For 364 days, I biohack and optimize. But for Christmas, I slow down. Inside the 48-hour process of my annual French Cassoulet, hosting the Takashima family, and the Argentine Malbec that elevated the entire meal.
Read MoreIt's Christmas again. Time for cassoulet.
This isn't turkey. This isn't ham. This is the Matsuda family tradition now - French cassoulet. Duck confit, pork belly, sausages, white beans. The dish that takes two days to make and tastes like you put your soul into it.
Because you do.
Read MoreIt's my wife's birthday. What she wanted: drop the kids at daycare, get coffee at Copley, and just exist. That's luxury for a busy mom. Then I bought fresh seafood from Eataly and cooked her a proper four-course Italian dinner at home. Duck magret, pasta al pescatore, insalata di artichocchi grigliati, mousse al limone. The real gift? Time, effort, and three hours where she wasn't "Mom." Just herself, being served.
Read MoreExperience a special Valentine's night with Tateki Matsuda. Despite a busy schedule, Tateki prepares a loving meal for his family - featuring a tender Chicken Confit slow-cooked in lard, comforting rice cooked in chicken stock, and a fresh Arugula and Beet Salad. Join Tateki's culinary journey as he balances professional fighting, teaching, and expressing love through his cooking.
Read MoreFirst of all, big thanks to my friend who invited me for dinner. We celebrated my last victory in Japan and opened Margaux for me. What just happened to me! I am such a lucky guy. Well, I cooked my favorite and love this season when wild games are on menu.
Read MoreFall is always the best season because food are so seasonal and delicious. How is everyone? I train so hard on weekdays and enjoy eating a little bit on weekend. Gibier and wine dinner are my favorite weekend activity.
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