Perry’s James Beard-Winning Japanese Chef Credits Mom for Cooking Skills | Eater DC
"At her first professional gig the chef demonstrated a playful, boundary-pushing take on traditional Japanese dishes, notably an okonomiyaki topped with black garlic aioli and prosciutto that blends classic technique with non-Japanese ingredients. This early work showcased her willingness to experiment and reinterpret comfort-food classics." - Emily Venezky
