's that have perfected their craft and as a chef myself, you can just look at what people these here have done and everything from the consistency of the batter to the boil in the fryer and the aesthetic of the chicken itself when it's done, you know it's gonna be a an excellent product just by looking at it. Well done, fellas! Very well done!

    • @aznbbygirls
      @aznbbygirls 2 года назад

      Black people makes the best fried chicken.

    • @truthhurts3524
      @truthhurts3524 2 года назад +4

      I was curious if they swap out the oil everyday or they filter it to extend its life? Along with feeling bad for the dude that does clean the fryers, always hated that.

    • @donniezawadski2047
      @donniezawadski2047 2 года назад

      🤣🤣🤣 I'm a chef as well

  • @oneminuteenglishlesson7891
    @oneminuteenglishlesson7891 2 года назад +271

    I am seriously loving this guy and his son. They explain everything so well, and I have to give credit to the Eater videographers and editors - great visual storytelling!

  • @UHPhilipA
    @UHPhilipA Год назад +11

    You gotta love people like this man. It's trickling down to his son and his employees. Would love to try his chicken and biscuits one day!

  • @supremefries6209
    @supremefries6209 2 года назад +223

    Why do I feel like I just watched a Michelin Star video? The passion and dedication here are second to none, this was more than just inspiring.

    • @Scott_Silver
      @Scott_Silver 2 года назад +7

      They really should give out more Michelin stars for stuff like fried chicken and fish n chips

    • @leonscott543
      @leonscott543 2 года назад +16

      Because you are. His attention to detail is Michelin star worthy.... That's all that those Michelin stars represent, attention to detail. This fried chicken process deserves at least one star

    • @lalaicast
      @lalaicast 2 года назад

      This

    • @hanzohanzo3680
      @hanzohanzo3680 2 года назад

      🤣

    • @PimpofChaos
      @PimpofChaos 2 года назад +10

      Not every tasty food deserves Michelin star. They have their own standards, and this man doesn't deserve false trophies.

  • @ToXiCxMadness2
    @ToXiCxMadness2 2 года назад +301

    Imagine if all people had a passion like this man, you can’t be an angry person when you’re focusing on your passion! This man is a role model to us all

    • @Nako3
      @Nako3 Год назад +2

      Well all need a passion to distract us from this insane world we live in!

    • @MikeTheD
      @MikeTheD 7 месяцев назад

      We have tons of people just grinding away and too busy to hear from. We only hear from the nasty folks usually.

  • @Widderic
    @Widderic 2 года назад +562

    He looks like an awesome guy to have as a father. Straight up wholesome and hardworking. Screams what I love about America.

    • @jayjones7693
      @jayjones7693 2 года назад +21

      @@VegasLiveStream Leave it up to a republican to make something good in wholesome political

    • @gragascel
      @gragascel 2 года назад +22

      @@VegasLiveStream how about we dont make something wholesome and genuine political? there are plenty of people from any side of the political spectrum who are hardworking and good people. someones political stance does not dictate who they are lol

    • @Spabsa
      @Spabsa 2 года назад +11

      @@jayjones7693 you should’ve left “Republican” out of your sentence unless your trying to be a hypocrite

    • @lordhumungus7980
      @lordhumungus7980 2 года назад +3

      And as usual, something wholesome just turned political. God I love America.

    • @jayjones7693
      @jayjones7693 2 года назад +2

      @@Spabsa You should read a dictionary and learn with the word hypocrite means…

  • @The_Cobalt_Lair
    @The_Cobalt_Lair Год назад +17

    I used your techniques to fry up chicken thighs for dinner today & it came out amazing. I dry marinated the chicken over night, used cold filtered water for the batter & it was the best fried chicken I’ve had in a long time. I did use lard to fry the chicken & the spices were different than what you probably use but your way to fry chicken is now My go-to method.
    How well does this work for frying pork chops?

