Cooking Class - Classic Ramen

Rachel

12 Sep 2019

We loved making ramen with Chef Made Master! He gave great insights into the process and history, and even sent us al the details and recipes in follow-up which I so appreciate. Thanks again!!

Adrianna

06 Nov 2024

If I could give Chef Made 5,000,000,000 stars, I would!! The food was delish, he made the instructions make so much sense and answered our annoying questions so that we could make it by ourselves. 10/10 recommend this class!

Emma

06 Nov 2024

We had such a great time at this class! It felt like we had a private chef teaching us about Thai cuisine and then we also got to eat a delicious meal. Thank you so much Chef Made Master! We had a blast!

Leandro

26 Oct 2024

My fiancee and I had an excellent experience with Chef Made! He was very professional and knowledgeable, but also created a very chill and relaxed atmosphere. We learned so much and were incredibly satisfied with the food. Honestly the best thai food we've had in NoVA. I would highly recommend this class!

Alan

07 Sep 2024

The best cooking class I’ve taken in ages. My son and I loved it.

Paul

19 Aug 2024

Great experience. Highly Recommended.

Stacy

05 Aug 2024

Chef Made was FANTASTIC! He was very respectful and the food was delicious. We had a storm that day and the power went out and he still continued with his preparations. Not only was the food wonderful, but the presentation was impressive. I am trying to figure out how I can book him again!

Meghan

15 Jul 2024

Chef Made was so informative and helpful. He was able to guide us through the steps, while making sure everyone felt confident moving forward. It was a really enjoyable time!

Jamal

14 Jul 2024

I learned way more than I anticipated. Made Master was patient and informative.

Linda

09 Jun 2024

Chef Made provided an amazing experience. We enjoyed learning about sushi making and enjoyed eating our beautiful creations. My guests arrived a few minutes late and he also waited patiently for them the join us.

Mayara

01 Jun 2024

Chef Made is great! His good humor and explanations made the class very pleasant. The food was delicious!! Nothing less than excellent! The mango sticky rice dessert was the cherry on top of the cake. It was the second class we took with Chef Made and it didn't disappoint. I very much recommend it!

Ted

17 May 2024

Chef Made is so talented and prepared and taught us three amazing dishes. The class was interactive and informative. The meal was customized to accommodate me. I am gluten free and did not feel like I was being a burden. He was so gracious and food was amazing. I am so excited to try these dishes at home. I would highly recommend this class and will definitely try another. Great evening and experience. Thank you!

Emily

04 May 2024

Chef Made was so kind, knowledgeable, patient, fun, and entertaining! I had such a lovely time and it was the perfect way to spend a Friday night date night. His home was so nice and the set up was perfect for learning the recipes while still having his guidance. The food was of course beyond delicious and I appreciate that he made large portions so we could take leftovers home. I can’t recommend this class enough!

Pat

15 Apr 2024

Chef Made was great. He was really nice and the recipes were really good. We’ll be cooking the recipes again in the future.

Evelyn

17 Mar 2024

Made was delightful, knowledgeable and a great cook! Our Thai lunch was amazing - and he was fine with stopping mid-activity to answer questions or explain things in more detail. An amazing afternoon!!

Mom!

06 Mar 2024

We had a fantastic dinner experience! We enjoyed the customization of the sushi onsite to give us even more of what we liked, based on the flavors Chef Made saw us enjoying. Thanks for the unique and unforgettable omakase in our own home!

Cheryl Larsen

21 Feb 2024

The food was delicious and Made was very knowledgeable about the cuisine. He clearly explained the ingredients and the steps we needed to take to complete each dish. Our preferences were considered when it came to the spice level of the food so it was enjoyable for all participating.

Derrick

19 Feb 2024

We had a fun time and learned a lot.

Jeremy

16 Feb 2024

Grwat food and great fun!

Jamie

03 Feb 2024

Chef Made Master was great! Our whole family enjoyed this experience so much. We learned a lot and the sushi was delish! Chef was so fun and knowledgeable! Highly recommend!

Alexandra

24 Jan 2024

Made was great! Awesome and delicious experience.

Carrie

20 Jan 2024

We had a great time learning about all the components that make great sushi!

Katherine

16 Jan 2024

Great class and instructor. My only ask is that there are quantities to the recipes. I bought too many ingredients.

