Culinary Experiences By Chef D'Cruze

This is what Christmas is all about. I love my family more than anything! What a great day with you all! Merry Christmas to all!!

Last dinner in Osaka, I made a reservation at a place I’ve wanted to try for years!
and their amazing Wagyu beef.
It was unbelievable!!! We had tataki, Wagyu sushi, and many different cuts grilled to perfection at our table.

Had a crazy lunch experience yesterday in Osaka. Went to the big moving crab place lol. Found out when we sat down that it was ALL YOU CAN EAT HOKKAIDO SNOW CRAB!!!
Jenna does not like crab as much as AB and I but she joined in. That saying “Too much of a good thing” it’s true, the first round was a 14/10, 2nd round was a 10/10 but that 3rd round was overkill, was great but I don’t want to see smell or taste crab for awhile!

Michelin Star meal at Sushi Fujita in Tokyo. Amazing experience!!!

In Japan eating my way through Tokyo, Osaka, Kyoto and Hiroshima

Was able to do 2 parties this weekend for 2 people who always ask me to do their Christmas gatherings. I had to say yes, they always have my back and always refer me to people, even though this year I haven’t had the time to do many. These keep me fresh and my skills relatively sharp. I love my new career but nothing beats the rush of a kitchen and the strict timelines within it.
Thank you Matt and Melissa for having me showcase my food to your friends and family.

Part 3 but last course at .crenn the amazing chocolates. The pineapple whopper was my fav!!!

Part 2 of the .crenn dinner for Jenna’s 40th bday

San Francisco and Napa Valley for Jenna’s 40th birthday.
The food was epic!!!
First up Chef Dominique Crenn’s super raved about .crenn Atelier Crenn. The best Michelin meal I’ve ever had, the courses we all so insanely thought about and presented beautifully. The menu is a poem that chef writes and builds the progression of courses.

First Culinary Experiences party in quite some time. I’ve been so busy with my new career and man I’ve missed doing this. Thanks to for bringing me out of “Retirement” to do this wonderful baby shower for Heather.
A few more to come for the end of the year!

Had an amazing day at Andrew and Cata’s wedding at Cave Spring Vineyards and Inn at the Twenty.
Such a beautiful wedding with a much more beautiful couple.
It was great partying with all the family as well, some who I haven’t seen since I moved to Calgary 30 years ago!

A few due diligence dishes for a company project we are working with

First Culinary Experience event since July!! Client wanted a huge charcuterie board for a small family Christmas gathering and I made that happen! Was a great time with full bellies, smiling faces and doggy bags. Missed doing these!

First event since July! Small Christmas party and they wanted a huge charcuterie board. So I made it happen! Was an epic feast. Everyone left full, happy and with doggie bags