Category: Cookbooks Review: Cookbooks are a great way to learn new recipes and techniques in the kitchen. In this review, we will be looking at six different cookbooks that cover various categories of cooking. The first book is "The Just Bento Cookbook 2" by Natsuki Nakamura. This book focuses on making healthy and easy-to-pack lunches for work or school. It includes a variety of Japanese bento box recipes, as well as tips for packing them in reusable containers. Overall, this is a great cookbook for anyone looking to make healthier and more convenient meals. The second book we will be reviewing is "Easy Japanese Cooking: Bento Love" by Natsuki Nakamura. This book also focuses on bento boxes, but it includes recipes that are perfect for beginners. It covers all the basics of making a traditional bento box, including rice, vegetables, and protein. The author also provides tips for customizing your own bento boxes to suit your taste preferences. The third book we will be reviewing is "Vegetables (Healthy Eating with MyPlate)" by the United States Department of Agriculture. This cookbook focuses on incorporating more vegetables into your diet, which can help improve overall health and wellness. It includes a variety of recipes that are easy to make and include plenty of nutritious ingredients like leafy greens, root vegetables, and legumes. The fourth book we will be reviewing is "Easy Japanese Cooking: Appetizer Rex" by Natsuki Nakamura. This book focuses on making traditional Japanese appetizers that are easy to make at home. It includes recipes for popular dishes like sushi rolls, tempura, and yakitori. The author also provides tips for pairing these appetizers with other Japanese dishes, such as sake or green tea. The fifth book we will be reviewing is "Yum-Yum Bento All Year Round: Box Lunches for Every Season" by Natsuki Nakamura. This cookbook focuses on making bento boxes that are perfect for any season of the year. It includes recipes for summer, fall, winter, and spring, as well as tips for packing your lunch in a reusable container. Overall, this is a great cookbook for anyone looking to make healthy and delicious meals throughout the year. The sixth book we will be reviewing is "Baby at the Table: A 3-Step Guide to Weaning the Italian Way" by Lisa M. Ross. This book focuses on helping parents introduce solid foods to their babies in a safe and healthy way. It includes recipes for pureed fruits, vegetables, and grains that are perfect for babies between six months and one year old. The author also provides tips for introducing new textures and flavors as your baby grows older. The seventh book we will be reviewing is "The Japanese Grill: From Classic Yakitori to Steak, Seafood, and Vegetables" by Takaaki Kihara. This cookbook focuses on grilling food in a traditional Japanese style. It includes recipes for yakitori (grilled chicken skewers), steak, seafood, and vegetables. The author also provides tips for selecting the right ingredients and equipment for your grill. The eighth book we will be reviewing is "Using MyPlate" by the United States Department of Agriculture. This cookbook focuses on helping people make healthier meals that meet their nutritional needs. It includes recipes for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks that are easy to make at home and include plenty of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean protein, and low-fat dairy products. The ninth book we will be reviewing is "10 Skills for Effective Business Communication: Practical Strategies from the World's Greatest Leaders" by John Zimmerman. This book focuses on helping people improve their communication skills in the workplace. It includes tips and strategies for effective public speaking, writing emails, giving presentations, and more. The author also provides examples of successful business leaders who have mastered these skills. The tenth and final book we will be reviewing is "Easy Japanese Cooking: Donburi Mania" by Natsuki Nakamura. This cookbook focuses on making donburi (rice bowls) that are perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It includes recipes for traditional Japanese dishes like teriyaki chicken and tempura shrimp, as well as tips for customizing your own rice bowl with a variety of toppings. Overall, these cookbooks cover a wide range of categories and offer something for everyone in the kitchen.