A big thank you to Chef Masa and the team at Masa for working with us! It was such an amazing experience to be able to learn all about the thought and process that went into this temaki box. I'm keeping that hand-drawn illustration with me forever. The next episode will be airing two weeks from now, what do you think the next takeout will be? 👀 And if you know any interesting takeouts in your city, let us know! - Inga

@jamiesenter9011

3 жыл бұрын

Do NY style breakfast spread

@BrettWB

3 жыл бұрын

How about affordable takeout? Did ya forget a lot of people are struggling just to put food on the table?

@anniebell6846

3 жыл бұрын

Something from David Chang??

@ladyramen7655

3 жыл бұрын

How lucky!

@dawntreader2420

3 жыл бұрын

It's so beautiful.

The sushi master's passion for his career is immaculate

@vetenksS4

3 жыл бұрын

@@jaster030 then he found a great passion to support him in life.

@nenekomarie4769

3 жыл бұрын

That's why hes a master

@jaschynn

3 жыл бұрын

@@jaster030 i don't think so, the labor is the second thing you're paying next to the fresh ingredients, just saying. I worked in restaurants and yet we were paid minimum. They needed the skills but the pay us as if what were doing is basic. He deserves to be paid 800 dollars since the ingredients are in high quality and the precision in cutting and all is 💯

@nana-zh3eh

3 жыл бұрын

@@jaster030 you're also basically paying for his knowledge and experience, that's why it costs that much

@reginaluv82

3 жыл бұрын

You took the words right out of my mouth!! His passion is such an inspiration!! He LOVES sushi, the art of presentation, AND making people happy though the art of food. His passion is So incredible.

The aesthetic of everything in this video is confoundingly stunning. The food, the location, and all involved...then there is me, seated on my bed looking like I got my clothes from a lost and found bin.

@TheTannerPritchard_Runs

3 жыл бұрын

Damn that hits hard I love that

@PandasBacon

3 жыл бұрын

That is deep. Also depicts my life in a way too.

@Mello_Loves_Mujin

3 жыл бұрын

And then there’s me, I even smell like my clothes are from a lost and found bin..

@closetwarrior

3 жыл бұрын

Put down my bowl of cereal and took my blanket off my head to type this comment

@MikePhoTravelVlogs

3 жыл бұрын

😂🤣😂🤣😂💯💯Same here

love how they never talked about Masa being one of the few restaurants in the US that have 3 michelin stars

@s4xtt

2 жыл бұрын

Greatness need no publicity

@kogdanetdeneg

2 жыл бұрын

@@s4xtt it takes a few seconds to mention, but as an editor, i'm sure they had their reasons for keeping it out. At least I hope so

@waiitwhaat

2 жыл бұрын

Kinda agree with @@s4xtt. They're popular enough to justify a $800 meal (its great sure but still $800 is a lot). Still, a mention about the Michelin stars would have been nice.

@livewellwitheds6885

2 жыл бұрын

I mean it wasn't about the restaurant, it was about this box and experience

@hanna5231

2 жыл бұрын

@@livewellwitheds6885 the box and experience… from the restaurant

This isn't just a meal, it's an edible work of art.

@sarahvanrooyen7280

3 жыл бұрын

Yep, one i cant aforde

@drflugkisser

3 жыл бұрын

A food full of art

@malindarayallen

3 жыл бұрын

@@sarahvanrooyen7280 I wish you wealth and success, so that some day you can try this.

@sarahvanrooyen7280

3 жыл бұрын

@@malindarayallen thanks

@RealPronotfound

2 жыл бұрын

snowflake

Funny how this show is called about to eat (future tense) but the initials stand for the past tense of eating

@louisechoi8492

3 жыл бұрын

Didn't realize that before lol

@kates7277

3 жыл бұрын

I think "about" in the channel title means "regarding" as opposed to being a time reference...as in, it's a channel about eating, not about people who are preparing to eat!