  • @donovanhaase6752
    @donovanhaase6752 2 года назад +306

    I grew up 10 minutes away from this place, one of my favorite spots!!! Best fried chicken I've had, and the biscuits are to DIE for

    • @fredfry5100
      @fredfry5100 2 года назад +2

      That, is extraordinarily fortunate of you.

    • @danielluo4408
      @danielluo4408 2 года назад +5

      So jealous, I would eat there everyday if I could!

    • @january7213
      @january7213 2 года назад +3

      Sad they closed the Compton location! Gotta travel to Culver City now....🙄

    • @fade2black001
      @fade2black001 2 года назад

      @@danielluo4408 You have to think that Compton is one of the most crime rated cities in the country. I'm not so sure (as a white dude) would want to go there

    • @abdula2853
      @abdula2853 2 года назад

      Quality at its best and biscuits are from heaven.

  • @IsmokeHiphopLive
    @IsmokeHiphopLive 2 года назад +207

    I love this team, from the dad to the beautiful lady that makes the biscuits.

  • @adammendoza3503
    @adammendoza3503 2 года назад +97

    These are the kind of places and restaurants that never die due to the passion and the commitment of the people that are cooking it… my hats off to you sir… all one word… Awesome…

  • @candecollection4730
    @candecollection4730 Год назад +2

    It's the PASSION that makes this truly inspiring! It's chicken but truly beautiful to see the artistry and love behind his craft! Beautiful!🦋👑✨

  • @ArielK1987
    @ArielK1987 2 года назад +352

    This gentleman should a food culinary instructor. Cause his explanation of his food and his cooking tools are on point.

    • @poison2433
      @poison2433 2 года назад +5

      You obviously arent a chef, a lot of what he was saying were fairy tales.

    • @mivuhis
      @mivuhis 2 года назад +3

      @@poison2433 And you are a chef?

    • @jacobsanchez5189
      @jacobsanchez5189 2 года назад +5

      @@poison2433 can you elaborate?

    • @Tundrawrath
      @Tundrawrath 2 года назад +6

      @@jacobsanchez5189 there are plenty of explanation in RUclips just check the Michelin star chefs , the guy frying chicken is amazing but in the end he's knowledge is just about frying chicken .

    • @jacobsanchez5189
      @jacobsanchez5189 2 года назад +24

      @@Tundrawrath He’s mastered his craft. Isn’t that the point of the video? I think people try to nitpick anything and everything, just enjoy the story this man is telling.

  • @TypicallyUniqueOfficial
    @TypicallyUniqueOfficial Год назад +502

    There’s nothing I have more respect for than an individual that has dedicated themselves to their craft for a lifetime.
    The amount of lit bits of knowledge you gain over the year to perfect such a product is art.

    • @mastershifu8151
      @mastershifu8151 Год назад +1

      @TypicallyUnique W comment

    • @FutaCatto2
      @FutaCatto2 Год назад +2

      6:04 I appreciate his honesty but there is no such thing as "Healthy fried chicken". If he meant top quality fried chicken, I would definitely agree.

    • @SonicBoomC98
      @SonicBoomC98 Год назад +2

      Right. I hate when people try to do something just to do something.

    • @jonahbrown5669
      @jonahbrown5669 8 месяцев назад +1

      ​@@SonicBoomC98Weird thing to hate

    • @SonicBoomC98
      @SonicBoomC98 8 месяцев назад

      @@jonahbrown5669 No its not. Some people don't care and will just do things any kind of way

  • @Naughtez
    @Naughtez 2 года назад +385

    Oh my God. This looks absolutely incredible. The passion, the secret marinade. If I'm ever in LA I must remember this place.

  • @MistressSugarbritches
    @MistressSugarbritches Год назад +7

    Just letting you all know up at Honey’s Kettle that I’ve used your method close to a half dozen times & I’m so pleased with the results now that I’m getting it down to a science that I’ve stopped looking at other peoples’ videos about frying chicken. I’ll be using your method (I actually have some boneless thighs marinating in My fridge for tomorrow) every time I fry up some chicken. You are a bunch of chicken frying gurus!

