Good food,
made simple.
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Cook with confidence and make the most of everyday ingredients.
New Recipes Weekly
Fresh ideas added every week. Tried, tested, and ready to cook.
Tips & Techniques
Master methods and ingredients so you can cook with intuition.
Video Tutorials
Watch at your own pace as I guide you through recipes and techniques.
Ask Ray
Send me your kitchen queries for experienced guidance and support.
What’s on the table
A taster of what’s included in your membership.
Butterflied Chicken with Singapore Spice Paste
A butterflied chicken cooked in a Singaporean-style spice paste.
Cook’s Knives
An overview of the knives I use every day, and the basics you need in your knife block.
Chocolate Coconut Pound Cake
A variation on the classic pound cake using chocolate and toasted coconut.
From our members
“Ray's videos changed how I think about cooking. It's not just recipes — it's understanding WHY things work."
Sarah K Auckland, New Zealand
“Finally, a chef who teaches home cooking for real people. The lamb shoulder recipe alone was worth a year's subscription.”
Mike T Wellington, New Zealand
Join the community
Access my recipe archive, technical tutorials, email support, and more.
✓ First month FREE if you subscribe before 31 July (enter code HOMECOOK at checkout)
✓ Unlimited access to exclusive content
✓ New weekly recipes
✓ Full HD video library
✓ In-depth techniques
✓ Food theory
✓ Troubleshooting support directly from Ray
About Ray McVinnie: Chef, Food Writer, Teacher
“Thirty years in the kitchen has taught me that once you understand the basics, you can make any recipe your own.”
After 30 years as a chef, food writer and presenter, my mission remains the same: making great cooking accessible. I aim to help you understand ingredients and master techniques. Because when you know the fundamentals, you gain the freedom to cook with intuition and confidence.
Frequently Asked Questions
Recipes, Videos + Content
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As a member, you'll get unlimited access to my recipe archive, updated weekly with new recipes and videos. Along with the full recipe ingredients and instructions, you’ll get the technical insight behind every dish. I break down the key elements of the dish in a practical way so that you understand how and why ingredients and methods are used. This approach is designed to give you more confidence in your own kitchen.
Although I do share cooking snippets and the odd recipe on Instagram, the full recipes are published here and are exclusively for our paid members.
Members also gain access to email support directly from me.
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I add new content every week, whether that's a new recipe, video, technique tutorial or ingredient guide. There is always something new to cook and learn. I’m also keen to hear directly from the community – you can suggest specific dishes or techniques you’d like me to demonstrate.
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My content is suitable for anyone who values good food and wants to cook more at home, whether you’re just starting out or you’re a seasoned cook looking inspiration without the gimmicks.
The focus is on real food for the home cook, from quick weeknight meals, salads and sweets to barbecues and special occasions.
You'll also find tutorials where I guide you through the basics of classic cooking techniques, and do a deep dive on ingredients and pantry staples.
Plus the odd culinary history or anecdote.
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I write my recipes to be clear and practical, and always tried-and-tested. I’m here to make sure your cooking works the first time, regardless of your experience, and build your knowledge until you can confidently rely your own skills.
Many members join for a fresh point of view, new seasonal ideas, or simply for a source of inspiration to keep everyday cooking interesting.
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No. My recipes focus on using accessible, everyday ingredients and standard home kitchen equipment. I'll also teach you what to look for when shopping. Quality isn't always about the price tag, it's about knowing when to pay a little extra for a premium ingredient, and how to get the most out of affordable pantry staples.
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Yes. The platform is designed to work on your desktop, tablet, or phone. You can have the recipe right there on the bench with you while you cook.
Account + Membership
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Yes. You can cancel whenever you like through your account settings. You’ll maintain access to member content until the end of your current billing period. No contracts, no nonsense.
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You can log in using the email and password you created when you signed up. If you forget your password, you can easily reset it from the login page here.
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One subscription gives you unlimited access to the member portal containing my entire library of videos and recipes. You can choose to be billed on a monthly or annual basis. There is a discount offered for an annual subscription.
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