@sjaaksjok

3 жыл бұрын

@@kates7277 But wouldn't that be an odd way of phrasing it? 'About eating' would be more fitting in that regard? I assumed the meaning of the name as explained by AIKO SIMANJAYA, but hey maybe I'm wrong ;p

@kates7277

3 жыл бұрын

@@sjaaksjok I hear ya but I also think they wanted the channel name to be ATE as an appropriate acronym.

@freemodulation

3 жыл бұрын

And during the show they actively EAT!

the boxes are so expensive yet they just make sense-- you're paying for art and experience. and there are so. many. fishes. i am drooling.

@MikePhoTravelVlogs

3 жыл бұрын

😂🤣😂🤣🔥🔥🔥

@GadgetsGearCoffee

3 жыл бұрын

Feast wirh your eyes first! I always play with plating for myself, it's part of the enjoyment

@enkays_den

3 жыл бұрын

I also assume the price has to do with maintaining the rent, gas, power, and employees salaries for a fine dining restaurant (which relies on solely on in house eating usually). This price is definitely inflated as well as paying for the high quality ingredients

@AlineNguyen2000

3 жыл бұрын

@@AKRose-nm1zs but that depends on the ingredients involved as well. some prices are higher because of the ingredients like truffle, waygu, or toro etc there's no way you'll get anything like it for a cheap price

@98Emie

3 жыл бұрын

200$ max

my heart melted when I saw him draw for the instructions, its the purest thing😩😩✨

You can see really see the quality of these videos.... I know he’s behind the camera, but I want to commend Alvin’s cinematography, it’s stunning as always, andaccentuates the beauty of the food and the experience

@g60force

2 жыл бұрын

ànd makes her even look more stunning xoxo

Disappointed that we didn't see Alvin tasting it after the "excited Alvin noises".

@inamarienastasja3866

3 жыл бұрын

I was literally waiting for Alvin to show up. -_-

@MikePhoTravelVlogs

3 жыл бұрын

🤣😂🤣😂💯💯

@MrMclovinJunior

3 жыл бұрын

She paid for it. Take a hike Alvin🚶🏻‍♂️

@sarahw9385

3 жыл бұрын

I bet he got some off camera

@FishNinjaY

3 жыл бұрын

Haha. Agree. Did you see Alvin’s great video of a Day in Life of Michelin Chef? They kept feeding him chefy snacks every 10 minutes all day. Lol.. way to share lady.. 🙄🍱🍣

I see Inga. I see Alvin. I click.

@basmeboy8147

3 жыл бұрын

Sameeee

@JesusFreak98

3 жыл бұрын

Simple as that

@alaskayoung39

3 жыл бұрын

are they dating?

@namratakaul516

3 жыл бұрын

@@alaskayoung39 I really want to ask same. are they dating?

@basmeboy8147

3 жыл бұрын

I think they're not.. But i also think it's possible. Lol

The way the chef lights up about his food, in the midst of a *pandemic* is very comforting to me. Gives me hope for a better future. It shows that he's clearly passionate about what he does and nothing can get in his way. Seriously. So cool.

Chef Masa is such a precious soul. You can see the happiness in his eyes when he smiles♥️

@MikePhoTravelVlogs

3 жыл бұрын

💯💯💯🙏🙏🙏

Me, eating 7 dollar chinese food: ahh yes. culture.

@MikePhoTravelVlogs

3 жыл бұрын

🤣😂🤣😂🔥🔥🔥

@neihc1589

3 жыл бұрын

lol

@paulinahz4499

3 жыл бұрын

it doesn't actually cost $800 she lies lol

@enkays_den

3 жыл бұрын

Guess what, it's still valid! You don't need to spend a weeks paycheck on fresh fish to have a nice evening to yourself! ❤️

@janhavishigwan1347

3 жыл бұрын

I mean as long as it's good quality, tastes good and you're enjoying it who cares?

Chef Masa's diligence and passion is so apparent. He looks like he would be successful at anything he applied humself to.