Alejandro

15 Jan 2024

We really enjoyed the class, thanks Chef!

Lara

14 Jan 2024

We had a great time as a family making the sushi!! We all laughed (especially at our less than perfect creations!) It gave us a great basis for sushi creation and we already plan to make our favorites going forward! Great tips on sushi rice and slicing the fish!

Cheryl

06 Jan 2024

Great time and I felt like a sushi chef!

David

25 Dec 2023

My wife and I had a great time for our night - thank you for the lessons!

JoeDonna

23 Dec 2023

Great experience! Warm and welcoming atmosphere. Food was great! Highly recommend.

Amin

29 Nov 2023

Made was very helpful, friendly, and our team enjoyed the experience. One person in our group was vegetarian and celiac, and he was very accommodating and prepared gluten free and vegetarian options for her.

Jennifer

25 Nov 2023

Chef Made Master was fantastic! I wasn’t sure what to expect and was a bit nervous, but he was so laid back and made it fun and easy to follow. We had a great time and ate amazingly well! Thanks for sharing your skills and kitchen with us!

Julia

18 Oct 2023

Chef Made was fantastic! He led a very thorough and FUN class, answering all of our questions and providing background/ explanations for various prep steps. My group feels confident in their ability to prepare these dishes on their own. Tip: go to class hungry!

Katie

29 Sep 2023

arigato! tonoshii desu! i would absolutely do this again, and it would be fun to do something like egg fried rice.

Jason

27 Sep 2023

everything was absolutely fabulous!

Johannah

20 Sep 2023

Chef Made was great! Our group had a wonderful time and loved learning about different aspects of sushi and how to create three sushi rolls. Highly recommend. Adigato Chef!

Jimmy

26 Jul 2023

Good job. We gave a tip in person. Thank you

John

12 Jun 2023

Maybe it was different for others, but I had a hard time hearing and understanding the directions given. It would be helpful to slow down and speak more slowly and clearly. It would also be helpful to have more specific instructions regarding what to have ready. We bought the wrong kind of seaweed that was difficult to work with, there were no portions provided for tuna, and got wrong mayonnaise. Frustrating.

Tim

22 May 2023

He was a fun instructor!!

Lindsey

14 May 2023

Chef Made was a great teacher and made everything super easy! The fish was also super fresh and the experience was lots of fun. Would highly recommend.

Jamie

22 Apr 2023

Chef Made us wonderful, so informative, we learned so much and the sushi was delicious!! Highly recommend!!

Matt

22 Apr 2023

Sushi Chef Made was spectacular. A true rockstar in the flesh - figuratively and literally. We ate like kings, and had a blast learning how to make sushi. We are stoked to put our new found knowledge to work in our own kitchen this week. Chef Made was very genuine, kind, and a gracious teacher & host of his program.

Gabriel

17 Apr 2023

Thanks again Made! Fun as always

Diane

02 Apr 2023

We had a wonderful day with Chef Made. He was serious and fun at the same time, taught us a lot about making sushi, and helped us prepare a wonderful meal. We will do this again.

Julie Liu

25 Mar 2023

Great class! Had so much fun and yummy sushi. Entertaining and fun chef.

Donna

16 Mar 2023

Chef exceeded expectations. Bought as gift for sons. Was a wonderful experience. They may do again, and/or purchase as a gift going forward. Chef was very knowledgeable and skilled. Great demeanor as well. Thrilled with the whole thing. Tipped him that night.

Chelsey

11 Mar 2023

Fun, personable, & easy-going. He was punctual too! He was patient and made the process enjoyable. Plus, the meal was so good! Lots of different nuggets of goodness!

Keri

30 Jan 2023

My husband and I took this class and it was SO FUN! Chef Made Master is so friendly and made us feel at ease learning our new skills. We learned so much and had a HUGE amount of delicious food when all was said and done. Highly recommend!

Brendon

21 Jan 2023

Chef was right in time and took care of everything, including preferences with our sushi. He excelled at instructing students like us who have never made our own sushi before. It was a wonderful experience, highly recommend.

lora

16 Jan 2023

We felt Chef was a great host!

Logan

16 Jan 2023

Chef Made was incredible! The sushi lesson was technical, but doable, and delicious. It takes true talent to make sushi making accessible, but Chef was wonderful at it. He is a tremendous teacher.

Brian

15 Jan 2023

We enjoyed the class!

