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  • @MEC_2
    @MEC_2 Жыл бұрын

    Your Dad is a National Treasure ❤ I’ve met him at the restaurant a few times, because he always goes out of his way to visit the tables and check on our experience. A gracious, wonderful man.

  • @davidpaul6615

    @davidpaul6615

    Жыл бұрын

    Good luck in the New Restaurant - all the best 🇨🇦✌️

  • @kylena7533

    @kylena7533

    Жыл бұрын

    Going and checking out the tables and the experience is something a good chef does.

  • @HoesLoveCoCo

    @HoesLoveCoCo

    Жыл бұрын

    @@davidpaul6615 not too sure why you are writing this as a reply and not an actual comment 🤷🏻‍♂️

  • @lawrup

    @lawrup

    Жыл бұрын

    He didn't heart your comment

  • @HoesLoveCoCo

    @HoesLoveCoCo

    Жыл бұрын

    @@lawrup nobody said he did 🤡

  • @SMAnthonyW
    @SMAnthonyW Жыл бұрын

    Seeing your dad interact with all the staff at his restaurant, his character really speaks for itself.

  • @sexuallobster134679

    @sexuallobster134679

    Жыл бұрын

    I love the guy but maybe look into some of the controversies about how the staff has been treated 😬😬😬

  • @phonzzfortheworld

    @phonzzfortheworld

    Жыл бұрын

    @@sexuallobster134679 the restaurant biz is hard - everyone is human and everyone has their moments.

  • @FattGum

    @FattGum

    Жыл бұрын

    Yeah idk about that, look up his iou policy under his restaurant

  • @dragonmaster909

    @dragonmaster909

    7 ай бұрын

    Ha!

  • @dookiewu

    @dookiewu

    6 ай бұрын

    @@sexuallobster134679wow you watched one KZread video in isolation 👏 👏 👏 lol

  • @cesarcardenas9133
    @cesarcardenas9133 Жыл бұрын

    Damn what a life, to accidently get stuck in NYC and not be like panicking af. A toast to your dad for closing this book of 23 years and opening a new one!

  • @aeseiri1618
    @aeseiri1618 Жыл бұрын

    If you look at the statistics of how many restaurants fail and realize what an achievement being in the same building for 23 years is and add to that being able to relocate and continue... this is amazing

  • @edhenn9934
    @edhenn9934 Жыл бұрын

    Your Dad should write a Cookbook, and or a Preparations sorta book. A series of books. Would be awesome. I’d be trying so many new things reading those books.

  • @Paladinforthewin_xx
    @Paladinforthewin_xx Жыл бұрын

    This shows you that not ever chef/owner is a Gordon Ramsey scream team leader… I’ve never been so impressed with how well your father runs his restaurant it very calming and food is to die for

  • @nyaritagash2790
    @nyaritagash2790 Жыл бұрын

    Your father is a truly genuine person. I didn't meet him personally when he came to a restaurant I previously worked, from the account of our staff, he was a pleasure to serve. Very rare. Much blessings to you all.

  • @UnderTheMillkyWay
    @UnderTheMillkyWay Жыл бұрын

    Seeing that sign @2:22 made a few tears appear. Those freaking onions. I know what it's like working in fine dining and it's fun, stressful, tears, excitement, laughs, memories, family and so much more. What's even more important is the bond your dad has with you and allowing you to be you and letting you grow and not taking it too serious in that environment. Your dad is immediately likeable and that's hard to come by so cherish all the moments and continue to live life to its fullest. Hopefully I'll get to the new place because I've been wanting to try your dads food for way too long. Best wishes.

  • @TheSlenderBassist
    @TheSlenderBassist Жыл бұрын

    23 years, pretty dope indeed, looking forward to the relocation! Your dad is by far inspirational and amazing, the bond you share is no doubt unbreakable, next time I make my way up there I’m gonna enjoy the food as I have before on previous visits🔥👌🏻

  • @lawrup

    @lawrup

    Жыл бұрын

    Why don't you relocate to LA near hells kitchen

  • @TheSlenderBassist

    @TheSlenderBassist

    Жыл бұрын

    @@lawrup lol you know you replied to my comment correct?

