JD in the Kitchen

Real moments from my working kitchen in Japan — not a studio, not a set, just a man, a stove, and the will to keep going.

These photos are pieces of my journey: carving turkey in a tiny apartment, plating dishes in friends’ restaurants, rolling dough on stainless steel tables, and testing sauces and seasoning blends born from my fight to survive.

This is the work. Long days, tired feet, and food made with discipline, soul, and respect for the body.

Behind the Apron

A closer look at the process, the passion, and the plate.