Popsicle Posted November 13, 2016 Posted November 13, 2016 And DO cook! I see men like this on TV all the time. Always cooking for their SO's, friends and family. They love it and cook even if their woman is around and knows how to cook herself. Oh man, what do I have to do to get one of these? Sigh. 3
Herbalist Posted November 13, 2016 Posted November 13, 2016 My mother found one and married him lol. So my stepfather is one. They both have their strengths in the kitchen actually. He makes some damn good steaks and other meats, pasta dishes, Mexican dishes, etc basically hot/comfort/hearty foods. She makes great salads and pastries. I'm getting pretty close to being able to move out on my own again but I have been spoiled once again with the amazing food. 1
carhill Posted November 13, 2016 Posted November 13, 2016 Ha, ha, I was single and living alone for 15 years. It was either learn how to cook or die. When married, my exW often worked late so, being I worked in the shop right on the property I usually cooked during the week and we'd cook together on weekends and for parties. I would say most guys I know my age are probably good on the grill but that's about it. Chemistry of cooking wasn't exactly big on a guy's list, around here anyway, of things to learn. If he was in home ec or cooking class it was to meet girls. Cooking was for wives and yup, my dad never got near the kitchen except to eat. Good luck in your search! 1
Author Popsicle Posted November 13, 2016 Author Posted November 13, 2016 (edited) I just want a man who loves to cook. Before we got married, my ex-H knew how to cook fairly well and did for his own survival, but once he met me, he stopped cooking, and I did all the cooking. My last BF, also cooked for himself as a bachelor but once I arrived on the scene, he stopped cooking and looked at me. Where do I find the men who love to cook despite a woman being around? I'm not complaining about having to cook but man it's just so sexy when they are really into it and you get to eat as a bonus! Edited November 13, 2016 by Popsicle
Marc878 Posted November 13, 2016 Posted November 13, 2016 My son is a chef so it must run in the family. Years ago I was laid off from work and had to stay home and take care of our newborn daughter. As soon as I went back to work I had my wife quit her job and a stay home full time. That's hard work and I was glad to be out of it but never lost the appreciation of the wifes job. I cook all meals during the weekend. I've developed over time into a good cook. My marinara sauce is better than my sons. I rub it in unmercifully. 2
stillafool Posted November 13, 2016 Posted November 13, 2016 That's the one thing I wish my husband would learn to do. He will grill out but he won't get in the kitchen and cook. I think it is a priceless quality in a man. 1
Author Popsicle Posted November 13, 2016 Author Posted November 13, 2016 My marinara sauce is better than my sons. I rub it in unmercifully. Right? I'd love to meet a man who could shame me in the kitchen. That would be awesome and I would gracefully take my defeat.
Marc878 Posted November 13, 2016 Posted November 13, 2016 That's the one thing I wish my husband would learn to do. He will grill out but he won't get in the kitchen and cook. I think it is a priceless quality in a man. My French toast is to die for. Every weekend unless I fix Clark Gable pancakes. I'm pretty Alfa but cooking takes the edge off just enough. I master just enough to be able to have some variety. My Bloody Mary's (my fav) are for weekend brunch. We live at the beach so I've figured out seafood as well. My shrimp/scallop black pepper linguini is strictly a chic dish but I get the benefits after 3
Shining One Posted November 13, 2016 Posted November 13, 2016 Most of my girlfriends have been fairly inept in the kitchen, so I've done the majority of the cooking. When I dated women who could cook, we'd take turns or work together. My current girlfriend works late several nights, so I often cook dinner for her. 1
PrettyEmily77 Posted November 13, 2016 Posted November 13, 2016 My most recent ex (single father) is an excellent cook. When he had time, which was next to never unfortunately, he would cook the most delicious meals totally from scratch - his chilli con carne was to die for, and he totally mastered my favourite dish (beef stroganoff). I really enjoyed cooking with him / helping him out - some guys can be so sexy in the kitchen . 1