Mary

15 Jan 2023

This class was amazing! Super helpful in learning how to make sushi, and the results were delicious!

Melissa

14 Jan 2023

Chef Made provided a wonderful sushi experience. He was informative and patient. The dishes were delicious!

Karie

19 Dec 2022

Dear Chef Made Master, My daughter and I truly enjoyed the class. We made a few more California rolls after class and I think we are getting much better at the rolling. Now, to do better with the Salmon cutting. We didn't make the Tuna but I will try that this week. Take care and happy holidays!

Desiree

12 Dec 2022

We asked Chef Made to come for my husbands dinner. He was patient and encouraging and showed us a lot of tips and tricks. The sushi was delicious and so fresh!

Carna

13 Nov 2022

Great class in technique. Answered a lot of questions I had about making this at home, puts my mind at ease knowing if I get posted away from good food again, I can recreate recipes myself. To the chef: sorry I wasn’t talkative! I can’t walk and chew gum at the same time, I was trying to follow along and clean up my workstation at the same time! ? Thanks for all the good tips. It was a class that will stick with me.

Sean

29 Oct 2022

This class was excellent! Lots of great tips around knife work and prep. Very easygoing and fun. Highly recommend!

Adriana

28 Oct 2022

Thanks so much for a great night!!

Jonathan

01 Oct 2022

Amazing experience. Chef Made was professional and very engaging with a great friendly personality. Very accommodating, responsive, prompt, knowledgeable, respectful, etc. First time ever doing anything like this and will definitely be doing more, especially Chef Made’s classes.

Aspen

29 Sep 2022

A great experience! Chef was very knowledgeable and a fun host.

isabele

29 Aug 2022

Our company really enjoyed Chef Made's class! Most of us have never made sushi before and we all learned so much and appreciate his tips and tricks that we can use when we try making sushi on our own. The recipes were delicious and we had a good time. Thank you, chef!

Anuja

30 Jul 2022

This was a fascinating experience for my husband and me to learn sushi making from scratch. The chef was extremely friendly and showed us so many interesting techniques. It’s unbelievable how amateur cooks like us could create a fancy platter like what we eventually pulled off.

Raymond

17 Jul 2022

We had a great time. Definitely want to do It again !

Brandon

28 Jun 2022

Thank you for the best experience!

Jared

15 May 2022

Great class, great personality. Would definitely take another class taught by him

Kate

14 May 2022

We absolutely loved it! Having a chef come over to our house was a great and relaxing experience. He immediately makes you feel comfortable and teaches you a lot. Even gave us mini quizzes lol! The food was beyond expectation! We are looking forward to doing it again and inviting some friends:)

Matt

01 May 2022

Chef Made was such a great teacher and so much fun! It felt like we hanging out with a friend. It was an absolutely perfect double date night and he made the experience wonderful.

Matthew

20 Mar 2022

This was a Christmas gift from my husband. It was a great experience. Chef Made was very knowledgeable and fun. We were left with a lot of sushi. Highly recommend!

SJ

07 Mar 2022

Chef Made was simply outstanding! I would HIGHLY recommend him to anyone interested in learning how to make sushi. The number of details was amazing. I received this class as a gift from my daughter (and did it with her), and the experience surpassed all our expectations.

Erica

28 Feb 2022

The class was great! Had fun making sushi and rolls with Chef. Even shared my new skills with my family. Delicious!

Mimi

27 Feb 2022

Great class for beginners. I learned so much. Highly recommended.

Gabrielle

27 Feb 2022

Great class! Chef took his time and was happy to go back over steps if you were confused or fell behind. I feel confident now making sushi!

Noah

22 Feb 2022

Our experience with Chef Made was phenomenal. He was a true professional that taught us so much while being laid-back and welcoming. My girlfriend and I will recommend his class to any sushi lover and you should too!

Kitty

13 Feb 2022

Made was wonderful! My husband and I had an absolutely wonderful time making sushi. Highly recommend!

Kendall

06 Feb 2022

My boyfriend and I had the best night learning how to roll sushi with Chef Made! He made the class fun/entertaining and the sushi was absolutely delicious. Such a special date night - highly recommend taking his class!

jennifer

23 Jan 2022

Would definitely take another class from the chef

Abbey

23 Jan 2022

Great class!

