Ep 2. Fried Chicken Breast with Cheese
- October 31, 2019
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8.0 (86)
In season 2 episode 2 of Midnight Diner: Tokyo Stories, titled "Fried Chicken Breast with Cheese," the focus is on the owner of a nearby small convenience store, Sato-san.
Sato-san is a regular customer of Midnight Diner, and he often comes by to chat and have a snack. His store is struggling, and he is always looking for ways to improve his sales. Sato-san has tried many different things, but nothing seems to work.
One day, he comes to Midnight Diner with a new idea. He wants to make fried chicken breast with cheese, a dish that he thinks will be a hit with his customers. However, he has never cooked this dish before, and he needs the help of the Master to perfect the recipe.
The Master agrees to help Sato-san, and together they spend the night cooking and tasting different versions of fried chicken breast with cheese. They try different types of cheese, different batters, and different frying methods until they finally find the perfect combination.
Throughout the episode, we learn more about Sato-san's struggles and his devotion to his store. We also learn about his family, including his daughter who is studying abroad in the United States. Sato-san worries about his daughter, and he wishes that she could come home soon.
As the night goes on, more customers come to Midnight Diner, all looking for the famed fried chicken breast with cheese. Sato-san is nervous that they won't like it, but to his relief, it is a big hit. The dish becomes so popular that Sato-san's store finally starts to turn a profit.
In the end, Sato-san thanks the Master for his help and leaves with a renewed sense of hope for his store. The episode closes with a shot of Sato-san's store, now bustling with customers enjoying his new menu item.
Overall, "Fried Chicken Breast with Cheese" is a heartwarming episode that touches on themes of family, perseverance, and the power of a delicious dish to bring people together. It showcases the Master's skill and kindness, as well as the resilience of Sato-san and his small business.