  • @twincherry4958

    @twincherry4958

    Жыл бұрын

    Wow, must be hard !

  • @racheljones5134
    @racheljones5134 Жыл бұрын

    The environment looks so lovely. You can tell it's a positive atmosphere. What an honor and such a great learning experience to be able to work for your pops. One ❤ from Va.

  • @Tom-et2cd
    @Tom-et2cd Жыл бұрын

    I’ve been binge watching your videos for a while now since I came across your channel and just wanted to say keep up the good work. The videos with your dad are probably my favorite ones to watch. He’s so funny and cares about what he does. I always look forward to watching more of your vids.

  • @CovidOrphan
    @CovidOrphan Жыл бұрын

    I'm sure you know how lucky you are to have a dad like yours, but I'm here to remind you. He's a gem. Lol

  • @kennethbrooks8505
    @kennethbrooks8505 Жыл бұрын

    You live such a charmed life. You have no idea just how fortunate you are. I hope that you appreciate all that is given to you. I hope you appreciate and honor your father. Thanks for sharing. 👍🏽

  • @random-fish
    @random-fish Жыл бұрын

    23 years in 2023. I always think of 23 as Michael Jordan's number, a number of greatness. I'm sure your dad had 23 legendary years at the old location and I think 2023 is the year to start something great, too! Sounds wonderful to me. Congratulations!

  • @jaymovesaround
    @jaymovesaround Жыл бұрын

    I love you guys, that one clip of yall remembering things u did as a kid in the restaurant felt wholesome af bro, keep it up 🔥🔥🔥🔥

  • @177mrman
    @177mrman Жыл бұрын

    Been watching u for 3 years man, glad u and Levi are deserving the recognition y’all deserve. Love u guys ❤️

  • @joehorton5089
    @joehorton5089 Жыл бұрын

    Just found this channel yesterday and have been binge watching! My new favorite channel. What an awesome father, love your guys relationship!!

  • @707ridah
    @707ridah Жыл бұрын

    You Pops is an amaizng man. His personality and the love he spreada is addictive. I was a chef for 20yrs and lost my passion and I wish I had 10% of the passion he does for cooking lkke I used to. Yall stay blessed and closing a restaurant is a really hard thing to do cusse it's like saying goodbye to family.

  • @ggsbruh
    @ggsbruh Жыл бұрын

    love the vibes in the videos, always relaxing and refreshing to watch.

  • @Sweetheart_of_the_rodeo
    @Sweetheart_of_the_rodeo Жыл бұрын

    You can tell his staff really likes him. That’s not always the case in the restaurant industry.

  • @deeznutz8320

    @deeznutz8320

    Жыл бұрын

    Chefs are under a insane amount of stress, if the food is bad he has to awnser. This man is built for the kitchen

  • @expatAussietez

    @expatAussietez

    Жыл бұрын

    The Singapore ‘slaw is still one of my favourite dishes from anywhere in the world. I spent 12 years in Toronto and had my last meal at Lee when I left 6 weeks ago. Your dad is the man!

  • @Starkesea

    @Starkesea

    Жыл бұрын

    I would look up his IOU controversies. Maybe he's changed due to that but he's actually in the previously treated staff very badly

  • @facpmonitoring2959
    @facpmonitoring2959 Жыл бұрын

    Jet, been watching your videos for years. Love your father & have so much respect for him….

  • @danielzhang6028
    @danielzhang6028 Жыл бұрын

    Your content always giving me some chill moments. I have anxiety and confusion these days, my brain always rushing. Watching your video made me feel I can be mysellf, and not to worry too much whatever outside

  • @AFineProblem
    @AFineProblem Жыл бұрын

    AHHHHH seeing the love and camaraderie in everyones faces... *Chef's kiss*

  • @oleandrade5403
    @oleandrade5403 Жыл бұрын

    Glad to see you guys man

  • @alicelee5045
    @alicelee5045 Жыл бұрын

    The other night I watched an old video of your parents getting Lee Restaurant open 23 years ago. It is a surprise to hear that they are closing and relocating. Your mother was seen talking on the phone instructing the person on the other end to dress you and make sure you brushed your teeth. I feel sad for the staff who will be out of work. It would be great if Susur can re-hire them but it will be many months of not working for these people to wait for the new restaurant to open.