@MikePhoTravelVlogs

3 жыл бұрын

💯💯💯🤣😂🤣😂

@acsu96

3 жыл бұрын

Have you watched the video about his ceramics? I hundred percent believe this!

he's takeout presentation is better than most of the dine-in presentation! he's a god!

Chef Masa is a treasure to mankind, his eyes and smile speak of the love he puts into his art, moving.

Alvin’s videography is AMAZING. I love his style haha. And Inga’s personality is like fresh rain. And the dishes were immaculate and beautiful. You can really see Chef Masa’s love for his creation!! Thank you for such a cool video

The contrast between the deliberate preparation and the informal enjoyment of Inga eating it is delightful! 😂 I hope Chef Masa gets lots of orders!

Inga is just the most precious human being - seing her getting exited over something makes me so happy

i am *MAD* at myself for not having spare $800 to spend on such a stunning meal

@piplup10203854

3 жыл бұрын

Honestly same 🥲 I’m like I would totally get that but then I’m reminded of the price and I literally don’t have anywhere near 800 to drop for this

@amberhasanaccount

3 жыл бұрын

If I was American and lived in NYC, I would've just spent my stimmy on this.

@isvvy6540

3 жыл бұрын

i dont have 8 dollars to spare on a stunning meal

@Marc01._

3 жыл бұрын

You know they just write it off as a company expense

@SamBrickell

3 жыл бұрын

You should be mad that you have a child's my little pony picture as your avatar even though you're obviously old enough to watch a KZread video about reviewing sushi.

Always love Inga and Alvin together hehe

@somintan8346

3 жыл бұрын

They bounce off each other's energy and enthusiasm. That chemistry between them :)

@tubulartuber

3 жыл бұрын

@@somintan8346 (ง ͡ʘ ͜ʖ ͡ʘ)ง

@somintan8346

3 жыл бұрын

@Dana A-N you do know we are just saying that they are good show host right?

@theluckyidiot1435

3 жыл бұрын

@@somintan8346 i think it’s because of tuber with his Lenny face that’s why she/he said this

@zochu19

3 жыл бұрын

@Dana A-N they aren’t even shipping them they’re complimenting them

You're not just paying for the sushi, you're also paying for the experience.

Imagine having £800 to spend on sushi! What a life. And Chef Masa is just a pleasure to watch, the reverence he has for his art. Truly beautiful.

Masa is famous and known throughout the world, actually. I had the honor of attending a seminar taught by him

@tahmkench118

3 жыл бұрын

Didn't he cry when Anthony Bourdain died.

@maggotst.pierre2361

3 жыл бұрын

@@tahmkench118 didn't you? RIP

@SoAnesu

3 жыл бұрын

@@tahmkench118 who didn’t in the culinary space?

@tahmkench118

3 жыл бұрын

@@maggotst.pierre2361 Yeah sorry I wasn't trying to be rude it was just the first thing that came into my mind

@maggotst.pierre2361

3 жыл бұрын

@@tahmkench118 its fine. No worries. This world hurts too much, let's try and let some things go once and a while.

i love watching chef masa explaining everything so passionately

The plating shows how much they respect the food they create. Its an art.

That sunlight hitting that sushi box, OOOOH! Did a justice!

I could listen to Masa talk for hours. It's so heart warming and just so much love for the food he is producing.

Honestly was waiting for a moment where Alvin gets to try it like Adam does in Worth It

@TracyMae

3 жыл бұрын

samee!!

@inamarienastasja3866

3 жыл бұрын

me too. Was kinda disappointed though.

@harrywotter7120

3 жыл бұрын

Same, imagine his pain of watching all the mouth watering sushi and not being able to eat

@MikePhoTravelVlogs

3 жыл бұрын

💯💯💯🙏🙏🙏

His Japanese accent with a slight hint of New York is so damn enjoyable to listen to

She was so eloquent when she was describing the food. It made me want to order a box for myself to eat but I don't live in Manhattan (I don't even live in the US) Hopefully in the near future if it's safe enough to travel, I can go visit the restaurant.

