Mateo Garcia

Meet Mateo Garcia

I'm Mateo, and I'm obsessed with the "punch" of flavor. Growing up in a family where every meal was an event, I learned early on that spices and marinades are the soul of cooking. I'm not afraid to break tradition—I'll put kimchi on a burger or use a coffee rub on chicken wings if it tastes good.

My Culinary Philosophy

• The Maillard Reaction: I'm a crusader for the perfect sear. Whether it's a steak or a smash burger, that brown crust is where the flavor lives.
• Bold Combinations: I love mixing sweet, heat, acid, and salt. My recipes are rarely subtle, but they're always balanced.
• Texture Matters: Crunch, snap, melt—I design my burgers and bites to have it all.

My Experience

I spent my 20s experimenting with every type of grill I could get my hands on. While I love outdoor grilling, I'm also a master of the cast-iron skillet, which I believe is the only way to make a true smash burger. I'm here to help you get confident with high heat and bold spices.

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