[He gives a rueful little smile as his gaze returns to his own plate and he twirls pasta around his fork.]

Boundaries are important to you. I understand.

[He had certainly put a great deal of effort into respecting them, until things had gotten heated and he'd lost himself for a moment.]

It's an important life skill, but I also find cooking to be particularly relaxing. It's a science and art all at once— but more than that, I like to eat well. Saves a lot of trouble to be able to ensure I do so myself.