Vero in Boston

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May 10

Written By Tateki Matsuda

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Summary & Key Takeaways

Veronika, my Biohacker Center colleague from Helsinki, visited Boston for the first time.
Lunch at Union Oyster House—serving seafood since 1826, the oldest continuously operating restaurant in the US.
We trained together at Broadway Jiujitsu, including a Muay Thai class.
At GF Ramen Lab we cooked ramen and shot social content—my kids adored having "Vero" around.

A Special Visit from Veronika: A Colleague's First Time in Boston

It's not every day a colleague from across the world visits your hometown. So when Veronika, one of my Biohacker Center colleagues in Helsinki, came to Boston, I was thrilled to show her around. We often cross paths at events in Europe, but this was her first trip to my side of the Atlantic—and I wanted to give her the real Boston.

We kicked off with one of Boston's most iconic spots: Union Oyster House. Settling in for lunch, I thought about how special it was to share a meal in a place this rich with history—it has been serving seafood since 1826, the oldest continuously operating restaurant in the United States. Veronika loved the atmosphere, and the fresh oysters were a hit. A perfect start.

America’s oldest restaurant “Union Oyster House”

Then I took her to Broadway Jiujitsu, my go-to gym in the city. I take my training seriously, and sharing this part of my life meant a lot. She didn't just watch—she jumped in and trained alongside me, and we did a Muay Thai class together. You don't often get to train with a colleague from halfway across the world, and Veronika's enthusiasm and skill were genuinely inspiring. Shared sweat builds real camaraderie.

Next stop, something different: GF Ramen Lab, another startup I'm involved with. I walked Veronika through cooking ramen, and we shot some social media content around a beautifully crafted bowl. She got a real taste of what I do outside Biohacker Center. My kids, who adore Vero, were thrilled to join in—helping wherever they could, already dreading the end of the day.

As evening came, we gathered for a quiet moment at home. The kids had grown attached during her short stay and were sad to see her go. Watching how fast they bonded reminded me how special it is to have colleagues who feel like family.

Veronika's visit was more than showing off my hometown. It deepened our friendship and let me share parts of my life she wouldn't have seen otherwise—New England seafood, sparring at the gym, a bowl of ramen. The day was full of moments I'll keep for a long time.

Experiences like this are what make our work with Biohacker Center rewarding—not just the advances in health and wellness, but the connections we make along the way. However far apart we live, shared experiences and friendship keep us close.

Until next time, Veronika—Boston will always welcome you back with open arms.

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