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The perfect kitchen is the first ingredient for a great meal 
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DeRaspe has not only studied gastronomy and sustainable agriculture and spent plenty of time globe-trotting to learn about international cuisine; he also fosters a passion for one-of-a-kind kitchen spaces. “Initially, I was drawn to food science, wanting to understand the molecular structures of food and how our body absorbs it,” he says. Three years ago, he moved from academia to applying his knowledge in a more organic, hands-on way. “I realized that I wanted to be the open connection between the consumers and the farmers, along with providing an exceptional atmosphere to enjoy food,” he says. “And that meant being a chef.” Drawn to the Hawaiian isles, DeRaspe joined Pure Kauai, a custom-luxury-vacation company, where his culinary mastery has attracted A-list clients like Robert Downey Jr. and Matt Damon. Through his own company, Foraging Fork (foragingfork.com), DeRaspe travels extensively, cooking for clients and often teaching them food science and how to cook. And he loves equipping homes with the ultimate culinary environments: Think elaborate organic gardens with heirloom varietals, eco-friendly Italian counter-tops, and top-of-the-line cutlery like Shun knives. In all of his kitchen endeavors, DeRaspe’s philosophy is simple: “Good food and good living go hand in hand.” > Forged in Japan, SHUN knives set the standard for katana-sharp cutlery. Praising their durability, chef A.J. describes the blades as everything you would want in kitchen knives: “They are very well balanced, with a great edge that requires minimal maintenance.” DeRaspe prefers the pakkawood handles (pictured) in the Classic Series to the steel. Set, from $430; kershawknives.com Comments (0)
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