Books in Let's Look series

Egg-fried rice, pork dumplings, hot and sour soup—who wants Chinese tonight? In this delightful and delicious volume, readers are invited to prepare some of the tastiest food in the world for their family and friends as well as discover more about the geography, climate, and many peoples of this expansive country. Each recipe includes a list of ingredients followed by step-by-step instructions and instructive photographs. Young cooks will also come to understand why these foods are so prevalent in China, with the help of cultural insights and “Did You Know?” info boxes.

Japanese food reflects much about the country of Japan and its culture, and in this impressive book, readers are invited to learn as much as possible about the island nation as they don their aprons. Easy Japanese recipes such as shrimp tempura, vegetarian sushi, and green tea ice cream encourage young chefs to explore the delicacies of Japan with their taste buds, while interesting information is offered about what it’s like to live there, including its geography and cultural traditions. If an excursion to Japan isn’t possible, this fun book is the next best thing!