Heather

10 Jan 2022

He was very personable and nice. We learned a lot from him- highly recommend!

Kamille

09 Jan 2022

Phenomenal! Such a great class to do with a friend! Highly recommend to anyone who loves sushi!

Michael

01 Jan 2022

Hilarious. Use what I learned every week now

Stephanie

16 Dec 2021

Our team had a wonderful time with Chef Made - he made it very easy (brought all the supplies and ingredients), was patient and very knowledgeable, and the food was delicious. Highly recommend for a work/office event!

Jamie

28 Nov 2021

Amazing experience! Chef was perfect and the Sushi making was a great activity for family with all ages! would 100% recommend this

Christa

22 Nov 2021

We had an absolute blast with Chef Made! He was so fun and interesting and we learned so much. AND what delicious food! We will definitely be doing it again!

Angsuapa

10 Oct 2021

A lot of fun for the girls. Thank you so much.

Laukik

20 Sep 2021

Chef Made Master was fantastic. He is one of the most humble and accommodating chefs that I have met. He is talented but really makes him a tier ahead is that he is not cocky and is willing to answer even the “stupid” questions. The food was fantastic while the presentation was stupendous. Made my wife’s 40th bday memorable for life.

Dennis

26 Jul 2021

Chef Made and his assistant arrived right on time and spent the next two hours setting up the most amazing sushi presentation I've ever seen. The fish was superb, and several people commented that it was the best they'd ever had of each variety. He is very personable and highly talented...amazing to have a top restaurant chef here in our home. Definitely a lifetime memory.

Becca

10 Jul 2021

Made was an absolute pleasure. Equally skillful, kind, and a wonderful teacher and mentor. If you’re looking for a good time, great food and better vibes Made is the guy for you. 13/10

Jessi

26 Jun 2021

Chef master made’s omakase was amazing. We loved every bite! He was very knowledgeable about all the different types of fish, sushi techniques, etc. We loved hearing about his sushi journey. We’d recommend this experience to any and all sushi lovers!!

Mar

09 May 2021

Chef Made is clearly a sushi expert and guided our group through the steps to prepare and make and the sushi. He was always happy to help answer questions and checked in with us as we progressed. We had to scramble a bit to gather bowls and plates as we went along, so it might be handy to let participants know ahead of time what to set out beforehand.

Aleeza

14 Mar 2021

This is a wonderful class! Chef Made was a very good teacher. He was easy to follow and made the class a lot of fun. The sushi was delicious!

Phil

28 Feb 2021

Bit of a tough time with the accent, but very friendly, knowledgeable and we had a great time and learned a lot!

Mary

22 Feb 2021

Fun class!

Kesha

15 Feb 2021

Had a little trouble getting logged in but it was truly a great time for my husband and I. It was nice to see other people chime in with questions and the Chef was wonderful and polite and great conversations during the experience. Would definitely do again!

Sheala

14 Feb 2021

We had alot of fun learning to make sushi with Chef Made. He explained everything well and was a pleasure to joke with. Perfect Date Night. I would highly recommend this class.

Robert

13 Feb 2021

We've now taken Chef Made Master's sushi courses multiple times, and every time we learn a lot, have a great time, and eat a ton of sushi. He's so good at leading the courses - really nice guy, and he's incredibly talented.

Doug

12 Feb 2021

Absolutely delightful. We’re already considering getting the next level up

Ellen

24 Jan 2021

Chef Made's instructions were easy to follow, and the food was delicious. Perfect introduction to how to make sushi.

Christopher

24 Jan 2021

Chef was great- explaining and providing the Japanese name of the various elements of Sushi.

Nicole

24 Jan 2021

Such a great opportunity to practice a new skill.

Amy

24 Jan 2021

Our family of four (including two kids aged 6 and 8) loved this class! Chef Made was engaging, patient, knowledgeable and fun. Our sushi was delicious, and we feel like we can now make this on our own. Thanks, Chef!

James

08 Jan 2021

Chef Made Master was very patient and friendly with all of our questions and taught us a multitude of sushi cultures! Lots of techniques were taught by Chef Made Master, and he also helps you learn how making sushi can be so easy! My lady and I had a lot of fun with Chef Made Master!

Malcom

20 Nov 2020

Very knowledgeable about sushi and all the components that make up the dishes. He has incredible technique, we learned a lot during our session!