    • @reggietisdale
      @reggietisdale 7 месяцев назад

      What seasonings do you use when you fry your chicken and do you dredge it like this and what do you put in yours?

    • @raytacoles766
      @raytacoles766 5 месяцев назад

      Whats the brand of the Batter mix

  • @OkNoBigDeal
    @OkNoBigDeal 2 года назад +88

    A consummate drive for perfection through innovation is a sign of genius. This man and his legacy are proof.

  • @rawbluecheese
    @rawbluecheese 2 года назад +128

    Love the pride, the method and the joy Vincent, his son and Mama Biscuit take in perfecting their food. I'm watching this at 5.45am and am now craving Honey's Kettle fried chicken. Would love watch a cooking show about these guys. They are all so personable.

  • @DanniDuck
    @DanniDuck 2 года назад +661

    I always like to look up the restaurants shown on Google to look at their reviews. Their chicken is described as more juicy and fresh than crispy like most are used to. Apparently they have amazing lemonade with different fresh fruit flavors like Blueberry, as well! Their mini pies also have great reviews and are an amazing addition to your meal. This place has great reviews and what looks to be great food!! I wish I lived in LA and could try this. I'm actually from Shreveport, where he said some of his family is from. We have a lot of great chicken here and a lot of bad chicken (KFC, Popeyes, etc.) too.

    • @chuckjordan4555
      @chuckjordan4555 2 года назад +3

      Southern Classic... Shreveport naive....stand up..!!

    • @thehappyrecluse
      @thehappyrecluse 2 года назад +20

      Honey Kettle has been my go to local fried chicken spot since they opened. They are incredible and are definitely a must if you are in the area.

    • @aidan9846
      @aidan9846 2 года назад +12

      This place is amazing, if you ever come to LA make sure to try it!

    • @heyyou9244
      @heyyou9244 2 года назад +4

      I live in LA and will be trying for you

    • @garrettgreen9667
      @garrettgreen9667 2 года назад +5

      Popeyes and KFC is not bad chicken though

  • @jonasb6440
    @jonasb6440 Год назад +12

    It has to be such a good feeling for the dad that he has his son who will eventually carry on the tradition

  • @texaslawdawg1902
    @texaslawdawg1902 2 года назад +145

    One of the best ever. We traveled all the way from Texas to sample it. Honey Kettle and Willie May's Scotch House in NOLA are the top two in the country. End of discussion.

    • @constantravens4800
      @constantravens4800 2 года назад +3

      😮

    • @GenX...MCMLXV
      @GenX...MCMLXV 2 года назад +3

      End of discussion. LOL OK Mr law dawg chicken expert..................There's Willie Mays Scotch House in New Orleans and I can take you to a dozen places as good or better in the Carolinas and Georgia--- no Hattie Mays Scotch House--- Hattie May started doing chicken in Nashville and it doesn't even rate a second visit, nasty burnt oil overcooked yardbird mess.

    • @snsn7251
      @snsn7251 2 года назад +1

      He is passionate about what he does and it pays off and rewards him

    • @omostim2385
      @omostim2385 2 года назад +3

      You meant Willie Mae’s Scotch House and I’ll agree Willie Mae’s is good. I haven’t had this honey kettle but they don’t look like they jokin around

    • @joselopez-he1mc
      @joselopez-he1mc 2 года назад

      Maybe i didnt get a good batch but very disappointed in both places. I was the only customer at honey kettle. Bullet proof glass was the first id seen in an eatery except maybe bludsoes.

  • @apollstar1
    @apollstar1 Год назад +624

    Damn I love this guy. He’s so passionate about what he does. You can see all the love and hard work he put into making his chicken so that it is completely the best. I wish I would’ve known about this place when I was living in California. I really want to try it. And mama biscuit is just as passionate and loving as well. And you got a great son. Like one big happy family restaurant, I love it. You’re great people, would to fly out just to try it.

