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[ In the kitchen of 1493, Souma takes a step back from where he's set up his phone to record himself. His headband is still around his wrist at the moment, but he's definitely already got an apron on in preparation, so he looks like someone that's ready for a throwdown with Bobby Flay right now. Which is strangely appropriate, given the fact he's about to ask for challenges from the community as well as give an offer. ]

Hey, everybody! I'm Yukihira Souma, and since I've been here for about a month now and this place seems like it's pretty American, United States-style, I figured I'd make an offer to the community before Thanksgiving rolled around. Food's a pretty big deal for any holiday, y'know, and as a chef I'm all about food. But I know that there's gotta be people that either don't know how to make Thanksgiving staples, or they just don't really know how to cook beyond the basics. [ Or at all, don't give people so much credit, Souma, two of the people you live with can't cook for shit. ] So, if anybody was interested...

[ He puts his fists on his hips, grinning big. Ignore the fact he doesn't usually cook Thanksgiving food, he's great at improv and learning on the fly. ] I've got a decade of cooking experience from working in my family's restaurant, and I'd be happy to give cooking lessons! For the holidays, and year-round, depending on how much practice you want to get in.

If you'd like me to prove myself as a good cook, since I can't really give you a resume or anything here, just tell me what your favorite food is and I'll make it for you! [ Then, he pauses, looking thoughtful before he resumes like an idea's dawned on him. ] Or, hey, even if you don't want cooking lessons... Let me know what your favorite food is, everyone, and I'll serve it up for you, Yukihira style! If you can't pick, then just tell me whatever comes to mind and I'll make it all. It'd definitely help keep me in top form while I'm here, since I don't have any of my culinary classes here. The HOMEC ones don't really cut it compared to Toutsuki's rigorous training.

[ It's free food, who could turn that down? ]

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[ ~~yeah sure they do with their heartburn~~ on the flipside, the hair reminds him of Ibusaki but the demeanor doesn't. Give him a bit for that one. ]

There's nothing wrong with doing the basics, since they're easy and also generally comforting since we grow up with them. But there's also nothing wrong with learning more stuff, especially if you wanna feed people you care about! It's what food's all about.

[ Okay Souma calm down. ] But it's nice to meet you, too!

I bet, but I never got into sports or any other competitive hobbies. [ (thinking) ] My brother here plays volleyball, though, so maybe I'll check it out.

[ Usually only in the kitchen but he can keep up with you Hajime, have no fear. ]

I hope so! I've never actually tried to teach anyone before, but I like to think I am pretty good and it could maybe help somebody out!

[ That one's a loaded question, so he slows his roll. ] You know, I don't think I've ever really thought about it before?

One of my friends made this like, variety of onigiri once that was delicious, so it's not like onigiri or omurice are bad or anything. You can do spins on basic things really easily so that you never get bored! It's the same for every recipe, really.

[Cook until you drop then!]

Being really good at something and teaching it to someone are two different things.
[She clasps her hands together as she points to the screen. Wink!]

But I'm sure you'll do great with that spirit!! Help everyone through the power of great food!!

[That's surprising!] Really? Nothing that goes 'Ta-Da~!' and that you're always in the mood to eat?

[ perks up at that ]

Who's your brother?

[ You got it!! ]

Sure is - guess we're gonna see how it goes, huh? At least I can probably learn a thing or two from you, too! [ 100% winks back. ]

And you'll get The Honeybee the best food it can ask for!

[ Souma puts his hands on his hips again, scrunching his nose. ] Well, overall I just really like good food! But if I had to pick I'd say something from our restaurant. It's mostly Japanese-style diner food I grew up eating and making, since I was a little kid.

Ah, Shouyou!

[ Picks up his phone to show him. Hinata has, and I quote, 'looked up like a bloodhound' at the mention of volleyball from where he's stuffing his cheeks. ]

Oh!

I know him, we're from the same world.

You'll have to teach me some of these Thanksgiving recipes. It'd be nice to serve them back home.

[!! free food? free food!!!]

I want some food!! Can you make ramen?! That's my favorite!

[Last one standing wins; no take backsies]

Maybeeee~! I'm not experienced as you, Souma-san, but I do what I can to make things taste good! [Oh yes; she likes you already!]

Yes! Awesome! [Hajime is so ready for this. Sure art and design is more up her alley but food is technically a form of both those things.]

So do you make your own creations there? That's impressive! You gotta let me try some!

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[ This, in Souma's mind, results in Iwaizumi being a friend of his now. Congratulations, Iwachan. ]

Really? He told me he had friends here, but it's nice to meet one!

[ hi dad hi ]

I've only made a couple before, for holiday specials, but there's recipe books and online recipes we can practice with.

[ free food!!! ]

Do you have stuff you really really like in it? Or don't like, too!

Have you ever celebrated Thanksgiving? I don't remember us having it back home...

[ fuck yeah, come on free food ]

I'm Iwaizumi Hajime.

[ Bring it on! ]

Experience is good, but flavor is even more important in the end! So I'm really looking forward to practicing with you. [ A promise of good food and enthusiasm? Yes, absolutely, Souma is genuinely excited.

And, you know, presentation is key in food, so she's got that in the bag. ]

We do! We've even got a secret menu, and we'll do what I'm doing now and accept orders on the fly. [ Which results in him looking at her with curiosity. ] What kind of food do you like, Hajime-san? I can make it for you sometime!

Not exactly, but my dad did a lot of travel - [ which he only learned about recently... ] - so he knew a bunch of stuff about it and would incorporate stuff around this time of year that fit the theme.

Tonkotsu ramen's the best! With a bit of wakame, and a dash of oil— there was this place near the train station back home that had the best ramen ever!! But it's been a while since I've had any of it...

[she thinks about it way too often. there's nowhere here that serves ramen that's nearly as good...!]

[ Free food all day everyday. ]

Nice to meet you, Iwaizumi! [ Hinata waves in the background, tbh. ] Is your favorite food really that complex?

[ That was a relief. ]

He also mentioned wanting to learn to cook from you. If you value your life, don't eat what he makes.

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[ Souma actually pulls out a notepad from a pocket of his apron, taking the pen out of the spiral and writing these things down, making a note to himself that it's got a nostalgia factor and underlining that. ]

It sounds really good. [ A resolute nod. ] I'll do my best to make it as close as I can, then!

So what makes up a Thanksgiving meal...?

[ Ingredients and all that jazz....? ]

I don't have any problem teaching him if he wants! It can't be that bad, though.

[ Says the guy who competes with his dad on who can make the best food, but also force the most disgusting experiments they make on their friends and loved ones. ]

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