@iLastStar

2 жыл бұрын

for $800 tho lol

@cathyzhang6933

2 жыл бұрын

@@iLastStar It is expensive but I think it's worth the experience. It's not like I'm gonna order frequently. I rarely travel so whenever I do, I eat good food in different countries.

Unique Takeouts and the City. This is going to be a fun three part series.

The sun was a paid actor when she started eating it literally illuminated the food in front of her

@sarnaicoral

3 жыл бұрын

I get a wierd feeling when i see a comment with many likes but no replies so yea...

@MikePhoTravelVlogs

3 жыл бұрын

😂🤣😂🤣💯💯💯

@maggotst.pierre2361

3 жыл бұрын

@@sarnaicoral what kind of weird feeling? Genuinely curious.

@sarnaicoral

3 жыл бұрын

@@maggotst.pierre2361 hmmmm... Try imagining a video on yt with 1 million views but no likes 🤷‍♀️

@sarnaicoral

3 жыл бұрын

@@maggotst.pierre2361 actually, one of those what's ur opinion video but there is no comments

I have nothing but respect for Chef Masa. The Temaki box is a work of art. Where am I ever going to see an $800.00 sushi box? Let alone eat one? Unless I take out a loan?

I love watching this guy cook and talk about his craft! There is something so satisfying about seeing a master passionate about his art.

I’m crying looking at this. This is a beautiful thing to look at, the tasty selection of Masa’s choosing. Crazy way of takeout and I love Masa’s insight into food!!!!

@718cocochanel

3 жыл бұрын

I started to get slightly emotional watching them in the restaurant together as well

I hope Alvin gets to eat a little, only watching someone eat that irl must be like torture

@emjd2009

3 жыл бұрын

I always thought it was part of the ritual of these things that crew gets the leftovers. I felt let down when she insinuated that she'd eat the rest of it tomorrow (by herself). And I don't care how good the sushi is, its not going to be as good tomorrow. At least not 800 dollars good.

@pinkisaha2618

3 жыл бұрын

@@emjd2009 I think they used to have the leftovers ,see the bts of Worth It Taiwan on Inga's channel. Maybe due to new rules ,who knows?

@Lizhihong

3 жыл бұрын

Well considering the thumbnail has a pic of Alvin eating, he probably got to eat some

@MrKkevin9999

3 жыл бұрын

On the Tag in the packaging you can see it was addressed to Inga and Alvin so most likely he had some.

@emjd2009

3 жыл бұрын

@@MrKkevin9999 But its not the same as seeing Adam get a few bites in as a behind the scenes bit in 'Worth It', is it? It's not very good story telling to bury an important part of the video in a thumbnail or rely on packaging labels.

Catching up on some ATE videos I had missed and what a gift this video is. I could watch multiple hours of Chef Mass sharing his love, passion, and skill. Very informative and Inga does an fantastic job at being informative and relatable in just delighting in the food and explaining what makes it so unique.

that looked incredible! loving this series btw

Inga looks like a little doll on that huge comfy couch.

@MikePhoTravelVlogs

3 жыл бұрын

🤣😂🤣😂🤣

The quality of this channel is just WOW.

Beautiful video, got emotional watching this man putting so much love and effort into his food. What an absolute beast, an inspiration.

Masa is simply a god. Absolutely love this man and his passion. He’s so creative as well. Feeling a lot of envy toward you for getting that meal!

Anyone who knows anything about food has seen that man about a million times and it never gets old I'm absolutely loving this Channel and all the content great job guys!

This is it. This is what I want. Gorgeous cinematography, excellent editing, amazing food, and equally amazing people with truly some of the most interesting, enjoyable, and natural moments and interviews I've seen. Massive props to the whole About To Eat team-your sincerity of interest in every video, along with the lovable "I'm a real person" moments that stay in the cut, makes for some top-tier content that leaves me ravenously wanting more. Can't wait for some merch to come out so we can support y'all even more!