  • @DarthLink1986
    @DarthLink19864 ай бұрын

    Hello 👋 first off thank you for the content. I have recently found your channel through your shorts and I'm really enjoying them! Your relationship with your dad and little family is awesomeness. And so cool that you share it with us. I also really like the production quality of the videos. 9.63/10 just because there is always room for improvement and innovation and your doing it ✊🖖✌️🤌

  • @jetpaq
    @jetpaq Жыл бұрын

    I love you Dad. I hope I am as awe inspiring and compassionate to my baby as you are to yours sir. Thanks for your unbelievable example.

  • @Cynthiabecker24
    @Cynthiabecker24 Жыл бұрын

    I'm a new sub.....am binging your old content and loving it all. Thanks❤

  • @dren8541
    @dren8541 Жыл бұрын

    your dad just went from 997k to 1.2M followers. i think it needs a video. love yall. peace

  • @Sensvibez
    @Sensvibez Жыл бұрын

    Glad I came across this video. Been watching you for a little while and knew your dad from the food network and wanted to go and try his restaurant. Funny enough the new location is a bit closer to my house so that will be great. Can’t wait for the new restaurant!

  • @beelstyle
    @beelstyle Жыл бұрын

    congrats to your dad, a beginning to a new chapter

  • @JoshuaZacharias
    @JoshuaZacharias Жыл бұрын

    walked by lee tonight and it was such a sad moment to know it no longer existed. had the privilege of having my birthday dinner there and seeing chef before it closed. looking forward to going to the new location!

  • @stephaniehernandez3489
    @stephaniehernandez3489 Жыл бұрын

    Lol your dad's laugh is thee best! Congrats to him!

  • @LumiRockets
    @LumiRockets Жыл бұрын

    Sad that such a storied location has to close, but I think we all get to be happy that the story doesn't end here, and there's more to be had in the future, and in a better (we hope) location!

  • @joaniepeters2565
    @joaniepeters2565 Жыл бұрын

    Your dad is one of the most famous chefs in the world, he’s awesome!!

  • @betsyr4724
    @betsyr47248 ай бұрын

    What a great tribute to your dad and wonderful trip w a hiccup. Thanks.

  • @sickbastard151
    @sickbastard151 Жыл бұрын

    Hello, I wish I could get along with my dad. your father is a very special person. very energetic, positive and can talk well. I think he would do anything for family and friends. such a great guy. you can also see that the employees really like him. very nice to see those interactions between father and son. thanks for uploading and greetings to your family from the Netherlands

  • @brandongambino7740
    @brandongambino7740 Жыл бұрын

    The memory between you and your dad involving the benches was the most wholesome best thing ever I've seen it reminded me of my dad before he passed away I never really got to have a dad as good as yours cherish him everyday

  • @aero1249

    @aero1249

    Жыл бұрын

    aw ❤

  • @rev.valeriehamann4049
    @rev.valeriehamann4049 Жыл бұрын

    All the best to your family ❤

  • @TheBella2u
    @TheBella2u9 ай бұрын

    Aww I want to move to Canada. Love your relationship with your family. Heartwarming.

  • @alisonfraser8231
    @alisonfraser8231 Жыл бұрын

    That was quite an adventure! I love your mini-meltdowns because I am the same type. I wish I could say it gets better with age. Yoga helps. Congratulations, Iron Chef Dad, on a great run. Best wishes in your new location.

  • @shut.up.tobias
    @shut.up.tobias Жыл бұрын

    Damn, must have been a lot to get where he is! I love the videos, wish I could have come to see the restaurant because I JUST started watching but its wonderful the place got 23 years

  • @joseparedes7473
    @joseparedes7473 Жыл бұрын

    I never talked to your dad. We shared a communal table in the 80's having dim sum in a basement restaurant popular for dim sum. He smiled at me throughout the meal because the way I enjoyed my dim sum is hard not to be impressed. We nodded to each other,he knew I was a foodie,before foodie became a common say.

  • @Heyitdave
    @Heyitdave Жыл бұрын

    hope your dad and the staff have a great time off until the new opening!

