Fresh Ideas and Flavors from our Crew of Talented Tastemakers
We’re proud to partner with some of the coolest culinary creators on the planet, who constantly amaze us with brilliant new ways to use Kikkoman products. We’ve brought them all together here in the Kikkoman Kitchen so you can check out their delicious recipes, hacks, and fresh, fun inspo. We hope they inspire you to dream up all kinds of Kikkoman creations of your own!

IG: @_yourbasicdad
Albert is a Southern California-based dad of three who loves cooking simple, family-friendly meals. He shares easy-to-follow, Asian-inspired recipes that highlight both flavor and practicality for busy households.From clever food hacks to healthier spins on family favorites, Albert makes cooking approachable, while keeping things fun with trending recipes and techniques.

IG: @cabagges.world
Anna and Kevin are an NYC-based couple who share their love for cooking through comforting, healthy, Asian-inspired recipes. Their content blends everyday kitchen moments with global foodie adventures, from trying new dishes while traveling to recreating favorite meals at home. With an eye for aesthetics and relatable storytelling, Anna and Kevin bring warmth, creativity, and inspiration to home cooks everywhere.

IG: @chloetrca
Chloe is a wellness coach and recipe creator who’s passionate about helping others live balanced and intentional lives. Chloe shares high-protein, wholesome recipes that complement an active lifestyle, along with healthy alternatives designed to make wellness approachable for everyone. Through day-in-the-life content and fitness routines, she encourages her audience to step boldly into their purpose.

IG: @onehappybite
Christian is a Los Angeles-based food creator and recipe developer specializing in Asian-inspired dishes made simple for modern home cooks. Her content celebrates nostalgic traditional meals alongside playful Asian-fusion recipes, inspiring people to cook joyfully and explore new flavors. Known for her vibrant, colorful dishes that balance health and flavor, she often creates high-protein meals and shares prep routines, taste tests, and fun experiments in the kitchen.

IG: @emmanuel.duverneau
Emmanuel is a California-based food creator who brings a fresh perspective to traditional cooking. He shares healthy, balanced, and colorful recipes that often take familiar meals and elevate them with a unique twist. From detailed food preps and taste tests to travel-inspired dishes, his content highlights both everyday practicality and global exploration. Emmanuel frequently cooks alongside his family, showcasing the joy of food as both nourishment and connection.

IG: @thehealthyavo
Lexie is a Charleston-based lifestyle and wellness creator known as the “Wellness Martha Stewart” of her generation. She shares cozy routines, girly coastal-inspired content and simple wellness tips that bring beauty and balance into everyday life. With a love for hosting, she creates stunning dining atmospheres and shares fresh, light recipes perfect for holidays, special occasions and everyday gatherings.

IG: @louisgcooks
Louis is an Israeli food creator whose goal is to inspire people to step into the kitchen with confidence and an unapologetic mindset. He shares easy-to-follow culinary and baking tutorials, blending storytelling and voiceovers with aesthetic food visuals that make cooking approachable and fun. Through his content, Louis encourages creativity in the kitchen while empowering others to cook with joy and ease.

IG: @wannabechefmatt
Matthew is a food content creator based in Los Angeles and New York City, who started his page as a way to document his journey of trying to get better at cooking in order to save money on restaurants as a recent college graduate. Since then, he’s become a passionate foodie, sharing his original recipes for vibrant, globally inspired meals with his audience. Matthew shares recipes that look (and taste) elevated, but are easy enough for home cooks of all levels to make themselves.

IG: @gatherednutrition
Mia is a Chicago-based Registered Dietitian and founder of Gathered Nutrition, where she shares accessible, mostly plant-based recipes and women’s health content. Her passion for nutrition began after being diagnosed with an autoimmune thyroid disease in college, leading her to discover the healing power of food and a desire to help others do the same. Today, she inspires her community with science-based information, personal experiences and health-promoting recipes.

IG: @mikekubiesa
Mike is a Chicago-based private chef for professional athletes and content creator who enjoys bringing families and friends together around the table to share fresh, flavorful meals. Known for his simple yet rustic approach, he creates hearty, deeply satisfying dishes that highlight both comfort and creativity. His content often features complex sandwich builds, prep routines and taste tests.