*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! . . . Tanumihardjas simple yet evocative prose draws readers into the drama and tension of the ramen making and brings to life Hiros 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 * "Tanumihardjas picture book debut encouragingly, practically shows how much hard work goes into the foods preparation, leaving room for Hiro to try, try again, and at last put a personal spin on the traditional dish. Pates sumi ink, pencil, and digital illustrations reproduce packaged ramens colorful, cartoony designs, establishing a cheerfully chaotic tone across action-oriented panels." * Publishers Weekly *