Aspiring chef Brooklyn Beckham has once again stirred up a storm in the kitchen, facing a fresh wave of criticism from social media users after a culinary misstep involving a beloved British classic.
The Recipe Mix-Up That Divided the Internet
On the 18th of December 2025, the 26-year-old son of David and Victoria Beckham posted a video to his Instagram account showcasing his cooking process. In the clip, he expertly chopped ingredients and demonstrated his method for making what he confidently labelled as shepherd's pie.
However, eagle-eyed followers were quick to spot a fundamental error. The dish Brooklyn prepared used beef mince, not lamb. This crucial ingredient choice means he actually made a cottage pie, a distinct dish with its own history. The traditional rule is simple: shepherd's pie is made with lamb, while cottage pie uses beef.
Fan Reaction: From Scolding to Support
The comment section swiftly became a forum for culinary correction. One user pointedly remarked, "Shepherds pie is traditionally made with lamb, clues in the title. Cottage pie traditionally made with beef." Another offered more direct advice, writing, "A shepherds pie is made with lamb mince - not beef mince - this is a cottage pie - please educate yourself first."
Not all feedback was negative, though. Some followers praised the effort, with one commenting, "Looks great, and who cares if he’s used beef instead of lamb mince." Another simply gushed, "Brooklyn this looks delicious!" The post also attracted attention for a family-related detail, as Victoria Beckham's 'like' on the video prompted fans to plead for reconciliation amid the reported family rift.
A Pattern of Controversial Culinary Creations
This is not the first time Brooklyn's forays into food have attracted scrutiny. Earlier in the year, he divided opinion by cooking a pasta dish using seawater collected directly from the ocean while on a luxury yacht. Despite the criticism, Brooklyn continues to present himself as passionate about food, frequently sharing cooking content and speaking of his admiration for professional chefs.
In a 2023 interview, he expressed his artistic view of cooking, stating, "One of the many things I like about chefs is they are so artistic, they are so hardworking, and it’s always every day, every minute of every hour trying to master their craft." He has also shared ambitions of one day opening his own pub in Los Angeles.
The latest recipe blunder occurs against a backdrop of reported tension within the Beckham family. Brooklyn and his wife, Nicola Peltz Beckham, who wed in April 2022, are said to be in an escalating rift with his parents. This is highlighted by the fact that their Instagram accounts no longer follow his younger brothers, Cruz and Romeo, though they still follow David and Victoria.