Craig

25 Oct 2020

Chef Made was fantastic! He was personable, patient and made everyone very comfortable making sushi. I highly recommend him.

Victoria

03 Feb 2020

We had a great experience in Made's class. We had never made sushi in any professional way before. He took his time to explain everything to us, including writing a few things on a white board. His knife skills were VERY impressive and he made several funny jokes to make us all feel relaxed. The sushi came out delicious, and we are confident that we could make it at home now. Our only suggestion would be to add some light background music so there won't be complete silence in the pauses between steps or while eating. Overall, we had an amazing time and would recommend Chef Made's Maki Mania class to others.

Max

27 Jan 2020

What a great experience! Chef Made was a fantastic teacher and we had a great time. He showed up with everything we needed and then walked us through every step in the process expertly. He was friendly, funny, and easy going. I would recommend enthusiastically and without reservation.

Carly

28 Dec 2019

AMAZING EVENING!! Chef Made lead a great GREAT class! I highly recommend this to anyone who likes sushi. I would 1000% do this again. I wish I could rate Chef Made more than 5 stars because he deserves 5,000 stars.

Amara

28 Oct 2019

We went as a team building outing for our department and it was a really fun event! Chef Made Master did a great job. Plenty of food and great at accommodating various dietary restrictions!

Abigail

23 Oct 2019

Chef Made is excellent, we loved his class so much that we booked him a second time for our friends. All the food was amazing. We can't wait to book him again for other events.

Taylor

07 Oct 2019

An incredible chef who is patient and fun to work with.

Drew

09 Sep 2019

My girlfriend and I went to Chef Made Master's house and even though it was just the two of us we had an absolutely great time. Chef Made was a very gracious host and obviously a great teacher as well. He did a good job of making the class fun, and the sushi we ended up making was delicious, so I definitely recommend booking this class with him if you're looking for a fun way to learn how to make (and eat!) some sushi.

Kathleen

06 Sep 2019

Chef Made was fabulous. He was fun, patient and so skilled and wonderful. We loved every minute and felt so proud of our creations!

Antoinette

25 Aug 2019

Chef Made was absolutely amazing! He was so patient and informative. The boys and I had a great time. We will definitely be back!

Andrea

14 Jul 2019

Chef Made is a fantastic chef, with a passion for cooking and teaching. He was very helpful and patient, as my son (10) and I were learning how to prepare sushi for the first time. We had a blast! And the sushi was delicious! We are looking forward to preparing sushi at home I would highly recommend it!

John

29 Jun 2019

Chef Made Master was AWESOME! He was extremely welcoming and friendly, explained sushi terminology and history and taught us the right want to prepare rice! The recipes were simple but elegant and we made so much food we couldn’t finish it all. My wife and I had the perfect date night. I would recommend him and the cozy meal experience to everyone.

Lois

08 Jun 2019

Chef Made made it a fantastic night for all of us. He was patient teaching six neophytes in the ways of making sushi. If you are a sushi lover , you will not be disappointed ! Many thanks for such a fun time.

Lisa Chi

03 Jun 2019

I took the intermediate sushi making class with Chef Made Master in his home. First off, his home was very clean and inviting with individual stations for me and my boyfriend. When we were arrived, we were super excited to experience this private cooking lesson! Chef Made Master was a very knowledgeable and patient sushi instructor. From preparing the rice to rolling the sushi, this class encompassed all the skills needed to make sushi. We learned how exactly to mix the rice with vinegar along with the different types of knife cuts for the various ingredients. He took his time in explaining the processes and also helped us if we ran into any problems. All of the food that we prepared was delicious and I would definitely take another cooking class with Chef Made Master!

Dawn

19 May 2019

What an amazing experience! Chef Made is a sushi EXPERT! He was kind, patient & made sure we had a good time while making a delicious meal! We couldn’t have asked for a better birthday surprise for my mom!

Meghan

29 Apr 2019

We had a great time and experience! Chef Made Master was very knowledgeable and patient.

Lana

28 Apr 2019

Chef made master is a wonderful teacher who is extremely knowledgeable about everything involving sushi making! We had an incredible time in the kitchen hanging out and making sushi with him. Most of all he’s an extremely kind, humble, and welcoming person who really made a birthday super special. Awesome experience with a superb chef/teacher/human!

