Graphic Novels
November 2020
Let's Eat
Cook Korean! : a comic book with recipes
by Robin Ha

"A charming introduction to the basics of Korean cooking in graphic novel form, with 64 recipes, ingredient profiles, and more, presented through light-hearted comics. Playful and instructive, Cook Korean! is the intersection of cookbook and graphic novel in one easy-to-use package dedicated to this increasingly popular Asian cuisine. Illustrator Robin Ha presents colorful, humorous comics that fully illustrate all the steps and ingredients necessary for all 64 recipes in a clear, concise presentation(with no more than 2 pages per recipe on average). Recipes featured include Easy Kimchi (Makkimchi), Spicy Bok Choy (Cheonggyeongche Muchim), and Seaweed Rice Roll (Kimbap), among many other dishes. Each chapter includes personal anecdotes and cultural insights from Ha, providing an intimate entry point for those looking to try their hand at this cuisine. Perfect for beginners and seasoned cooks alike, Cook Korean! is accessible, fun, and inviting"
Relish : my life in the kitchen
by Lucy Knisley

A graphically illustrated, recipe-complemented memoir by the indie cartoonist author of French Milk describes her food-enriched youth as the daughter of a chef and a gourmet, key memories that were marked by special meals and the ways in which cooking has imparted valuable life lessons. Original.
To Drink and to Eat 1 : Tastes and Tales from a French Kitchen
by Guillaume Long

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Meal
by Blue Delliquanti

Determined to make her mark on the culinary world with her bug-based cuisine, young chef Yarrow meets resistance from her personal hero, executive chef Chanda, who is suspicious of this upstart's attempt to turn her traditions into the next trend
Hot dog taste test
by Lisa Hanawalt

A collection of the author's humorous comics dissects the foodie subculture, relationships, and pop culture
Let's make ramen! : a comic book cookbook
by Hugh Amano

Playful and instructive, this hybrid cookbook/graphic novel introduces the history of ramen and provides more than 40 recipes for everything you need to make the perfect bowl at home including tares, broths, noodles, and toppings. Authors Hugh Amano and Sarah Becan present colorful, humorous, and easy-to-follow comics that fully illustrate the necessary steps and ingredients for delicious homemade ramen. Along the way, they share preparation shortcuts that make weeknight ramen a reality; provide meaty tidbits on Japanese culinary traditions; and feature words of wisdom, personal anecdotes, and cultural insights from eminent ramen figures such as chef Ivan Orkin and Ramen Adventures' Brian MacDuckston. Recipes include broths like Shio, Shoyu, Miso, and Tonkotsu, components such as Onsen Eggs, Chashu, and Menma, and offshoots like Mazemen, Tsukemen, and Yakisoba. Ideal for beginners, seasoned cooks, and armchair chefs alike, this comic book cookbook is an accessible, fun, and inviting introduction to one of Japan's most popular and iconic dishes.
Cook anime : eat like your favorite character--from Bento to Yakisoba
by Diana Ault

Featuring history, culture, tips and more, this practical guide to anime food shows readers what their favorite characters are savoring and sharing — from bento to yakisoba — and then teaches them how to make it at home. 50,000 first printing. Illustrations.
Anthony Bourdain's hungry ghosts
by Anthony Bourdain

"An anthology of horror comics featuring food as a common theme"
The comic book story of beer : the world's favorite beverage from 7000 BC to today's craft brewing revolution
by Jonathan Hennessey

Reveals how beer has been a driving force in humankind's development throughout world history starting around 7000 B.C. to the popularity of craft beer today
Marvel eat the universe : the official cookbook
by Justin Warner

Celebrity chef and winner of Food Network Star Season 8 offers creative dishes inspired by Marvel’s hero, including Phoenix Hot Chicken and Egg Bowl, Hulk Smashed Potatoes, Storm’s Tournedos and Green Goblin Pumpkin Bombs. 50,000 first printing. Illustrations.
Japanese cooking with manga : easy recipes your friends will love!
by Alexis Aldeguer

Educational and entertaining, this graphic novel-esque guide to Japanese cooking and culture features simple, step-by-step food recipes that are accompanied by hand-drawn illustrations and commentary on each page. Original.
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