5 Most Popular Manga Recommendations about the Culinary World, Must Read!

Kapanlagi.com - Manga offers various interesting genres. One of them is the culinary theme. Although often associated with cooking scenes, the culinary genre in manga is able to combine dramatic elements, romance, and even adventure into one story.

This genre introduces interesting storylines about the world of cooking. In addition, it can expand knowledge about Japanese cuisine.

The uniqueness of culinary manga lies in its different narrative from other anime genres. It tells exciting and inspiring stories about the culinary world, such as dreams of becoming a chef or culinary entrepreneur.

Then readers are presented with various interesting recipes. This manga is not only entertainment, but also a source of inspiration to try various delicious recipes.

Curious about the most popular culinary manga recommendations? Let's find out more below, which has been summarized from various sources, on Thursday (21/12/2023).

1. Cooking Master Boy (Chuka Ichiban!)

The manga titled Cooking Master Boy (credit: goodreads.com)

The manga titled 'Cooking Master Boy' tells the story of a boy named Liu Mao Hsing who dreams of becoming the greatest chef in China.

Written by Etsushi Ogawa, this manga takes readers on Liu Mao Hsing's adventure as he explores the entire Chinese mainland to realize his dream.

Mao, who is still very young, shows incredible cooking skills. His talent is inherited from his parents, who are also famous chefs.

With the support of his loved ones, Mao strives hard to achieve the title of the best chef. This manga also showcases traditional Chinese cuisine.

2. Shokugeki no Souma

Manga titled Shokugeki no Souma (credit: goodreads.com)

'Shokugeki no Soma' tells the journey of Souma Yukihira, the main character with excellent cooking skills.

Helping his father work at a restaurant has been his routine since childhood. Souma is determined to surpass his father's cooking skills.

Then, Souma is enrolled in a special chef academy called Totsuki Culinary Academy. He meets various students with exceptional cooking talents.

This manga showcases thrilling battles among the student chefs. Each character competes in presenting delicious and innovative dishes.

3. Addicted to Curry

Manga titled Addicted to Curry (credit: wikipedia)

Then there is the manga Addicted to Curry which tells the story of a young man who loves curry dishes.

Makito Koenji is the main character in this manga written by Kazuki Funatsu. After graduating from school, Makito works as a chef at a famous curry restaurant.

This manga is full of culinary adventures by Makito. He tirelessly works in various curry restaurants. In addition, Makito competes with famous chefs and tries various recipes. With strong determination, he is committed to serving the best curry ever.

4. Yakitate!! Japan

Manga titled Yakitate!! Japan (credit: goodreads.com)

Next, there is the manga 'Yakitate!! Japan' written by Takashi Hashiguchi. This manga portrays the struggle of Azuma Kazuma, a bread lover. He aspires to become a famous bread maker.

In order to achieve his dreams, he works at the bakery 'Pantasia,' one of the best bakeries in Japan. He decides to learn how to make Japanese bread in Tokyo with a famous chef.

However, it is not easy for Azuma as he has to pass several difficult tests. Despite experiencing failures, luck eventually favors Azuma. At that time, the grandson of the owner of Pantasia recognizes his extraordinary talent.

5. Toriko

Manga titled Toriko (credit: gramedia.com)

Next, there is a manga by Mitsutoshi Shimabukuro titled 'Toriko.' This manga introduces readers to a unique and interesting world, namely the Gourmet world.

This world is filled with complete food and adventurous wonders. Following the main character named Toriko, a bishoku-ya, or a gourmet food hunter.

This Gourmet world is filled with rare and exotic animals that Toriko targets. His adventures become more interesting when he is assigned by famous restaurants to search for special ingredients.

6. Anime about Food?

Some anime about food include Sweetness and Lightning, Gourmet Girl Graffiti, Ben-To, Mister Ajikko, Toriko, and Shokugeki no Soma.

7. Manga Travelling and Cooking in Another World?

The light novel 'Tondemo Skill de Isekai Horo Meshi' has been released in English as 'Campfire Cooking in Another World with My Absurd Skill'.

Akagishi K adapted the manga from this light novel and then published it online on Overlap's Comic Gardo website.

It tells the adventure of Tsuyoshi Mukoda, a skilled cook. He is transferred to a fantasy world to save the kingdom.

8. Webtoon Title about Cooking Food?

Webtoons with a cooking food theme include Senior, Your Provision!, Lazy Cooking, Snack Squad, 50 Tea Recipes From The Duchess, Sound of Bread, Lady Chef Royale, and Mixed Vegetables.

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