    • @chefgiovanni
      @chefgiovanni Год назад +1

      I'm a Chef and I would love to taste his chicken. He puts love into the recipe.
      Here is another great egg recipe from the Chef : ruclips.net/video/7dSh4nkMKfY/видео.html

    • @lobolgbt1300
      @lobolgbt1300 Год назад

      I want him to eat me like he ate that piece of chicken

  • @craigcashman2275
    @craigcashman2275 2 года назад +254

    This guy is a legend. His passion is infectious, and I bet he never stops working.

    • @samuraidoggy
      @samuraidoggy 2 года назад +1

      In the end, he just cooks fried chicken lol. Its not rocket science.

    • @zuzi1028
      @zuzi1028 Год назад

      @@samuraidoggy did you watch the video you sore lonely loser? You know-it-all lowlife trash of a human being

    • @sprectra4344
      @sprectra4344 Год назад +9

      ​@@samuraidoggy fried chicken is superior to rocket science tho

    • @avecxesar
      @avecxesar Год назад +1

      @@samuraidoggyin the end, he feeds people. What rocket scientist does??? Lol

    • @lowQRUNT
      @lowQRUNT Год назад

      @@sprectra4344as long as he wakes up every morning and loving the day ahead of him is all that matters.

  • @tristenwydeman
    @tristenwydeman Год назад +3

    The passion in his craft alone makes me want to go and I love how he has brought his family up to carry on the tradition. Oh they will be getting a visit from me so glad I saw this. So sad I did not know them earlier I would have gone. This was well done.

  • @ethandaniel8123
    @ethandaniel8123 2 года назад +222

    You can tell he does everything the LEGIT WAY. Kitchen cleaned everyday, fresh chicken, and a real passion for what he does. Gordon Ramsay would be proud. 🙌🏼

    • @Poeticfloetic
      @Poeticfloetic 8 месяцев назад

      Gordon Ramsey is not the MVP of chefs . His restaurants have had scandals. Clearly you have not heard in the states. Lol He is overrated and a palm coloured hater. He would not wash his chicken nor does he promote it. Like most Europeans they do not believe in washing meat. 😂😂😂

  • @westcoastspartan1528
    @westcoastspartan1528 Год назад +107

    You can tell he puts love into his food, and passing down the knowledge to his kids priceless 🙏

  • @askingwhyisfree7436
    @askingwhyisfree7436 2 года назад +70

    I want everyone to be like this guy. Loves his craft and knows people like what he does. He's the chicken guy.

  • @Usef1371
    @Usef1371 Год назад +3

    This man speaks with such passion and love for the business! I love it

  • @polyverse1
    @polyverse1 2 года назад +41

    I love this brother, and his passion for his craft. He’s a master chef and he’s definitely necessary. In addition I admire his son for running with his father and being faithful to him.

  • @aydapadistudio
    @aydapadistudio 2 года назад +46

    This guy is so inspirational. You can really feel his passion for his food.

  • @simphiwetom9509
    @simphiwetom9509 2 года назад +12

    There's something special about food cooked in love. The passion of this old.man is so awesome. He describes his craft in a very splendid manner.

  • @jcuz451
    @jcuz451 Год назад +8

    I love everything about this. The owner seemed so passionate and particular about his method. The fact that his son seemed to share that same passion for his fathers dream is super wholesome. I wish the best for these guys .

  • @busbqbill449
    @busbqbill449 2 года назад +16

    A true craftsman. Hard to find in these times. Unbelievable passion

  • @alamsyahbatrabatliz9340
    @alamsyahbatrabatliz9340 2 года назад +27

    Seeing someone that's so passionate at something is always a good motivation.

  • @TaxProGirl
    @TaxProGirl Год назад +6

    Never thought I'd have so much pride (to the point of tears) in a restaurant story. The way he embraces his roots & the amount of research done is phenomenal.

