Successor to the massively popular The Just Bento Cookbook - Everyday Lunches To Go, the emphasis in Makiko Itoh's new book is on healthier options and speedier prep. It will appeal to newcomers seeking practical guidance; busy adults and college students who want quick, easy, healthy, and convenient lunch alternatives; parents who want to make nutritious and appealing school lunches for their kids.

About the Author
MAKIKO ITOH has been writing about Japanese culture since 2000. She runs the popular Japanese food blogs JustHungry.com and JustBento.com, writes a monthly food column for The Japan Times, and is the author of the best-selling Just Bento Cookbook. Born in Tokyo, she has lived in the UK, the US, and Switzerland. She currently resides in Provence, France.

Reviews

Praise for The Just Bento Cookbook:

"Itoh guides readers to build a beautiful bento lunch that is also nutritious and filling for both adults and children. Recommended for fans of bento lunches and anyone trying to get out of a lunch rut!" -Library Journal

"Equal parts recipe book and bento how-to, The Just Bento Cookbook is an elegant guide to making lunch more fun. Filled with lovely boxed lunch ideas that can be made for one or more, depending on how many lunches you plan on packing." -Serious Eats

"The Just Bento Cookbook is packed with recipes for savory dishes that will make a tasty dinner or lunch. Most of the recipes include several variations using different proteins and make-ahead tips." -Seattle Weekly

Book Information
ISBN 9781568365794
Author Makiko Itoh
Format Paperback
Page Count 128
Imprint Kodansha America, Inc
Publisher Kodansha America, Inc