  • @yasutakeuchi
    @yasutakeuchi Жыл бұрын

    love this family ❤

  • @johntaylor6300
    @johntaylor6300 Жыл бұрын

    Oohhhh thats exciting...Best of luck at the new spot

  • @Loknath009
    @Loknath0095 ай бұрын

    I really like how your family conduct itself with zero arrogance although you surely have a lot to be thankful for. All the best in 2024, keep it up!

  • @darren7564
    @darren7564 Жыл бұрын

    Your dad is wonderful (I'm sure you are too!) 🧡

  • @kennethwestfall4769
    @kennethwestfall47692 ай бұрын

    Love you Jet. I enjoy your posts

  • @oleandrade5403
    @oleandrade5403 Жыл бұрын

    Been waiting for the upload bro

  • @Viquor
    @Viquor Жыл бұрын

    Although I didn’t have the greatest experience at the restaurant. Glad I was able to visit atleast once and support your dad.

  • @deanflet973
    @deanflet973 Жыл бұрын

    So glad your channel jumped on my wall now a new subscriber.👍

  • @juliocruz9460
    @juliocruz9460 Жыл бұрын

    The transition at 4:11 is a cool little detail 🔥

  • @user-fb1vw1vl8u
    @user-fb1vw1vl8u Жыл бұрын

    I like these longer vlogs

  • @mass9504
    @mass9504 Жыл бұрын

    Jet-you should drop airtags in your checked in bags next time you travel. it is a life saver.

  • @kyuubie18
    @kyuubie18 Жыл бұрын

    Omg packing up in 10min because check out is 12. I experienced that where all our stuff including foods in the fridge were still all over the place. Packed in 10min and had to leave. Dope! PS: mad respect to your dad, my newest so ever idol in life. Protect him at all cost 💪🏼🔥

  • @zooganabana4404
    @zooganabana4404 Жыл бұрын

    Literally drove pass the location as you were displaying it on screen.Looking forward to it!

  • @susanc.4242
    @susanc.424210 ай бұрын

    wow great memories. I didn't discover Susur Lee's mastery during his Lotus restaurant days. I was so fortunate to dine at Susur a couple of times and was sad to see it close. No other chef can match his symphony. :)

  • @ItsJamisonJamison
    @ItsJamisonJamison Жыл бұрын

    God bless you Jet sir !

  • @veronicabigham9674
    @veronicabigham967410 ай бұрын

    "You remember that, Eh?" What a sweet dad❤

  • @Emixcxo
    @Emixcxo Жыл бұрын

    Love your videos!

  • @moddedinkling4168
    @moddedinkling4168 Жыл бұрын

    I've looked into your father's history and got a bit emotional. Man, what a journey.

  • @willieperry8190
    @willieperry8190 Жыл бұрын

    You’ve got a cool Pops. Cherish every moment he is a trip

  • @Karina-er7mx
    @Karina-er7mx Жыл бұрын

    I love their voices!

  • @bruhlol6792
    @bruhlol6792 Жыл бұрын

    all love jet

  • @greenlizardballs
    @greenlizardballs Жыл бұрын

    Lots of love bro

  • @ricosuave7905
    @ricosuave7905 Жыл бұрын

    The content king

  • @Scottwhittysydney
    @Scottwhittysydney Жыл бұрын

    DAMN!! Nova Scotian here and wanted to visit the restaurant! All the best Dad!!!!

  • @Scottwhittysydney

    @Scottwhittysydney

    Жыл бұрын

    NEW Location!!! Giggity giggity goo!!!

  • @expatAussietez
    @expatAussietez Жыл бұрын

    My favourite restaurant in Toronto, I am going to miss this town and the Singapore slaw 😢 12 years in the 6ix now back in Australia, thankfully in Melbourne the gastronomic capital of the country

  • @audreyang902
    @audreyang902 Жыл бұрын

    Hi.. greetings from Singapore. Enjoy watching your dad n you from all episodes. .

  • @Rheinguard
    @Rheinguard Жыл бұрын

    Oh thank God. I recently found your channels here, and was planning to make a trip to your dad's restaurant. Needless to say my heart dropped at seeing the title. Happy to see there's a new chapter to look forward to, but a little disappointed I never got to go to the original at the same time.