@kgopolomagosi266

2 жыл бұрын

I'm in for the merch

Chef Masa seems like such a genuine guy. Someone that you'd just want to get drinks with and talk about food and life and whatnot. It's a dream to go to his flagship restaurant in New York and be served sushi by him. (:

you can just tell how happy and passionate he his, it shows through the careful consideration and attention to detail that he puts in his food.

"10 points for utility, 20 points for cuteness" me @ Inga whenever she does anything ever

@MikePhoTravelVlogs

3 жыл бұрын

💯💯💯🔥🔥🔥👍

This looks like such an experience, and you really describe it well. Everything about this video is nice. It's well shot, it's well edited, the content is interesting. Good stuff.

This is 1st time I watch this vlog, and I like the way you describe the detail. Also, the Sushi box looks beautiful and delicious. The way Chef Masa put his loving at his food was awesome

Chef Masa, I adore you! It's so lovely seeing and listening to you speak about everything!

I'm excited that the spotlights are not just in LA.... can't wait for you guys to have team members that live in other cities too. Will be nice to see the food culture overall in different places through the US.

i hope to see the b-roll of Alvin eating the sushi and bursting with emotions with every bite in an upcoming episode

I loved this video! Had to wait until today to watch it as we just ordered sushi take away (otherwise it's torture!). Inga might just be the most adorable person on youtube.

How have I never found this channel love it subscribed

Lol at how the tag on the takeaway kit clearly says "Inga & Alvin" so you're definitely expected to share it, Inga! 😆

This was pretty darn amazing, and I don't even like sushi! Chef Masa is so generous and clearly cares about satisfying all the senses. But I must admit that one of the highlights of the episode was Alvin's little chirp when she held up the sushi box. I would have appreciated getting to see him enjoy some of this as well.

@TheDorapapi321

3 жыл бұрын

no more like the idiot who pays 800$ is very generous

This was so enjoyable to watch. Sushi heaven!

The conversation between Inga and chef just feels so familial and warm 🥰

Chef Masa will never cease to amaze me. When I first saw his work on Worth It, I was so inspiring to see his passion and dedication to making food and making his food authentic and delicious.

This person Masa, has brought me to tears. His passion, intricacy and love for the art of making food is just mind-blowing. Him drawing the bento box is the most precious thing ever! I wish to reach this kind of satisfaction from doing what I love. Thankyou so much for making this video and inspiring me.

I love watching people do things that I could never afford to do!

you've convinced me to try this for my birthday. i am so excited!

I would absolutely FRAME that drawing from Chef Masa! I wish I was still in NY...I would save up and buy a box NOW. (also, nice Shooky shirt 🥰)

@orbit354

3 жыл бұрын

I‘d love to live in New York

I mean I could never afford a meal like this, but something like this is definitely goals for year 2 of quarantine birthday.

Inga is so wholesome

This is so satifying to watch! Looks like amazing food!

Don't you love it when Alvin and Inga work on these beatiful creationsss

hands down one of my favourite videos I've watched, EVER. the sushi chef is so incredibly passionate about what he does and radiates so much positivity, the entire staff of the restaurant seem to put so so much care in the food they are serving, and the production quality of this is also phenomenal. i ABSOLUTELY loved this and I would love to go to Chef Masa's (I hope I got the name right) restaurant sometime!

This is amazing! I want it all. Thank you for the inspiration.

This just looks incredible, he’s truly a grand master. 👏🤯

Thank you guys for making the series. My heart ache so much to see everyone in FnB industry struggling so much during pandemic. To see chef's eyes sparkling with passion & love for his art, I'm weak 😭😭

in India there is a language called Marathi so, In Marathi-MASA means fish

@devikaagashe7769

3 жыл бұрын

yeah realised that :)

@juneseongmin

3 жыл бұрын

In Malay, Masa means time time :)

@JohnnyXanax

3 жыл бұрын

Hmmmmmm....fish enriched with lead, mercury and a dash of human feces. People are gonna think i am dumping a bucket of water in the toilet. Game over when the stank reaches their nose. I aint going to jail for manslaughter.