SammySammy Posted November 13, 2016 Posted November 13, 2016 My love for cooking started very young. My parents had me and I was an only child for a long time. Then they had several other kids in rapid succession. Having so many young children in the house left a lot of the household responsibilities to me since I was so much older than my siblings and my mother had her hands full. My mother would tell me how to prepare meals and I would do it. When I was as young as 10 or 11 years old, she would talk me through it and I would do it. After a while, I could cook a whole meal for the family without her help. Was proud to do. My first job was at an Italian restaurant. I did everything from washing dishes to eventually becoming assistant manager. One of my favorite things to do was help prepare the food. I'll never claim to be a chef, but I learned a lot during those years. My last fiancee didn't let me cook because she thought men who liked to cook were "gay". I never let her know that I could cook or even liked to cook during the five years we were together. Thankfully, she was an excellent cook and enjoyed cooking for both of us. I've since rekindled my love for cooking. I cook almost all of my food now for health reasons. It's the easiest way to make sure I'm eating the proper diet to achieve my fitness goals. I like to explore different cuisines and try to replicate dishes I like. Of course, I'm most comfortable with the Southern/Creole/Cajun dishes that I grew up with. The only thing I'm not good at is baking and making desserts. My grandmother was a master at that and I was kind of intimidated because she was so good. Didn't like anyone in her kitchen. Didn't measure anything. It was always a handful of this, a pinch of that. I imagine I could learn, but I don't think I'll ever be able to duplicate any of the things my grandmother made seemingly with ease. I think the key may be finding a guy who learned to love to cook when he was young. Once we get set in our ways, it's hard to change. 1
BluesPower Posted November 13, 2016 Posted November 13, 2016 I think a ton of men cook and like it. I love it. But my favorite is cooking Thanksgiving and Christmas dinner because I get to make things that I never have time to make during the rest of the year. So since you are cooking for 2 straight days during those times you can make things that take a lot of time to make. Makes me hungry just thinking about it. 1
Haydn Posted November 13, 2016 Posted November 13, 2016 I cook all the bloody time. Everyone would starve if i didn`t. Sexy? Yes, if you like your bloke smelling like a roast dinner. Very homely. 2
Els Posted November 13, 2016 Posted November 13, 2016 (edited) I think (hope?) it should be fairly common in modern couples? Most couples I know, the guy is at least a decent cook and does a reasonable amount of cooking. My SO is a really good cook and makes amazing meals for us from scratch at least once a week. We do eat out more than the average person here does, though, due to time constraints and culture (young urban Asians eat out a lot because food is so plentiful and cheap in street markets etc in Asia, we don't live there anymore but it's difficult to readjust fully). Edited November 13, 2016 by Elswyth 1
2.50 a gallon Posted November 13, 2016 Posted November 13, 2016 As Carhill, I was single so long that it was either learn to cook or starve. Then after the break up of my marriage, in order to keep myself busy, I began to teach myself how to cook some gourmet meals. The idea was they took a little longer to cook, less thinking time, and I was rewarded with a great meal, plus in the future it might come in handy when I got back into the dating scene. And wow was I right! For the past 20 plus years I have shared my life with a gal totally out of my league in the looks department. I am short and skinny and literally stole her away a six footer with a six pack. And it all started with inviting her over to bake Halloween cookies. I do almost all of the cooking and the dish washing. Consider when she comes home from work she is naturally tired. She can rest and relax while I do the cooking, that leaves her refreshed for more fun things. 1
lana-banana Posted November 13, 2016 Posted November 13, 2016 I'm marrying one. We first bonded over our love of cooking and baking! He is a phenomenal chef! His sous vide venison is still one of the best things I've ever tasted and I've been to The French Laundry a few times! Of course, the animal deserves a lot of credit too... The world is full of men who cook. Spend some time at a farmer's market or a high-end knife store and you'll be drowning in them. 2