  • @Ssydup91
    @Ssydup912 ай бұрын

    Such a beautiful place...🥹 I know it'll be sad because of the memories of 23yrs.... but Good luck and God bless you to your new resto.. I'm sure it'll be loved by many too not just because of food but with your guys personality too.. ❤

  • @davesskillet9235
    @davesskillet9235 Жыл бұрын

    Best wishes in the future.

  • @h2beezy2
    @h2beezy2 Жыл бұрын

    the roulette is with you...always...

  • @jaydub5515
    @jaydub5515 Жыл бұрын

    I just started watching your guys' channels. Damn

  • @asli_mai
    @asli_mai Жыл бұрын

    i like that u'll never now what you'll see out of just reading the headline

  • @Oreo_a_God
    @Oreo_a_God Жыл бұрын

    Love that Air BNB transition you did.

  • @PierceTravels
    @PierceTravels Жыл бұрын

    I will be sure to visit the new restaurant!

  • @ririxoxo_
    @ririxoxo_ Жыл бұрын

    Im so happy I got to experience your dads restaurant last year on my 25th birthday! Excited for a new chapter to start 🎊

  • @BTay04
    @BTay04 Жыл бұрын

    Great to see Jet supports the right side of Manchester

  • @kc4648
    @kc4648 Жыл бұрын

    Sorry the whole flight conundrum happened but this was a super fun vlog to watch!!

  • @user-ct3wi3zg4j
    @user-ct3wi3zg4j Жыл бұрын

    We luv u the same. Please keep us updated on the Next Chapter/Location

  • @joyceehoo
    @joyceehoo Жыл бұрын

    My grandma makes chicken in the rice cooker, love it 🥺

  • @nightfall22
    @nightfall22 Жыл бұрын

    What a whirlwind. The hilarious thing is you were on a long international flight and you didn’t sleep. Each time I fly over the pond or when I go to japan I get buzzed AF on the plane and NIGHTY NIGHT! 😂😂 I’m out. I ask the flight attendant to wake me for meals and then I die. Wake up to eat, read and then rinse and repeat. Booze then sleep… bingo bango we’re on the ground and I’m ready to rock 🤘🏾

  • @ViewtifulBeau
    @ViewtifulBeau Жыл бұрын

    2:00 man... HE remembered that... ❤

  • @Sangasong
    @Sangasong Жыл бұрын

    you guys make me happy

  • @lorenzo575
    @lorenzo575 Жыл бұрын

    Air bnb? 😮 The definition in my head is completely different

  • @GamerBoy-eb4bu
    @GamerBoy-eb4bu Жыл бұрын

    I love the inazuma eleven scene you put at the end

  • @laamajon
    @laamajon Жыл бұрын

    The on screen font was a nice touch

  • @beckhameto
    @beckhameto Жыл бұрын

    Glory glory man united!!!

  • @BCC288
    @BCC288 Жыл бұрын

    completely zoned out during your story at the end

  • @MultiGemgirl
    @MultiGemgirl9 ай бұрын

    great footage of the game.

  • @customregina9383
    @customregina9383 Жыл бұрын

    I am so jealous! He is so lucky to have a top chief dad, just like the father in the anime FoodWars 😅

  • @paradiseali47
    @paradiseali478 ай бұрын

    I make cooking videos I’ve just started it helps with my mental health. Your videos with your dad are a big inspiration to me

  • @tightknit8650
    @tightknit8650 Жыл бұрын

    this is sad. Now I wish I went into Lee's and at least had a drink at the bar!

  • @Luvdusti
    @Luvdusti Жыл бұрын

    Jet the goat

  • @x24DAVID24x
    @x24DAVID24x Жыл бұрын

    Can't believe I just started watching this channel. Love the content

  • @Kazaru0301
    @Kazaru0301 Жыл бұрын

    I'm really jealous of you, i wish i still have my father. I'd do anything to just to make him love longer enough to the point i graduate and build my own family 😢

  • @jackfrags9896
    @jackfrags9896 Жыл бұрын

    Congrats on the move of the restaurant, the area has become too much of a party atmosphere to enjoy a nice dinner.

  • @patrice4050
    @patrice4050 Жыл бұрын

    Start a series with your dad trying different countries cuisine starting with African stews and fufu