{"product_id":"the-discovery-of-ramen-the-asian-hall-of-fame-hardcover","title":"The Discovery of Ramen: The Asian Hall of Fame - Hardcover","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003ePhil Amara\u003c\/b\u003e (Author), \u003cb\u003eOliver Chin\u003c\/b\u003e (Author), \u003cb\u003eJuan Calle\u003c\/b\u003e (Artist)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003e Enjoy the first English children's picture book on how Japan's ramen noodles were created  Amazingly illustrated, this storybook features a glossary of Japanese terms. \u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e This is the first adventure in our series on cool inventions created in Asia. The cute red panda Dao makes history come alive by transporting the kids Emma and Ethan back in time. Together they learn how fantastic creations came to be and zip back to the future  This dynamic journey explores the invention of ramen. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e This quest is like \u003ci\u003eChef's Table\u003c\/i\u003e meets \u003ci\u003eBack to the Future\u003c\/i\u003e  The trio begins their trip in 1800's Japan. They travel from the unpaved streets where pushcart vendors cooked to the growing capital of Tokyo. They witness the rise of instant ramen, Momofuku Ando's Nissin cup of noodles, and now four star restaurants and celebrity chefs. Along the way, Dao and the kids visit ramen factories and museums and even zoom to outer space  Kids and educators will appreciate the story's comprehensive scope and Japanese glossary.  \u003cp\u003e Since nearly every city has a ramen restaurant, adults and kids will enjoy learning how their favorite noodles are made  Readers will discover how chefs use different broths and ingredients to boost the special flavor of umami (the savory fifth taste) to make delicious noodle soups. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Along the way, teachers and librarians will appreciate how students eagerly absorb Japanese food history, culinary culture, and key words. Fans of cooking shows and home cooks will delight in the dynamic artwork which render tasty dishes in mouthwatering color to the point where you can smell the aroma coming off the printed pages. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \"Perhaps no dish says more about our hunger for Asian food today than ramen. This delightful tale shares the story of how this iconic noodle journeyed from China to worldwide acclaim as both comfort food and instant grub, beloved by bellies of all ages. Thanks for spreading awareness of Asian culture through its delicious cuisine \" \u003cbr\u003e -- Danielle Chang, Founder of Luckyrice (www.luckyrice.com) and Creator of PBS TV series \u003ci\u003eLucky Chow\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ch3\u003eBack Jacket\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePerhaps no dish says more about our hunger for Asian food today than ramen. This delightful tale shares the story of how this iconic noodle journeyed from China to worldwide acclaim as both comfort food and instant grub, beloved by bellies of all ages. Thanks for spreading awareness of Asian culture through its delicious cuisine! -- Danielle Chang, Founder of Luckyrice and Creator of PBS TV series Lucky Chow \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \"Kids won't realize how much they're learning as they surf, fly, and slurp their way along the magical ramen trail in this dynamic, fun, and fact-packed story.\" -- Dr. Marjorie Coughlan, Editor, Mirrors Windows Doors \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\"A cross-cultural gem! What a creative and wonderful way to share history, culture and food. The delightful story and the adorable characters keep youngsters engaged from cover to cover.\"-- Lori Matoba, Deputy Director, Japanese Cultural and Community Center of Northern California \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePhil Amara was an editor at Kitchen Sink Press and Dark Horse Comics, and writer of the The Nevermen comic book series and the book So, You Wanna Be A Comic Book Artist?: How To Break Into Comics! The Ultimate Guide For Kids. Currently he is a elementary school teacher in Massachusetts. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eOliver Chin is the author of the popular annual children's book series Tales from the Chinese Zodiac. This remains the only series in English on the animals of the Lunar New Year, which is increasingly celebrated worldwide. He presents at schools, libraries, and museums nationwide and teaches artists of all ages how to create their own comic books. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eJuan Calle is a Science illustrator from UC Santa Cruz, and art director at Liberum Donum Studios, based in Bogotá, Colombia. Juan created Immedium's children's book Good Dream, Bad Dream and illustrated The Year of the Rooster. Liberum Donum has worked for Weldon Owen publishing and Capstone Press, on titles for young audiences such as Show me How series, Papermania!, How to be a Werewolf, How to be a Zombie, and How to Draw Incredible Dinosaurs. The team works for the advertising and entertainment industry, and creates 2D and 3D animation for movies and TV, and visual development and concept art for video games.\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 40\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.3 x 10.1 x 9.8 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIllustrated:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e November 14, 2017\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51770938327328,"sku":"9781597021340","price":16.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9764\/5344\/files\/d5693844ebabc4d30fc28ee77a62d449.webp?v=1780381083","url":"https:\/\/ebocreations.com\/products\/the-discovery-of-ramen-the-asian-hall-of-fame-hardcover","provider":"The E-Book Oasis LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}