Glen Powell, a star chef known for his popular YouTube channel Glen and Friends Cooking, has captured the hearts of over 600,000 fans and followers with his instructional recipes and cooking expertise. His Facebook page boasts more than 750,000 followers, all eager to receive his cooking advice and support. What sets Glen apart from other recipe websites is his belief in simplicity and focus on the recipe itself, rather than inundating viewers with unnecessary advertisements and backstory.
Before gaining fame as a YouTube sensation, Glen filmed all his videos inside a backyard shed turned kitchen studio, which he originally built for his career as a freelance producer of video marketing for various food brands. It was in 2005 that he launched his personal food YouTube channel. However, it wasn't until the early days of the Covid-19 pandemic lockdown that Glen gained widespread attention. A video from 2019 where he baked a Depression-era recipe for peanut butter bread went viral, propelling him into the limelight.
Aside from his culinary skills, Glen's social media presence is also notable. His Instagram account boasts over 7,000 followers, while his Twitter feed has more than 10,000 followers, all captivated by his culinary adventures. In addition to his online presence, Glen is an amateur pilot who owns his own Cessna plane.
Glen's wife, Julie, frequently makes appearances in his videos, taste-testing his creations. She was the inspiration behind Glen's idea to cook recipes from vintage Canadian cookbooks. Together, they share a tabby cat who often graces Glen's Instagram grid with its presence.
In 2022, Glen reposted a clip of his 2007 interview with chef Claudio Aprile, discussing his career and ambitions. Born in Toronto, Canada, Glen Powell continues to inspire and delight viewers with his culinary talents on his YouTube channel, Glen and Friends Cooking.
Related links