Ep 3. Le Granada Divino
- January 28, 2009
- 47 min
Ramsay's Kitchen Nightmares (UK Version) season 6 episode 3 follows the acclaimed chef and TV personality, Gordon Ramsay, as he visits Le Granada Divino, a Spanish restaurant located in suburban London. The restaurant is owned and run by two brothers, Rafael and Cristóbal, who are struggling to keep the business afloat due to a lack of customers and poor quality of food.
As Ramsay enters the restaurant, he is immediately struck by the decor, which he describes as "a cross between a bullfight arena and a leisure centre." He meets with the brothers and tastes some of their dishes, which are under-seasoned and poorly executed. Ramsay suggests they change their menu and include some traditional Spanish dishes that appeal to a wider audience.
During his stay, Ramsay digs deeper into the restaurant's problems and discovers that the kitchen is poorly organized, the staff are unmotivated and poorly trained, and there is a lack of communication between the front and back of the house. Ramsay provides the brothers with some tough love, berating them for their disorganization and lack of focus.
Ramsay also works with their head chef, Pablo, to improve the quality of their dishes and create some new recipes. Ramsay teaches Pablo some new cooking techniques and emphasizes the importance of using fresh ingredients. Together they come up with an exciting new menu that is both authentic and modern.
The episode also features some drama with the staff, including a disagreement between the waitstaff and the kitchen, and a conflict between Ramsay and one of the brothers who is resistant to change. Despite the challenges, Ramsay manages to turn the restaurant around, transforming it into a thriving business that serves delicious food and attracts a loyal customer base.
Overall, Ramsay's Kitchen Nightmares (UK Version) season 6 episode 3 is a must-watch for fans of the show and anyone interested in the food industry. Ramsay's no-nonsense approach, combined with his culinary expertise, proves to be the perfect recipe for turning around a struggling restaurant. Le Granada Divino is transformed from a chaotic mess to a successful establishment that serves top-quality Spanish food.