"Food Wars!: Shokugeki no Soma" is a Japanese manga and anime series created by Yūto Tsukuda and illustrated by Shun Saeki. The story follows Sōma Yukihira, a young and ambitious chef who enrolls in the prestigious Totsuki Culinary Academy, known for its intense cooking competitions called Shokugeki. At Totsuki, Sōma faces off against talented chefs in high-stakes culinary battles, where the winner earns respect and the loser's culinary dreams are at risk. The series combines elements of cooking, competition, and friendship, showcasing various cooking techniques and dishes throughout its engaging narrative.