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Oishisou!! The Ultimate Anime Dessert Cookbook

Illustrated by Monique Narboneta Zosa
Published by Insight Editions
Distributed by Simon & Schuster

About The Book

Snack your way through the colorful world of anime with over sixty delicious dessert recipes inspired by your favorite Japanese animated shows and movies.

The world of anime comes to life in your kitchen with this adorable cookbook featuring over sixty recipes for desserts and treats inspired by the unique culture and motifs of this iconic Japanese art form. Recipes include traditional Japanese favorites (such as taiyaki and melon pan), memorable dishes depicted in popular shows (such as Rare Cheesecake from Cardcaptor Sakura: Clear Card and Hishi Mochi from Shirokuma Cafe), and foods inspired by classic anime tropes and imagery (such as Valentine’s Day Chocolates and Christmas Cake). Fans will be delighted to create and savor sweets and pastries featured in their beloved shows, as well as learning about the origins of these iconic confections. Featuring gorgeous food photography, Oishisou!! The Ultimate Anime Dessert Cookbook is the perfect gift for foodies, lovers of Japanese culture, and anime fans everywhere.

60+ RECIPES: Dozens of recipes for delicious desserts and pastries featured in a wide variety of anime series, all drawn directly from the unique confectionary cultures of Japanese festivals, bakeries, candy shops, cafes, and more!

AUTHENTIC ANIME INSPIRATION: Learn to make the same mouth watering treats enjoyed by fan-favorite characters in some of your favorite Japanese animated shows and films.

FOR BEGINNERS AND BEYOND: Easy-to-follow instructions make it simple for chefs of every skill level to make anime-inspired sweets.

FILLED WITH GORGEOUS PHOTOS: Oishisou!! (pronounced "OH-ee-she-so") means “That looks tasty!” The stunning photos throughout this cookbook celebrate the artistry of these recipes, highlighting unique treats and sweets that look absolutely delicious.

PERFECT GIFT FOR ANIME AND MANGA FANS: Oishisou!! The Ultimate Anime Dessert Cookbook is a fantastic gift for anime and manga enthusiasts, as well as fans of Japanese-inspired pastries and sweets.

About The Author

About The Illustrator

Monique “Mo” Narboneta Zosa is an LA-based graphic designer and (more recently) illustrator by trade. From selling fan art at anime conventions in 2012 to publishing her first printed “doodles” in DC Comics’ Harley’s Little Black Book in 2017, illustration has been an enduring aspect of her design career. In 2021, Mo helped to elevate the voice of Sakura Kasugano in Insight Edition’s Street Fighter: The Official Street Food Cookbook by sprinkling her emoji-style illustrations and other drawings throughout the book. Oishisou!!: The Ultimate Anime Dessert Cookbook marks Mo’s official debut as an illustrator, giving her the opportunity to combine her love of anime, design, and illustration into one delicious publication. Fun fact: Mo’s favorite anime of all time is Tiger and Bunny! Check out more of her work at: monarboneta.com.

Product Details

  • Publisher: Insight Editions (June 14, 2022)
  • Length: 128 pages
  • ISBN13: 9781647225681

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