One Hundred and Twenty-Fifth Collection

Tradicional Sichuan Hotpot

Photo for the restaurant Shoo Loong Kan Lisboa

Octopus in a traditional earthenware vessel.

Chocolate in its best light! A variety of flavors, textures, and colors in the world of chocolate.

Matcha and domyoji rice cakes, beautifully presented on an antique Ko-Imari porcelain plate.

One of my Manhattan variations, marrying my love of architectural elements, via this wonderful geometric inverted surface with the gorgeous design of the glassware.

Risotto ai funghi

I had such a blissful time enjoying Peninsula Hotel cookies and white tea while admiring the cherry blossoms.

Flying Pasta

Freshly baked croissants displaying a flaky texture with coffee, chocolate hazelnut spread, and berry jam offering a delicious and inviting breakfast experience on a dark wooden table with tulips

The purple hues and the texture of the red cabbage leaves needed some drama, so I created it. Simple, dark, and moody setup to make the cabbage the hero.

Grilled pluma, served on a pecorino fondue with smoked potato and drops of tomato.
This image was created at Bracerie Venete, a long standing client of mine and widely regarded as one of the finest steak restaurants in my region.

The goal was to shape a warm yet slightly mysterious atmosphere, with the light carefully directed to emphasize the hand and the key elements of the dish, enhancing both texture and depth.

A rustic loaf sits in quiet shadow, its cracked, blistered crust catching a soft, directional light. The low-key setup emphasizes texture and contrast, turning the bread into something almost sculptural. A knife and scattered newspaper add a subtle, everyday narrative, while the dark background keeps the focus on mood and form.