The book Comidinhas Mágicas: Culinary Adventures Around the World was featured in the article “Para devorar nas férias,” published by the renowned portal Prazeres da Mesa, which curates special book recommendations about food and drink for the month of January.
The selection celebrates works that combine enjoyable reading, inspiring content, and a genuine connection to gastronomy. Comidinhas Mágicas stands out by bringing these elements into a child-friendly, family-oriented, and affectionate universe turning the kitchen into a space for connection and discovery.

Designed to be enjoyed during the holidays, the book presents simple, accessible recipes to be made with children. The idea goes beyond preparing dishes: it’s about sharing time, sparking curiosity, and creating memories that last a lifetime.
Many of the recipes were actually prepared by Manu Buffara and Juliana Dieterich alongside their own daughters, bringing authenticity, affection, and a real connection to everyday family life.

Comidinhas Mágicas invites children and adults on a culinary adventure through different cultures, with dishes inspired by countries such as Egypt and Japan, including recipes like the traditional tonkotsu ramen. This diversity expands children’s food repertoires, awakens interest in new flavors, and encourages a more conscious and respectful relationship with food from an early age.

Internationally recognized and awarded three knives at The Best Chef Awards, Manu brings her vision of sensitive, responsible, and globally connected cooking to a young audience as well. Alongside Juliana, she delivers a book that goes beyond recipes, serving as a tool for connection between parents, children, culture, and food.
Published by Editora Senac, Comidinhas Mágicas establishes itself as a book for the holidays and for the whole year.
A book to read, cook, play with, and cherish in memory.
An invitation to slow down, step into the kitchen, and turn small gestures into great memories.
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