Can a single object hold 20 years of waiting? For as long as I can remember, I’ve had one big, quiet dream. I’m a foodlover and cookbooks author, and my life revolves around preserving culinary heritage, authentic recipes, and the stories behind the food we eat. For two decades, I dreamed of owning a real, authentic Japanese Damascus steel knife. Not a mass-market version from an online store, but a true piece of craft, forged by a master who poured soul into the metal. But life kept moving, and the perfect moment never seemed to arrive. Until recently. This is a story about how digital spaces can create real-world magic. Sometimes we use Facebook just to scroll, but occasionally, it does something beautiful, it connects souls. A short while ago, I connected here with a wonderful woman from Japan named Mami. We didn’t know each other for long, but we bonded instantly over our shared passion and understanding of craftsmanship. When I deeply and embarrassingly admitted to her that owning a real Japanese knife was my 20-year dream, she did something incredible. Mami didn't just listen; she stepped into my dream. A few days ago, she walked into the historic knife shops of Kyoto, consulted with the local masters, and used her incredible expertise to choose the absolute perfect Damascus Gyuto knife for me. And then, she brought it across the ocean. Turn on the sound and watch the video. This is the exact moment I unboxed it and made the very first cut. The weight, the balance, the way it glides through everything like air, it’s not just a tool. It’s an art form. Mami, my dear friend, I don't have enough words to thank you. You didn't just bring me a knife from Japan; you made a 20-year-old dream come true. Thank you, Facebook, for bringing the right people into my life at the exact right time. Live full, eat slow, and never stop believing in the magic of connection.

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► Full test in Multihulls World N°197: https://www.multihulls-world.com/review/catamaran/lagoon-60-a-palace-puts-to-sea ► Two years: that’s how long it’s taken to complete the Lagoon 60 project from A to Z - the replacement for the emblematic 630, that has seen unrivalled success in this size of catamaran (169 sailing models and another 58 examples of the 630 MY, the power version!). Seeking to ride a powerful wave of events motivated by the celebration of the shipyard’s 40th anniversary, Lagoon organized a world premiere event at home, at one of the Bordeaux yard’s platforms, where all models over 50 feet are built. The waterfront event was intended to be festive and even celebratory, with the presence of former international basketball player Boris Diaw, the brand’s ambassador. Lagoon also took the opportunity to showcase their full range of 40 to 77-foot yachts, both afloat and ashore. In terms of outline, the new 60-foot model, as ever signed by VPLP, presents a silhouette relatively similar to that of the 55, except that the sail plan uses the overlapping genoa of the latest 51. The main innovation on deck concerns the aft cockpit, literally transformed into a beach club by eliminating the traditional bench seat. This enormous surface area is further enlarged by an aft platform and fold-down bulwarks. As for relaxation space, the forward cockpit and huge flybridge, equipped with a full galley, are not to be outdone. For the interior, the designers have managed to ensure totally flush circulation from one cockpit to the other, including of course the nacelle - a floor without steps, and that changes everything! We've already booked our sea trial of the Lagoon 60, which will be undertaken off Palma de Mallorca in June - stay tuned! ► Builder: Lagoon Architect: VPLP Design Exterior design: Patrick le Quément Interior design: Nauta Design Length overall: 59’11” (18.27 m) Beam: 32’5” (9.87 m) Draft: 5’5” (1.65 m) Air draft: 98’ (30 m) Light displacement (CE): 70,560 lbs (32 t) Upwind sail area: 2,571 sq ft (239 m²) Mainsail: 1,603 sq ft (149 m²) Genoa: 968 sq ft (90 m²) Motors: 2 x 150 HP Fuel: 343 US gal (1,300 l) Water: 254 US gal (960 l) Berths: 8 to 14 CE Category: A: 14 / B: 14 / C: 20 / D: 20 www.catamarans-lagoon.com ► Become a FREE SUBSCRIBER to Multihulls World's YouTube page now - https://www.youtube.com/c/MultihullsWorld ► Log on to our website to discover over 500 multihulls tests! Subscribe to our newsletter to take advantage of our promotions and boat show invitations! https://www.multihulls-world.com/ ► Follow us on Facebook! https://m.facebook.com/MultihullsWorldMag/?locale2=fr_FR ► Discover us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/multihulls_world/ ► Follow our multi news on X https://twitter.com/multihullsworld?lang=fr ► Let’s talk about business https://www.linkedin.com/company/multicoques-mag-multihulls-world/ ► Like us on TikTok! https://www.tiktok.com/@multihullsworldmag @LagoonCatamarans1984 #lagoon #emmanuelvandeth #lagooncatamarans #lagoon60 #lagoonshipyard #borisdiaw #multicoquesmag #multihullsworld #catamaran #multihull #multicoque #thomasgailly @vplpdesign #vplp #mathilderaoul #fredsignat #yannmasselot #gianguidogirotti #worldpremiere #bordeaux

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We're on a journey to make sailing inclusive for everyone 🚀 Check out our new plan, #SteeringTheCourse, to see our targets for gender equity on and off the water 🌊 Download the plan via our link in bio 🔗 #Sailing #GenderEquity #WomenInSailing

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