In the video, a person is seen holding a piece of bread in their hand. They then use a knife to spread a white substance, which appears to be butter, onto the bread. The person spreads the butter evenly across the surface of the bread, ensuring that it covers the entire piece. The bread is then placed on a plate, and the person proceeds to cut it into smaller pieces. The video focuses on the process of spreading butter onto the bread and cutting it into smaller pieces.