Gordon Ramsay facts for kids
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| Born | Gordon James Ramsay 8 November 1966 Johnstone, Renfrewshire, Scotland |
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| Cooking style | European |
| Education | North Oxfordshire Technical College (Apprenticeship) |
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Gordon James Ramsay (born 8 November 1966) is a world-famous British celebrity chef, restaurant owner, and television star. His company, Gordon Ramsay Restaurants, has earned a total of 17 Michelin stars over the years, a huge honor in the food world. His main restaurant, Restaurant Gordon Ramsay in London, has held three Michelin stars since 2001.
Ramsay is known for his big personality on TV. He is famous for his high standards, strict attitude, and getting angry in the kitchen. He often makes blunt and funny comments to contestants on his cooking shows.
He became a household name through TV shows in Britain and America. Some of his most popular shows include Hell's Kitchen, Kitchen Nightmares, MasterChef, and MasterChef Junior. These shows have made him one of the most well-known chefs on the planet.
For his work, Ramsay was made an Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) by Queen Elizabeth II in 2006. In 2020, Forbes magazine said he earned $70 million, making him one of the highest-paid celebrities.
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Early Life and Football Dreams
Gordon James Ramsay was born in Johnstone, Scotland. When he was nine, his family moved to England and he grew up in Stratford-upon-Avon. Ramsay described his childhood as difficult, as his family moved often because of his father's struggles.
Before he was a chef, Ramsay's dream was to be a professional football (soccer) player. He was very talented and started playing for an under-14 team when he was 12. However, his football career ended early because of serious knee injuries. At 16, he moved out of his family's home to live on his own.
Becoming a Chef
Learning from the Best
After his football dream ended, Ramsay decided to study cooking at age 19. He enrolled in college to study hotel management. He said his choice to go to catering college was "a complete accident."
In the mid-1980s, he worked as a junior chef and then moved to London. He began working for the famous chef Marco Pierre White at a restaurant called Harveys. After two years, Ramsay wanted to learn about French cuisine. He went to work for another top chef, Albert Roux, at Le Gavroche in London.
Roux later invited Ramsay to work with him at a ski resort in the French Alps. From there, Ramsay moved to Paris. He trained with world-class chefs Guy Savoy and Joël Robuchon, who both had Michelin-starred restaurants. This training in France was very tough, but it taught him a lot about high-quality cooking.
Opening His Own Restaurants
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In 1993, Ramsay returned to London and became head chef at a three-Michelin-star restaurant. Soon after, he decided to open his own restaurant. He described this decision as "the most important day of my entire cooking career."
In 1998, he opened Restaurant Gordon Ramsay in Chelsea, London. It was a huge success. In 2001, the restaurant earned its third Michelin star. This made Ramsay the first Scottish chef ever to achieve this honor.
After his first success, Ramsay's restaurant empire grew quickly. He opened more restaurants in London, Glasgow, and even other countries like Dubai and Tokyo. He opened his first U.S. restaurant, Gordon Ramsay at the London, in New York City in 2006.
Famous TV Shows
Ramsay is just as famous for his television career as he is for his cooking. His TV shows are watched by millions of people all over the world.
What are Gordon Ramsay's most popular shows?
- Hell's Kitchen: In this show, two teams of chefs compete in a restaurant-style challenge. Ramsay is known for his fiery temper and high expectations as he pushes the contestants to be perfect.
- Kitchen Nightmares: Ramsay visits failing restaurants and has one week to help them turn things around. He often has to deal with stubborn owners and dirty kitchens.
- MasterChef: Home cooks from across America compete for the title of MasterChef. Ramsay is a judge, offering both tough criticism and helpful advice.
- MasterChef Junior: This is a kid's version of MasterChef, where talented young cooks show off their skills. Ramsay is often much kinder and more encouraging to the young contestants.
- Gordon Ramsay: Uncharted: In this show, Ramsay travels to different parts of the world to learn about local cultures and cuisines. He takes on exciting challenges and cooks with local experts.
Guest Appearances
Ramsay has also appeared as a guest on many other shows. He raced a car on the BBC's Top Gear and set a record lap time for a celebrity. He also voiced a character based on himself in an episode of The Simpsons called "The Food Wife".
Awards and Records
Ramsay has received many awards for his cooking and restaurants. His restaurant, Restaurant Gordon Ramsay, was named the top restaurant in the UK in 2001. He also received an OBE from the Queen for his services to the hospitality industry.
He also holds several Guinness World Records. These include:
- The fastest time to fillet a 10 lb fish (1 minute and 5 seconds).
- The longest pasta sheet rolled in 60 seconds (1.45 meters).
- The largest Beef Wellington ever made, weighing 25.76 kg (56.79 lb).
Personal Life
Ramsay married Tana Hutcheson, a schoolteacher, in 1996. They have six children: Megan, Holly, Jack, Tilly, Oscar, and Jesse. His daughter Tilly is also a TV chef and presenter. His son Jack is a Royal Marines commando. The family splits their time between London and Los Angeles.
Ramsay is a big fan of sports. He supports the football clubs Rangers and Chelsea. He also enjoys watching Formula One racing.
Charity Work
Ramsay is involved with many charities. He has run the London Marathon multiple times to raise money for the Scottish Spina Bifida Association. He also participates in Soccer Aid, a celebrity football match that raises money for UNICEF. In 2020, he and his wife Tana became ambassadors for Cornwall Air Ambulance, a rescue helicopter service.
See also
In Spanish: Gordon Ramsay para niños
