Speaking Engagements: Culinary Storytelling with Mindfulness
Kaz Matsune is more than a sushi chef—he is a storyteller, educator, and guide who brings mindfulness and intention into the art of food. Through his engaging talks and interactive demonstrations, Kaz shares how culinary traditions, particularly sushi-making, can inspire mindfulness, creativity, and opposite thinking. His speaking engagements go beyond food; they offer a transformative experience that blends storytelling, cultural wisdom, and personal growth.
Speaking Topics
Thinking Opposite
in Cooking & Life
In this thought-provoking session, Kaz Matsune shares the lessons he’s learned from teaching sushi classes and running a successful business for over 12 years. From challenging conventional wisdom to redefining success, Kaz encourages participants to reconsider assumptions in both the kitchen and life. The concept of thinking opposite explores how small shifts in perspective can lead to profound change.
Breaking the Myth
of Sushi & Life
This session debunks common misconceptions about sushi—like the idea that sushi is just raw fish or sushi originated in Japan. Kaz goes beyond the myths of food to challenge the conventional thinking we apply to all areas of life. What if we approached life like sushi—focusing on intention, simplicity, and craftsmanship? Participants will walk away with a deeper understanding of not only sushi but also how they can apply these myth-busting lessons to break through their own barriers and live more purposefully.
Culinary Storytelling & Mindfulness
From hosting a client's 50th birthday celebration to teaching sushi-making at a Bar Mitzvah for a boy who attended the same class three times, Kaz explores how food shapes our stories, deepens connections, and enhances joy in life. Through culinary experiences, Kaz shows how mindful cooking can create lasting memories and bring balance and meaning to every moment.
Team Building:
Keynote and Sushi Making
An engaging session that blends leadership insights with hands-on sushi-making, teaching lessons on teamwork, adaptability, and mindfulness. By connecting through storytelling and culinary collaboration, participants will strengthen their bonds and develop skills that promote better communication and creativity.
