Math meets meals. Feelings optional, flavor mandatory
Fermat’s Cuisine isn’t trying to be prestige television, and Takahashi Fumiya isn’t here to win Oscars—but he is here to deliver, and he absolutely does. His performance has that raw, earnest quality that makes you believe in Gaku’s journey from math-obsessed recluse to culinary prodigy. Watching him apply formulas to food could’ve been a gimmick, but instead it’s clever, oddly satisfying, and surprisingly moving. His transformation is, dare I say, chef’s kiss—a quiet triumph that sneaks up on you.What elevates the drama beyond its premise is the palpable camaraderie. The cast clicks in a way that feels lived-in, and the standout dynamic is between Gaku and Asakura Kai, the enigmatic chef who recruits him into the culinary world. Their bond is layered with mentorship, tension, and mutual respect, grounding the story in something deeper than just kitchen theatrics. It’s about people—about building trust, finding purpose, and learning to communicate through flavor.
And speaking of flavor, the food is practically its own character. Every dish is shot with reverence, sizzling and gleaming like it’s auditioning for a five-star review. You’ll want to pause and rewind just to admire the plating. The multicultural cast and global influences add richness to the world, making it feel inclusive and refreshingly modern.
For those hoping for a BL angle—this isn’t that dish. At best, Gaku might lean gay-coded or asexual, given his obliviousness to the affections of his female friends. But that’s not the story Fermat’s Cuisine is telling. It’s about heart, growth, and the quiet magic of finding your place—served with warmth, sincerity, and just the right dash of spice.
Was this review helpful to you?
Realizing limitations don’t define you
This was a wonderfully portrayed journey of a master chef. He wanted to surpass his mentor and he finds the staff he hopes will let him achieve that goal. The story covers how decisions made can lead to completely different choices. Friendships and work relationships are tested. It shows that the goals we set ourselves may turn out to just be the beginning. While the focus is obviously on food, it covers family ties, passion for job..and the lengths we are willing to go to to preserve them both. This is definitely worth the watch and makes viewer appreciate relationships and how we are impacted by them. It also shows sometimes the simplest things are what truly makes us happy.Was this review helpful to you?
Just wow!
I loved this drama! I watched it in 2 days, i just couldn't walk away from it. I love movies and drama's about cooking, so this one was right up my ally.Visuals of the drama were fantastic! The music really fits the drama, the acting is great and there is a good chemistry between the leads. Even though it is just a bromance, chemistry is still very important.
I will probably watch this again.
Was this review helpful to you?
Polished TV Production Honours Manga Origins
I loved the series and watched it twice over the 2024 new year. I particularly enjoyed the culinary conversations and even learned a few new tips. Jun Shison oozes sex appeal ... and appealing arrogance. Some viewers may be unaware Takahashi is a trained cook and Shison has recently directed a couple of short films. They are both absolutely outstanding actors on an ensemble of amazing talent in front of and behind camera. Would be wonderful to see a Season 2. But please, Director ... lose the awful Gaku bowl cut wig! Hiding the most handsome man in Japan! 😆I would have liked more scenes of Ego Gaku, that period of the show serms too brief but
is very intense and Takahashi Fumiya again cements his potential as an amazing, emotionally powerful and broadly skillled actor at just 22 years of age. He typically plays brooding, moody types; check him out in the new movie release Our Secret Diary. I personally believe he could be a significant talent beyond Japan if he so wishes. Enjoy 👋
Was this review helpful to you?
This review may contain spoilers
From appetizer to dessert ... a truly great story!!
Within the first few minutes of episode 1, this drama was as addicting to watch, as was savoring all the food being prepared.The two protagonists, Gaku & Kai, are fantastic characters, not only interacting with each other, but watching both their transformations happen throughout each episode.
Episode 4 is definitely the one that captivates you into the series for several reasons, particularly the dark & mysteriousness nature of Kai that you're trying to figure out. You're not sure who to have more empathy for, Gaku or Kai. Each battling demons of their past. Takahashi Fumiya & Shison Jun are both brilliant, each mixing with perfect chemistry to the other.
A great supporting cast is on hand as well. All adding their own special ingredient in making a perfect drama to watch. Magoroku was a favorite, played by Itagaki Rihito. Starting out as an antagonist to Gaku, but turning out to be one of his closest friends later on.