  • @larrydanadavid2435
    @larrydanadavid2435 2 года назад +38

    Everyone that was interviewed is an inspiration for doing things the right way. With care, passion and dedication. Cheers

  • @JAZZLlFE
    @JAZZLlFE 2 года назад +104

    I instantly liked this guy and his son and the love they have for what they do. 👍🏽

  • @tylerjacobson8012
    @tylerjacobson8012 2 года назад +24

    Quality ingredients, generational skill, and most importantly passionate great people. That’s what it takes to make truly great food. Thanks to this video this place is now a bucket list atop of mine. This man is so dedicated to his craft. I’m sure this chicken is insanely good.

  • @bdawg4231
    @bdawg4231 9 месяцев назад

    It's so nice seeing hard working people that take so much pride in their work! Living on the East Coast I don't know if or when I'll be over on the west coast again but I'd love to come visit this establishment!

  • @chrissy1616
    @chrissy1616 2 года назад +162

    I love!!!! Honey’s Kettle. The chicken,biscuits, and the lemonade is amazing!. If your ever in Los Angeles make your way to honey’s Kettle. You won’t be disappointed!

    • @moseskongi4746
      @moseskongi4746 2 года назад +1

      It looks like ordinary fried chicken to me.

    • @loganblack4885
      @loganblack4885 2 года назад +4

      @Draper Scott dude this the best chicken and biscuits hands down

    • @jackd6148
      @jackd6148 2 года назад

      People said Texas BBQ was amazing. When I was stationed there, the food was poor. My BBQ is much better than anything I had there. This chicken looks average.

    • @travisyarbrough4033
      @travisyarbrough4033 2 года назад

      You need to try Fixins Soul Kitchen for regular style fried chicken .... and the waffles are beyond description good. New place but the food is without words great !!!!

  • @GangPiggy
    @GangPiggy 2 года назад +39

    Just ordered this chicken twice last week! There’s delivery available in West LA. I really thought they were the best fried chicken in LA even b4 this video.

  • @jor181
    @jor181 2 года назад +7

    That was one of the most enjoyable eats I have watched. More people need to interview him. That went by fast. His teaching and enthusiasm was top notch!

  • @andyzhang7890
    @andyzhang7890 Год назад +5

    You can tell he’s so proud and passionate for his craft, it’s damn infectious. Respect

  • @regalnut86
    @regalnut86 2 года назад +23

    His passion in next level! What a great family and story. Loved this.

  • @JohnHausser
    @JohnHausser 2 года назад +34

    It’s always nice to see passionate people who are operating a family business !
    Their fried 🍗 🐓 looks 🔥
    Cheers from San Diego California

  • @EmandLloyd
    @EmandLloyd 2 года назад +36

    One day after this video came out, we just happened to be traveling to LA from Hong Kong and watched the video before we boarded our flight.
    Just left Honey’s Kettle, and honestly the chicken exceeded our expectations. Vincent was in the shop himself too, so we got to shake his hand and take a picture. Please go and try this place if you’re in LA - it’s incredible.

    • @bayodaman
      @bayodaman 2 года назад

      man I really want some now

  • @AlexanderTheGreat222
    @AlexanderTheGreat222 Год назад +6

    You can tell he has the passion for his cooking. This looks amazing!

  • @Amin_2k
    @Amin_2k Год назад +13

    I love it when someone is excited about his craft. Doesnt matter if its cooking chicken, or window cleaning or whatever, i love it.

  • @gud_soup6991
    @gud_soup6991 2 года назад +50

    A great father, businessman and passionate for his craft. Respect!

  • @dr.100purrscent5
    @dr.100purrscent5 2 года назад +92

    You gotta respect his process! He's got it down to a science. Passion, Quality, Technique, it's purely Fantastic 😅😍✊🏾💗🍗

  • @NiteshKumar-sd2cz
    @NiteshKumar-sd2cz 6 месяцев назад +3

    He explained simple thing with so much complexity

  • @Asdfghjkl1234
    @Asdfghjkl1234 2 года назад +17

    Wow!! Looks amazing. Very inspiring father and son. Can’t wait to go. Greetings and respect to all from Durango Mexico 🇲🇽

  • @jamesaroeuett1567
    @jamesaroeuett1567 2 года назад +53

    The chicken and biscuits look incredible. You can really see the passion they have to produce high quality food. I hope someday to try this chicken.

