My cartoon titled “You Can’t Beat Simple Home Cooking” shows a domestic scene with a humorous twist.
A man is stretched out on the sofa, enjoying a moment of leisure, while his partner is in the kitchen preparing a meal.
She’s surrounded by ingredients, pots, pans and utensils, clearly putting in a lot of effort.
The contrast between the man’s relaxed comfort and the bustle in the kitchen sets up the gag – what’s presented as “simple” home cooking is anything but simple for the one doing all the work.
The cartoon was printed in The Sun newspaper on 21st October, 2000.
View Best Selling Cookbooks on Amazon >>The humour works because it plays on everyday situations many people recognise.
We often talk about “simple cooking” as if it’s effortless, but anyone who’s spent time in the kitchen knows how much energy and organisation it takes.
By exaggerating the imbalance between the man’s ease and the woman’s effort, the cartoon highlights domestic roles with a knowing wink.
It’s funny because it’s true, and that shared recognition is what makes the joke land.
If this cartoon hit the spot, why not continue with “Simple Home Cooking” or “Bed Notch Gag”? Both capture life’s everyday funnies.
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