In the end, the story seems to conclude in a very satisfying way for all. Going into the final episode it didn't seem possible for one happy ending, let alone everyone to enjoy one. A great series to watch more than once!
Was this review helpful to you?
Équations indigestes
Le pitch de cette énième adaptation épique d'un manga culinaire, vous met l'eau à la bouche tout en vous laissant sur votre faim. Un peu comme cette cuisine française qu'affectionne tant Takahasi Fumiya. Excellent acteur, festin pour les yeux par sa bogossitute, mais qui sait aussi vous régaler les papilles 'in reel life' sur les réseaux sociaux. Au menu de ces 10 épisodes culinaires, des maths, un restaurant gastronomique à faire tourner, des maths, des 'oishii' exagérés pour des pâtes au ketchup, des maths, d'excellents acteurs qui jouent mal et enfin des maths. Attention donc à l'indigestion.En vrai, ce ne sont pas les maths qui risquent de vous donner des lourdeurs. Celles-ci ne sont qu'un prétexte cosmétique avec des chiffres qui s'envolent et de belles équations qui apparaissent en 3D CGI. Mais je cherche encore après plusieurs épisodes le rapport maths/cuisine dans cette série. Car on est plus dans la chimie de la cuisine moléculaire adaptée aux Pastas à la Napolitan qu'aux équations différentielles. Surveiller les températures des… Couverts, ou de l'eau qui bout, est loin du théorème de Fermat. On a beau nous montrer des chiffres virevoltants autour de notre héros, même dans le Numbers des années 2000, y avait plus de maths par épisode. Le petit génie remplit, en flashback, des sudokus et colorie des quadrillages au collège, ce qui reste léger pour oser citer Fermat dans le titre. Si les japonais vouent un culte à notre Pierrot national, dans beaucoup de mangas Nozonozo, la cuisine française en est pas moins sublimée dans ce média. Notre grand chef en devenir sera donc initié à la magie de celle-ci, après avoir laissé tomber celle des carrés magiques. Entouré de son mentor, le trop beau Shison Jun, qui surjoue son rôle de protecteur/mentor et d'une Koshiba Fuka
qui surjoue, elle, son rôle de rival vénère. Quelques déceptions, donc, pour ces acteurs qui généralement sont empreints de dérision sur eux-mêmes. D'ailleurs toute la série se prend trop au sérieux comme ces restaurants guindés où la Haute Société se retrouve en extase devant trois petits poids et 10 serveurs autour d'eux. Tout ce que je déteste dans la cuisine est dans ce Drama. Dommage, j'adore les maths et pour cause, je les enseigne..., mais la cuisine gâche tout.
Was this review helpful to you?
This review may contain spoilers
Cucina Giapponese e matematica da sballati ...
La storia descrive il percorso di un giovane matematico, diciannovenne, confuso, con tendenze alla Icaro, che disilluso dall'evidenza che lui, per quanto geniale, ha davanti a sé persone ancora più geni di lui, decide di gettare alle ortiche la sua intelligenza matematica e cercare una meta che lo ponga più in alto di tutti.Incontra un genio della cucina giapponese che lo coinvolge a diventare chef del suo pluripremiato ristorante con tante stelle Michelin.
Sfidato, mette in gioco la sua forma mentis matematica con le alchimie della cucina di alto livello, diventando in breve un unicum. Ma quando raggiunge, o pensa di aver raggiunto la sua meta, come Icaro, vicino al sole, le sue ali di cera si sciolgono e cade in picchiata sulla nuda realtà della terra, perdendo tutto: ristorante, cuochi, amici, mentore ecc ... è solo (e sfigatello) ... ma nella ripartenza ecco che si palesa il suo vero punto di forza: il PADRE con la P maiuscola che (al nono episodio) gli ridice chi è e per che cosa vale la pena di mettersi in gioco.
Quindi va a recuperare quanto ha perduto, incluso il suo mentore che, a differenza di lui, un padre non ce l'ha, ha un surrogato, algido, altissimo, inarrivabile che però lo ha quasi fatto fuori con le sue menate sulla cucina ... alla fine ricompone i pezzi che aveva fatto fuori, impara dalla realtà che ci sono cose che vengono prima della propria superbia.
Was this review helpful to you?
