*A March/April 2023 Indie Next Pick*

*A Junior Library Guild Selection*

"A fun and lively book about putting your own spin on traditional ramen!"

– Andrea Wang, Newbery Honor-winning author of Magic Ramen and Watercress

"Get ready for ramen, handmade to order and delightful to devour! . . . Tanumihardja’s simple yet evocative prose draws readers into the drama and tension of the ramen making and brings to life Hiro’s loving, understanding family. . . . A celebration of the complexity and care that go into making this Japanese staple."

– Kirkus Reviews

“A story that is as warm, rich and hearty as ramen itself!”

– Charlene Chua, illustrator of Amy Wu and the Perfect Bao

"A hearty serving of Japanese cuisine, resilience, and family fun."

– Booklist

"Tanumihardja’s picture book debut encouragingly, practically shows how much hard work goes into the food’s preparation, leaving room for Hiro to try, try again, and at last put a personal spin on the traditional dish. Pate’s sumi ink, pencil, and digital illustrations reproduce packaged ramen’s colorful, cartoony designs, establishing a cheerfully chaotic tone across action-oriented panels."

– Publishers Weekly