Watchly Safety Review

I Cooked Against The Sidemen

21:48 · 12.3M views · December 13, 2025

Minor FlagsReviewed June 2026

2Minor Flags

This episode is safe for most kids apart from two sponsored segments woven into the lesson. The video offers a fun, educational cooking challenge that teaches kids about following complex recipes, kitchen safety, and teamwork, with the Sidemen's humor keeping it light and engaging. However, the sharp knives, open flames, and a minor cut (handled quickly) require parental guidance for younger viewers.

Content Breakdown · 2 Categories

Hidden Advertising & Sponsored ContentA little

Nick promotes his own product line 'Osmo' salt and seasoning, and the new 'Chef Collection', directing viewers to osmokitchen.com. While this is a personal brand promotion, it is presented organically within the cooking content without an explicit sponsorship disclosure tag, which could be seen as hidden advertising to young viewers.

See evidence (1)

“Yep, that's Osmo, my premium salt and seasoning line, which it looks like you're really enjoying right now, JJ. And I just launched my new 'Chef Collection', which features our best selling salts and bundles designed to upgrade your kitchen. They sell out fast, so go get them now at osmokitchen.com!”

Engagement Baiting & Manipulative CTAsA little

Nick repeatedly asks viewers to vote in the comments on which Sidemen member is the best chef, and to subscribe. While common in YouTube content, this is a direct call-to-action that drives engagement, though it is not coercive or guilt-tripping.

See evidence (2)

“By the way, this is very important. To all of you watching this video... You're gonna be the judges. So at the end I want you to go in the comments below and vote, which of the Sidemen do you think is the best chef.”

“Go in the comments down below, and vote who you think was the best chef from all the Sidemen!”

What Parents Need to Know

Parents should know this video features a high-pressure cooking challenge where the Sidemen attempt to replicate a beef Wellington. It does a great job demonstrating real cooking techniques (e.g., seasoning, searing, making a lattice crust) and emphasizes kitchen safety, like careful knife handling and avoiding burns. The main concerns are two brief sponsored plugs for the host's salt brand, which are clearly marked, and moments of mild chaos (e.g., a small fire, a minor cut) that could excite or worry younger kids. The language is clean, and the tone is supportive and humorous.

Talk to Your Kids About

1What did you learn about making a beef Wellington from watching this video?
2Why is it important to follow safety rules in the kitchen, like using knives carefully?
3How did the Sidemen help each other during the challenge? What does that teach us about teamwork?
4Would you like to try cooking a recipe like this with a parent? What would you make?

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What's This Video About?

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Frequently Asked Questions

What age is this video appropriate for?

The video is recommended for ages 8 and up. Younger children may find the fast pace and complex cooking steps confusing, and the use of sharp knives and open flames requires maturity to understand safety messages.

Is there any bad language in this video?

No, the video has no strong or crude language. The Sidemen use mild exclamations like 'Oh my God' and 'Ah,' but nothing offensive.

Are there any dangerous activities in this video?

Yes, the video includes using sharp knives, hot pans, and a flambé step with alcohol. The host repeatedly warns about knife safety and fire, and a minor cut is shown briefly. This makes it unsuitable for unsupervised young children.

Does the video contain advertising or sponsored content?

Yes, there are two brief sponsored segments where the host promotes his own salt and seasoning brand, Osmo. These are clearly integrated into the cooking instructions and are not deceptive.

What educational value does this video have?

The video teaches real cooking skills, such as seasoning meat, making a duxelles, and using a lattice pastry cutter. It also models following complex instructions, kitchen safety, and teamwork under pressure.

Is the video suitable for kids who are interested in cooking?

Yes, it's great for kids who enjoy cooking shows or want to learn advanced techniques. The challenge format is engaging, and the Sidemen's humor makes it entertaining. However, parents should watch with younger kids to discuss safety.