Having tried to watch the anime and read the manga, I think I've had enough of this series in general. Not only are the characters shallow, the plot is monotonous and there is absolutely no important development. I've seen and read some decent (and good) slice of life manga and anime, and this just doesn't cut it for me.

Story: 5. It was cute and exciting at first, but it gets hard to keep up the antic for the series in general. Although it does teach about cooking, you'd be better off watching a Japanese cooking show (more detail and better commentary as well). Having such a monotonous plot even for a slice of life is a bit too much. It's not that hard not having just food be the center of every single chapter.

Art: 8. Undoubtedly the best part of this series. If you can read something just for the art, this series is for you. The artist has truly found a unique style which gives the whole atmosphere of the manga a lighthearted feel to it.

Characters: 4. Honestly, it could be lower because the characters scream one-dimensional which drives me insane. Sure, the author is trying to focus on the food, but the characters need some more love development and attention wise because that's where you really get the engagement from the audience.

Overall: 5. I enjoyed it in the beginning, but too much of a good thing is not a good thing. I'm honestly quite sad to leave such a negative review after such a promising exposition, but I really just could not stand the stale plot and characters by the end of it.