“Ming-Na and I share many things in common—one being that we always want our work to make people happy. I know that she’ll be making many people happy—and full—with these recipes!”—Jackie Chan
Description
A heartfelt collection of stories and recipes from beloved actress and Asian American icon Ming-Na Wen, weaving together her childhood in her family’s Pittsburgh Chinese restaurant with the dishes she now cooks at home for loved ones and friends.
In Chinese culture, asking “Are you hungry?” is more than a question—it’s a way of showing you care. It’s the love language legendary, award-winning actress Ming-Na Wen grew up with in Pittsburgh, where her parents ran the iconic Chinatown Inn restaurant. While many fans know her as the voice behind Disney’s Mulan or for her acclaimed acting roles in the film adaptation of Amy Tan’s bestselling novel The Joy Luck Club, several years on the Emmy-Award-winning ER, or as Fennec Shand in the Star Wars franchise, off the screen, Ming-Na is also legendary in the kitchen, cooking traditional Chinese dishes for her family and friends.
Have You Eaten Yet? is the ultimate love letter to food and family, offering delicious, accessible recipes inspired by her family, heritage, and restaurant roots and for every occasion. In chapters like Restaurant Classics, you’ll learn to master iconic dishes like The Best Egg Rolls, Simple Wonton Soup, and Shrimp Fried Rice. Discover family secrets from her father in Feasts from Chef Baba with recipes like his tender Prime Rib and comforting Winter Melon Soup. Straight from Ming-Na’s Kitchen, you’ll find crowd-pleasers like Shrimp with Garlic Noodles and the show-stopping Dragon Fruit Cheesecake Cups. Ming-Na even gives readers advice on perfecting rice, her guide to condiments, and restaurant-inspired tips for prepping sauces, broths, and dry spices.
Filled with personal stories, heartwarming memories, practical tips, and even never-before-seen family photos, Have You Eaten Yet? is an essential guide for anyone looking to explore the rich flavors of Chinese American cuisine.
Reviews
“Ming-Na has been breaking barriers for decades, and doing it with so much heart and soul. With the arrival of Have You Eaten Yet?, she brings that same heart and soul into the kitchen with incredible recipes and heartwarming stories, proving yet again why she is one of my personal heroes.”—Randall Park
“Full of cherished family recipes, Ming-Na Wen’s Have You Eaten Yet? is more than just a cookbook—it's a heartfelt journey about growing up Asian American and the stories that have shaped her life as a restaurant daughter.”—Ken Jeong
“Have You Eaten Yet? is a delicious deep dive into Ming-Na’s unique journey and the profound influence of her family’s culinary heritage. With her magical touch in the kitchen, she has crafted an incredibly heartfelt and entertaining cookbook that will bring your taste buds to new heights!”—Ralph Macchio