In the video, a person is cooking a vegetable soup. They start by adding butter to the soup, followed by chopped celery and parsley. The person uses a wooden spoon to stir the ingredients together. The soup appears to be simmering on the stove, and the ingredients are being cooked together. The colors of the vegetables are vibrant, with green celery and parsley contrasting against the orange and yellow of the carrots and corn. The butter is melting into the soup, creating a creamy texture. The person's hand is visible as they stir the soup, indicating that they are actively cooking. The video captures the process of cooking, from adding ingredients to stirring and simmering.