Lisa

30 Mar 2019

Excellent experience! Chef Made was a patient and kind instructor and taught us all about the sushi making process. We would work through sections of the menu and then take breaks to eat. It was nice that he would adjust the process based on what we were excited to do. More than enough food, we had to take some home and he gave a bottle of sake as a gift. Highly recommend.

Sam

29 Mar 2019

Made was awesome. He was very friendly, great for both beginner and advanced chefs, and was a great instructor / chef. Highly recommend for all types of groups.

Chas

29 Mar 2019

Made was awesome! He was very kind and informational, and took his time guiding us through the entire process. The food was delicious (especially the sesame sauce), and we left with new knowledge and full stomachs. I would definitely recommend it to anyone.

Mike

10 Mar 2019

Very friendly and considerate. Thank you for such a fun time!

Kate

25 Feb 2019

Chef Made Master is both a skilled teacher and a kind, easy-going person. Though it requires many years of study to master the art of sushi making, Chef Made Master makes it fun and accessible for all levels. He was also extremely prompt and courteous. Would recommend him to anyone!

Robert

16 Feb 2019

Chef Made was an absolute stud, and we learned a ton and ate a ton. Highly, highly recommended.

Megan

04 Feb 2019

We had a wonderful time with Chef! Would definitely recommend! We made excellent sushi and the time flew by

Alyssa

02 Feb 2019

Super nice, awesome at answering questions both about sushi nd food in general!

Adam

25 Jan 2019

Chef Made Master provided us with an unfortgetable and invaluable experience, and we would highly recommend him to anyone. He was so kind, helpful, and encouraging as he patiently instructed us in the art of making sushi. He took time to explain and demonstrate things, while allowing us to be entirely hands on. He is clearly born to teach. He was so knowledgeable about his work, and we learned so many cool things about sushi in general by just talking with him throughout the evening. The atmosphere was positive and relaxed, and we really felt like we were hanging out with a friend. The amount of food he brings is practically bottomless too, so we had tons of amazing leftovers! Best of all, we actually feel like we can make proper and delicious sushi for years to come, all thanks to his help. We feel so lucky to have stumbled upon him! Hire him, you won’t regret it :)

Linda

18 Jan 2019

CHef was warm, friendly, knowledgeable, and truly made it a wonderful experience!

Suzanne

13 Nov 2018

What an awesome experience with Chef Made Master! He was very patient, answered a ton of questions that we had, and taught us how to make a fantastic meal. We had SO much food, with a lot of leftovers. It was a fun, interactive, engaging, and relaxing evening. I can't recommend him highly enough!

Melanie

02 Nov 2018

A wonderful experience. Chef Made was a good teacher and helped to de-mystify sushi. With 4 people it was a LOT of food.

Jon

26 Oct 2018

My girlfriend and I had a fantastic time making sushi with Chef Made, there is not enough space to say all of the great things! Chef Made was a perfect teacher - he gave us very helpful guidance, encouragement, and made the experience unforgettable. If you have any interest in making sushi, we would highly recommend this experience!

Patrick

19 Oct 2018

Chef Made was truly an amazing experience. He came with all the materials necessary and taught us everything we needed to know about making sushi. He even went out and brought Toro (Fatty Tuna) because it was my favorite. He kept in great communication the entire time, was very polite and kind, and also brought us a bottle of sake as a gift. If you're still reading this, do yourself a favor and book him now!

Jacqulyn

21 Sep 2018

Chef Made is a living and walking example of pure perfection. My friend and I enjoyed ourselves tremendously. He’s very knowledgeable and hands on but most importantly very patient, encouraging, superb customer service and satisfaction. Great sense of humor and charm.

Timothy

22 Aug 2018

Making sushi is an art form. From the cooking and handling of the rice to slicing raw fish, every chef has his own style and techniques. Chef Made is not different. And it is very obvious that he honors and respects his craft. Watching his knife skills at work is almost like watching a ballot. He does't just build unique and visually impressive dishes, he creates and crafts them. And then there is the melding of favors. Chef Made combines traditional sushi styles with new and innovative flavor profiles that he has formulated. That makes watching Chef Made work is the fact that he does all this while keeping up a conversation with his guest. He is shy at first, but its obvious that he likes to engage with his guests, discussing raw fish varieties and why each is used in a a specific dish. Getting to know him is easy. Just ask him about drumming, his other passion.