@devikaagashe7769

3 жыл бұрын

@@JohnnyXanax wat

@thegoodwitchluzura

3 жыл бұрын

@ Devika Agashe Just report Johnny.

Wow. That looked amazing!! The care that the chef put into the entire thing was breathtaking. My mouth was watering the whole time. 🤤 🍱

I loved watching this! I felt like I was right there with you while Chef Masa cut everything, down to you having it spread out on the table. It was as if I could smell and taste each item too. Thanks for this. I will never be able to afford a sushi box like this - but I sure felt like I almost had one, Lol. Great video.

This felt so decadent, what amazing thought he puts into everything! Honestly, I would frame the drawing he did lol. The colors, the design, the flavors must be amazing. Just watching this I felt like I was walking around Tiffany's with a glass of champagne in hand. Very excited for this series!

I was waiting for Alvin to try the sushi :(

this video feels like a well written essay. inga's use of formal language and imagery to convey how the food tastes is immaculate. the wording and everything sounds very deliberate and well written.

This is work of Art. I am truly impressed by the way the master is preparing the 'take away' box. Make me want to fly to NY now. (from Australia).

What a beautiful man, that chef Masa! His thoughtfulness and care almost moved me to tears!

Holy cow, Inga! You're going to kill us with how exquisite everything looked-I'm so jealous watching you eat every morsel. Thanks for the incredible vid! (Hoping that Alvin and Andrew got to sample some, too!)

The handwritten note in the box, adds such 'treasure'.

i have never been so hungry because of a video it’s always ALWAYS sushi that gets me like this. sushi and dumplings, i would die for them

If alvin and inga are just best friends, they'd be laughing so hard when they see the ship comments 😂😂😂

@Diana45251

3 жыл бұрын

Excatly

@blighticus

3 жыл бұрын

Laughing hard, then look at eachother and say "unless..?"

@justanerd414

3 жыл бұрын

@@blighticus "haha look at these people thinking we're dating, haha..... unless?"

I want to see an interaction between Chef Masa and Chef Motokichi. They're both very wholesome in their own way.

@krishawarma

3 жыл бұрын

A DREAM

I love watching people talk about and do the things they love

I don't know how Alvin coped just staring at Inga eating the sushi lol

That sunlight that reflects of Inga and the sushi box is so pleasing

im so profoundly comforted by the shooting, editing and aesthetic of this video its just The Vibes

I am in love with this channel

the unboxing is so satisfying

Please tell me someone fed the Alvin.

@Lizhihong

3 жыл бұрын

Probably ate some of the sushi since there’s a pic of him eating in the thumbnail

@ThydaCookingTV

3 жыл бұрын

Yes 👍

The presentation for a take out meal is so beautiful. It really does seem like a gift! And multiple meals’ worth ?! Bonus!

lmao i like seeing how she's so excited and in awe of the food the sushi box and this video itself seems like there has been a lot of work put into it as well very nice

What an absolutely lovely man! I wish I lived close so I could go to his restaurant. I love the videos that look at one specific place or chef.

I dunno why i’m criin just because i see a chef that really passionate about his food😭 also hands down to the editor cause the color grading is 💯

I was wondering why the chef seemed so familiar. He was also on the burger episode of worth it!

@Rayvana

3 жыл бұрын

He did a whole episode with Anthony Bourdain visiting Japan. Chef Masa is a legend

@sygyzy

3 жыл бұрын

He's also an incredibly well known chef.

@tracestark5742

3 жыл бұрын

He is also on a an eater episode with his burger with the guys from "meat hook". Also, when he was doing the Toro scraping in this video, they used the footage from the Sushi and Burger episode with Andrew and Steven.

@ThydaCookingTV

3 жыл бұрын

Yes me too wonder

@MikePhoTravelVlogs

3 жыл бұрын

💯💯💯🔥🔥🔥😂🤣

Loved the video!

How did the shrimp and purée magically transform into noodles

@Peechiness

3 жыл бұрын

how did your eyes not see that it wasn't the shrimp and puree he put in the pot, but the premade noodles he made. your mind was magically imagining things.