This year, the Summer 2025 anime season was packed. There were anime like Kaiju No. 8 Season 2, newly anticipated shounen like Gachiakuta, the return of fan-favourite popular anime Grand Blue and much more, which was a true feast for anime fans. With such a stacked lineup, it was easy for smaller titles to get overshadowed. Yet, there was one anime which was by a well-known author and also had an underrated concept, anime aired and went silently in the shadows.
So let’s talk about Fermat Kitchen, whose japanese name is Fermat no Ryouri:
Fermat Kitchen (Japanese Name: Fermat no Ryouri, Also Known As: Cuisson dans le Fermat) is a cooking anime based on the manga by Yuugo Kobayashi, best known for the popular sports manga, Ao Ashi. Naturally, fans of Ao Ashi were curious to see how Kobayashi’s grounded realism would translate into the world of cooking and he didn’t disappoint.
The Basic Plot
The anime follows Gaku Kitada, a math genius who truly loves solving problems. But during the Math Olympiad in high school, Gaku freezes under pressure. He doesn’t even attempt the exam.
Unlike many anime where the main character fights through fear, Fermat’s Cuisine shows the other side, when someone simply breaks under pressure. Sometimes, people lose the joy of what they love because of the expectations around them.
After this, Gaku’s scholarship gets cancelled, and he’s forced to work in the school cafeteria. That’s where he meets Kai Asakura, a talented chef who changes Gaku’s path completely. Kai tastes Gaku’s simple Napolitan and sees something special in him.
A Mix of Math and Cooking
From there, the anime takes an interesting turn. It blends mathematics and cooking together in a way that feels fresh and creative. Gaku starts applying formulas and logical thinking to his dishes. He observes, calculates, and recreates recipes by breaking them down, almost like solving an equation. When he eats a new dish, his mind automatically tries to find out how it was made using mathematical formulas.
It’s a fun idea that makes the show stand out. This anime is not for everyone, but if you enjoy curiosity and problem-solving, it’s easy to binge in one go.
The biggest strength of Fermat’s Cuisine is its realism. Just like Ao Ashi, it feels grounded in reality, whether it’s the kitchen setting or the emotional struggles of the characters. Gaku’s growth is satisfying to watch, and the story keeps you curious about what he’ll cook next.
The characters are good overall, but some could have gotten more screen time. The focus stays mostly on Gaku, which isn’t bad.
The animation is decent. The food looks great, but the overall visual quality feels a little underwhelming at times. Still, the direction and the way cooking is presented make it enjoyable to watch.
Final Thoughts
Fermat’s Cuisine isn’t like Food Wars!, there are no over-the-top reactions or flashy drama. Instead, it’s quiet, smart, and realistic. It’s about finding passion again through logic and creativity. Even though the story ends with some parts feeling incomplete, it leaves you hoping for a second season.
If you love cooking, math, or simply want something refreshing and different from the usual anime, Fermat’s Cuisine is worth watching. It’s a calm, thoughtful show that reminds us how logic and passion can create something beautiful — both in the kitchen and in life.
Otaku Mantra gives Fermat’s Cuisine a solid 3.3/5 stars for its refreshing concept, grounded storytelling, and the unique blend of logic and flavour.