salparadise Posted November 13, 2016 Posted November 13, 2016 I cook all the time. I'm a decent cook. Our usual dates are her coming to my house, I'll have dinner in the oven, we'll have a glass of wine and listen to music, then eat and have adult playtime. Twice a week. She has kids and a job that keeps her busy, so she loves me cooking cooking for her... but it goes beyond the practical. She feels like she's being taken care of that way. She knows it takes several hours to organize, shop and cook. She love being able to relax and let me do the driving––in the kitchen, the car, the bedroom. Works for me. My only problem is that she's a little bit of a picky eater. Limits my repertoire. No olives, shrimp, oysters (or most shellfish), liver, runny egg yolks, mushrooms. I wish I could fix that. I'll eat anything––not quite literally, but it's a safe bet that if somebody's eating it, I will eat it. 2
Wade Lamare Posted November 13, 2016 Posted November 13, 2016 Oh yes, love to cook. It's one of my 'acts of service' or whatever they're called. I get a buzz out of cooking something that my wife enjoys. I do 90% of the food buying and cooking around the home. The only time I don't cook is when I am on late shift at work. My wife then cooks herself something really simple and plain. I like experimenting with different styles but my ambition exceeds my skill sometimes If anyone is interested I've put a temporary folder in my pics album called Food Glorious Food so peeps can see what I cook. 2
thefooloftheyear Posted November 13, 2016 Posted November 13, 2016 (edited) In my culture, men never went near the kitchen only to sit at the table and eat...The women would set the table. prepare the food, bring it out, clean it up, and all the men did was sit there, talk among themselves, and ask for stuff(from the women) if they needed it......It was a different time and those guys were good men that were major providers and worked extremely hard.... Shockingly it still seems to be that way....and everyone gets along:) But anyway, Ive lived on my own and because of what I eat, Ive learned to cook enough just to get by...I eat a relatively uncomplicated and regimented diet so its really not that hard, but I would love to learn to cook, I just don't see that happening...Plus, I learned from my mother, who is one of the finest cooks you will ever see, that you really need to love to cook to be skilled at it...I don't see cooking as something I love and enjoy, so..I also have places that know me and prepare food just the way I like it...I am a neat freak, so sometimes its easier just to spend some money,. eat good, and not deal with the mess of cooking. cleaning up and everything.. Some of my buddies are amazing cooks,. so they are definitely out there...Good luck, Popsi.!! TFY Edited November 13, 2016 by thefooloftheyear 2
stillafool Posted November 13, 2016 Posted November 13, 2016 I just think men look sexy in the kitchen. I love how handling big heavy pots is no problem for them. Just give me a glass of wine and let me watch. 2
Author Popsicle Posted November 13, 2016 Author Posted November 13, 2016 Uhh.... the men in this thread are leaving me breathless! I soooo want one! 1
Shepp Posted November 13, 2016 Posted November 13, 2016 I do pretty much all the cooking in our house.. My mum's a good cook, I grew up eating good food, and I love food, and I enjoy cooking for people the I love. Plus I'm from a strong farming background, and I'm really passionate about top quality, fresh, local produce, and really doing justice to that produce when you put it on a plate. I even cook for the boys at the firestation (and only partly because it gets me out of washing up) I HATE washing up!!! And I am a messy cook! My missus is the only person I've ever met who can burn and simultaneously undercook the same piece of toast 2
Larryville Posted November 13, 2016 Posted November 13, 2016 My brother did all of the cooking in his two marriages. He was an amazing cook. I like to cook, but for me I see cooking when I have a significant other as a couples activity. The research, the shopping, the preparation, execution. To me cooking can be a very intimate activity. 1
Wade Lamare Posted November 13, 2016 Posted November 13, 2016 In my culture, men never went near the kitchen only to sit at the table and eat...The women would set the table. prepare the food, bring it out, clean it up, and all the men did was sit there, talk among themselves, and ask for stuff(from the women) if they needed it......It was a different time and those guys were good men that were major providers and worked extremely hard.... Yep. Don't recall my father ever cooking a single meal. I honestly don't think he'd know what to do. On the extremely rare occasions Mum goes away without Dad my sisters fuss over him as though he was helpless. 1
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