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I've lived an uncommonly colorful & delicious life. I'm a longtime chef, radio guy, and successful entrepreneur. You can expect a fun and engaging conversation with me. I'll address almost any topic you wish to explore. (And no, I won't talk over you). Ready?

How “Big Food” Feasts on Cutting-Edge Tech

The term “Big Food” is used to describe the massive, multinational corporations that collectively dominate the global industrial food system and consumer packaged food markets. These are companies with billions in annual revenue that own multiple brands across various food and beverage categories like snacks, cereal, dairy, packaged meals, condiments, beverages and more. Many got…

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Foodies Unite: A Delicious Dive into the World of Food Lovers

Welcome, fellow food enthusiasts, to a delectable journey through the fascinating world of gastronomy! From gourmet delights to street food sensations, food has a unique way of bringing people together and igniting our senses. Let’s explore the culinary wonders that tantalize our taste buds and celebrate the diverse community of food lovers around the globe….

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The Birth Of The Michelin Guide

The Birth of the Michelin Guide Tire Origins: In 1889, brothers André and Édouard Michelin took over their family’s rubber company in Clermont-Ferrand, France. As cars emerged in the early 20th century, the Michelin brothers introduced the first practical pneumatic tires for automobiles. Their brand, Michelin Tires, needed a way to promote road travel and, consequently, tire sales. The…

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Matthew Gray Writes! You have got to be shitting me!

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Matthew Gray Writes: ☼ TONGUE SEDUCTION IN BARCELONA ☼

“Eat Barcelona” is my latest catch-phrase. No foodie would argue with me on this. Nor would any night-owl type who happens to love food & drink. Dinnertime here often doesn’t even get going until 9, maybe 10pm. There have been plenty of nights (after a particularly active day of sight-seeing) when we don’t sit down…

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Matthew Gray Writes ☼ Barcelona – A Never-ending Gaudi Trip

Many of you have been to my home (referred to as “The Tree-house”) in Honolulu, but not all of you, yet.  I look forward to meeting and feeding you in the not-too-distant future, though, as soon as it quiets down around here. Point is, for coming up on 5 years now, the guy next door…

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Matthew Gray Writes: How To Engage with Intellectually & Factually Overmatched People

By Matthew Gray Engaging in a debate with someone who is intellectually and factually overmatched requires a thoughtful and respectful approach. Here are some tips to help you navigate such a situation: Remain Respectful: Regardless of the other person’s knowledge level, maintaining a respectful tone is essential. Avoid condescension or dismissive behavior, as it can…

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Matthew Gray Writes: Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s Relationship Timeline

By Matthew Gray Taylor Swift, the multi-Grammy-winning superstar, and Travis Kelce, the Kansas City Chiefs tight end, have kindled an apparent romance that’s taken the entertainment world by storm. The crossover of sports and music has gotten even the NFL involved, issuing a statement about just how much they’ve tapped into Swift attending games in promo…

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Matthew Gray Writes: Navigating the Promise and Perils of Artificial Intelligence: A Journey into the World of AI

By Matthew Gray Artificial Intelligence (AI) is a branch of computer science that aims to create intelligent machines that can perform tasks that typically require human intelligence. AI is a rapidly growing field that has the potential to revolutionize the way we live and work. In this blog post, we will explore the basics of…

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Matthew Gray Writes: Molecular Gastronomy at Disfrutar

This was not just any Dinner. This was a creative endeavor, an artistic display, a gustatory sleight-of-hand, and more, courtesy of the folks over at Disfrutar, here in Barcelona. The meaning of the Spanish word `Disfrutar’ translates to bask, delight, enjoy, take pleasure in, that kind of thing. It’s a hot, new-ish restaurant that is…

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