Kataklysm's Maurizio Iacono & Chef Brian Tsao Create the Ultimate Metal Sandwich in Brooklyn! (2026)

In a unique culinary fusion of heavy metal and gastronomy, Kataklysm's lead vocalist Maurizio Iacono and chef Brian Tsao have crafted a sandwich that's as intense as their music! But wait, what's the connection between metal and food?

Iacono and Tsao joined forces at Mission Sandwich Social in Brooklyn to create a culinary masterpiece, blending Iacono's Italian heritage with a modern twist. The result? A sandwich that packs a punch, both in flavor and presentation. Imagine a fiery, mouth-watering creation, perhaps with a hint of Salt Bae's flair, served alongside the thunderous rhythms of Kataklysm. This collaboration is a feast for both the taste buds and the ears!

But that's not all! As fans eagerly await this culinary delight, Kataklysm is gearing up for their 'Freedom or Death Tour' across Europe. And this is where the metal truly meets the road. The tour promises an epic journey, starting in Paris on February 18th, and featuring support from Vader and Blood Red Throne. Get ready for an unforgettable experience as they bring their signature sound to iconic venues like La Machine du Moulin Rouge in Paris and O2 Academy Islington in London.

Here's the full tour schedule:

  • 02/18 - Paris, FR - La Machine du Moulin Rouge
  • 02/20 - Wolverhampton, UK - KK's Steel Mill
  • 02/21 - Glasgow, UK - Slay
  • 02/22 - Manchester, UK - Academy 2
  • 02/23 - London, UK - O2 Academy Islington
  • 02/25 - Rennes, FR - L'Etage
  • 02/26 - Toulouse, FR - Le Bikini
  • 02/27 - Madrid, ES - Sala Mon
  • 02/28 - Pamplona, ES - Sala Totem
  • 03/01 - Barcelona, ES - Razzmatazz 2
  • 03/03 - Geneva, CH - L'Usine
  • 03/04 - Milan, IT - Legend Club
  • 03/05 - Ljubljana, SI - Kino Siska
  • 03/06 - Brno, CZ - Fleda
  • 03/07 - Kosice, SK - Colloseum
  • 03/08 - Budapest, HU - Barba Negra Blue Stage
  • 03/10 - Vienna, AT - SimmCity
  • 03/11 - Munich, DE - Backstage Werk
  • 03/12 - Heidelberg, DE - Halle 02
  • 03/13 - Memmingen, DE - Kaminwerk
  • 03/14 - Pratteln, CH - Z7
  • 03/15 - Trier, DE - Forum
  • 03/17 - Antwerp, BE - Trix
  • 03/18 - Hamburg, DE - Markthalle
  • 03/19 - Copenhagen, DK - Pumpehuset
  • 03/20 - Berlin, DE - Festsaal Kreuzberg
  • 03/21 - Leipzig, DE - Hellraiser
  • 03/22 - Bochum, DE - Zeche
  • 03/24 - Frankfurt, DE - Batschkapp
  • 03/25 - Braunschweig, DE - Westand
  • 03/26 - Leiden, NL - Gebr. De Nobel
  • 03/27 - Bamberg, DE - Brose Arena

So, what's your take on this unusual collaboration? Are you intrigued by the idea of a metal-inspired sandwich? And how about the tour? Will you be joining the mosh pit at one of these venues? Let's discuss in the comments below!

Kataklysm's Maurizio Iacono & Chef Brian Tsao Create the Ultimate Metal Sandwich in Brooklyn! (2026)
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