    • @MarkSherry1
      @MarkSherry1 2 года назад

      What you mean the place if very dirty.

  • @roundone7954
    @roundone7954 2 года назад +123

    As a restaurant owner myself I can tell this man is the real deal! Most owners don't have to stay at their restaurant or even work there. But I can tell this man loves what he does and cares about his product. Next time I'm in LA (and that's where I grew up) I will definitely be stopping in this place.👍

    • @alexdumont6401
      @alexdumont6401 2 года назад +2

      So you think it's sanitary to put your raw chicken in the sink????

    • @roundone7954
      @roundone7954 2 года назад +24

      @@alexdumont6401 Many restaurants have sinks especially to rinse meat. They're usually not the same sink that you wash your dishes in or your hand washing sinks! But I'm guessing you know that since your commenting on it right?🤣
      I know potatoes aren't unsanitary like chicken but many restaurants have special sinks to soak their French fries in. To get the starch out . Including in-and-out burgers.They are usually separate from their dishwashing sinks as well. You don't stay in business for that long if you're getting people sick.🤷‍♂️

    • @roundone7954
      @roundone7954 2 года назад

      @@alexdumont6401 ????

    • @roundone7954
      @roundone7954 2 года назад +2

      @@alexdumont6401 And by the way raw is spelled (RAW)!

    • @alexdumont6401
      @alexdumont6401 2 года назад +2

      @@roundone7954 yes karen

  • @monalisa6237
    @monalisa6237 8 месяцев назад +2

    I am from Compton and I remember eating this chicken every weekend. WOW!!! The liquid batter instead of the dry flour amazed me and I dont know of anyone else who used this technique. Me and my friends also ate a Golden Bird Chicken in Compton and I must say...Compton had the best fried chicken ON EARTH!!!

  • @kenfree216
    @kenfree216 2 года назад +11

    My favorite spot in LA. Happy they are getting the coverage they deserve.

  • @dontcare9689
    @dontcare9689 2 года назад +10

    This is so nice to see a family with so much pride for their product & the customer. Going to see you soon thank you.

  • @blacksheeq8667
    @blacksheeq8667 2 года назад +34

    I first looked them up years ago like 2012 and it’s still the best chicken I’ve ever had. I’m from Houston and will literally fly back to LA next month again to get this chicken

  • @trapizonn3603
    @trapizonn3603 Год назад +2

    I’ve had so much fried chicken in my life and i always think about honey kettles fried chicken. The hot sauce and the honey with the biscuits are amazing

  • @rjptrucking4598
    @rjptrucking4598 2 года назад +12

    Now this is the type of videos under should be produced. This guy is amazing and I've never wanted fried chicken so bad in my life

  • @Kitty-we6il
    @Kitty-we6il 2 года назад +27

    You can hear the emotion in his voice talking about his lost parents, and honestly I'm the same way with my Dad, too.

  • @jaschajade
    @jaschajade 2 года назад +417

    I've tried almost all the "Best Fried Chicken in LA" spots and Honey's Kettle's my favourite, at least as good as Jim Dandy's.
    Don't be fooled though, no such thing as healthy fried chicken XD

    • @peterbach1126
      @peterbach1126 2 года назад +55

      Food is healthy, lifestyles aren't necessarily.

    • @xXYannuschXx
      @xXYannuschXx 2 года назад +28

      Healthy for the soul.

    • @cactusbread2215
      @cactusbread2215 2 года назад +35

      it's as healthy a fried chicken can get

    • @santeramo147
      @santeramo147 2 года назад +5

      @@cactusbread2215 actually if you spin it in a salad spinner after frying, you spin off alot of oil

    • @RalphBarbagallo
      @RalphBarbagallo 2 года назад +18

      Agreed. I had to chuckle at that part. :) But I absolutely love this place. Any time I have to meet someone in Culver City I try to make it a Honey's Kettle lunch meeting.

