4.5 Stars. I absolutely want to smack myself for taking so long to read this one! It was GOOD. While Sterling states that it’s not autobiographical, it does draw from his own personal experiences. There was so much to enjoy about the storytelling, the importance of friendship and family, and themes that will resonate with middle grade readers. I honestly wasn’t expecting the magical element and thought that this was going to solely focus on the family food truck. It was a nice addition; however, I thought that it could have been developed/fleshed out a little more. THE FOOD. The inclusion of traditional dishes from the Philippines was *chefs kiss.* My mouth watered while reading this and I was happy to see a recipe for adobo chicken in the back. Overall, if you haven’t had a chance to check this out, make sure you do! With great artwork and storytelling, this isn’t one to miss.