Recs if you like The Rip-Off Izakaya：Izakaya Bottakuri Vol.１...

These are all manga where food is a major focus or the 'point' of the story. Only vol. 1 of a series will be listed. Recommendations always welcome

Either someone is a chef, a baker, runs an eatery or just likes cooking/eating. These stories have food at their heart.

When life is getting you stressed these stories can be a source of relief.

Includes: -light heartedness -character driven story -quick resolution to confrontations -no long lasting anxiety from conflicts -green flag relationships -organically grown relationships -found family -overcoming character trauma in healthy ways -diverse characters -good food -specific hobbies/careers

Only the first volumes listed to not bloat the list

List of books I have read for 2026 (so far)