  • @TheAvgJoeVlog
    @TheAvgJoeVlog Год назад +2

    To have that clean of a spot with fried chicken is wild. There’s so much oil, seasoning and flower floating around making a mess is seemingly avoidable. They have it all dialed in!

  • @BrickCitySleepy973
    @BrickCitySleepy973 2 года назад +19

    The love and passion he has for cooking and his business just pours out of him. I need to visit his restaurant one day.

  • @jackdimond7810
    @jackdimond7810 2 года назад +18

    You can taste when someone is cooking for the passion of it and not just for the money.
    Chicken looks so good!

  • @TacoStacks
    @TacoStacks 2 года назад +108

    I am about to go to LA just for some Fried Chicken.

  • @KannyBright
    @KannyBright Год назад

    This was like a opera .. u feel like elevated to a Michelangelo or a beautiful song in this documentary about food.... Soul lifting

  • @gggbeatcanelo2985
    @gggbeatcanelo2985 2 года назад +50

    Gotta love the passion. And the family dynamics. Love the whole thing. If I’m ever out in LA I’m definitely visiting

    • @MountMonty
      @MountMonty 2 года назад +3

      Must do. It's the best fried chicken I've ever had. And their blue berry scones are delicious.

  • @Street.Hermit
    @Street.Hermit Год назад +26

    man, when someone is that jazzed about cooking you know it’s going to be good. Passion like this is of short supply nowadays.

  • @nkyryry
    @nkyryry 2 года назад +120

    I can tell just by listening to him that he’s cranking out some of the best fried chicken in the world.

    • @benenivel1478
      @benenivel1478 2 года назад +1

      Careful here, the world is a big place. A lot bigger than the US... especially when it comes to cooking. He just sounds super American to me.

    • @benenivel1478
      @benenivel1478 2 года назад

      @Nick I will try during my next US trip!

    • @-TheSweetScience
      @-TheSweetScience 2 года назад

      Fried chicken is about as American as it gets, so I would think that it’s probably some damn good fried chicken.

    • @heresjohnny602
      @heresjohnny602 2 года назад +1

      @@-TheSweetScience Fried chicken is a slave food, as is BBQ which is Ironic because the one thing early American settlers thought of black slaves as is garbage.

    • @avalanche3084
      @avalanche3084 2 года назад

      @@benenivel1478 you sound like super DA!

  • @MikeTheD
    @MikeTheD 7 месяцев назад +1

    Kettle chicken, peanut oil, mamas biscuits, and then all their wisdom and love. You just know this food is a masterpiece.

  • @AsianFoodNerd
    @AsianFoodNerd 2 года назад +30

    Vincent is global chicken ambassador 🍗

  • @karendorsey4780
    @karendorsey4780 2 года назад +26

    When I get to LA , I am going to this restaurant! There’s nothing like good fried chicken! His parents were a great influence. My Mom is from Shreveport, she makes the best fried chicken! I love his passion and perfection of his recipes!

  • @sithrage
    @sithrage 2 года назад +10

    Easily one of my Top 10 spots in Los Angeles from the decade I spent living there. Can’t wait to go back someday!

  • @joetant6260
    @joetant6260 Год назад +9

    I love how much passion they put into a simple product to make it nothing but perfect! So much love for that!

  • @nord4338
    @nord4338 2 года назад +8

    Vince, you have me drooling as I watch you and your son's preparation of my favorite fried food, fried chicken.
    Thanks very much.

  • @angelamilton5134
    @angelamilton5134 2 года назад +11

    The love, patience and craft that goes into this foods. I really will taste it someday

  • @Smiley_101
    @Smiley_101 7 месяцев назад

    I’m a supporter of restaurants who worked directly with the farmers ! It a win win on both sides .. this is awesome of what honey kettle are doing

  • @danielryanclark
    @danielryanclark 2 года назад +34

    So dope! Love how Chef welcomed us into his world and shared his journey. His passion for cooking is incredibly inspiring. The food looks absolutely 🔥🔥🔥