This is what happens when you give Michelle Obama and Netflix a mission to make kids excited about vegetables—and it actually works. Waffles + Mochi is earnest, educational, and genuinely charming without being cloying.

The puppet format keeps it accessible for preschoolers while the global travel and real cooking content gives it enough substance that you won't want to claw your eyes out during co-viewing. It's teaching food literacy, cultural appreciation, and basic nutrition in a way that feels like fun rather than a lecture.

The main 'risk' is that your kid will suddenly want to be your sous chef, which is either delightful or chaos depending on your kitchen tolerance. It's a solid choice for the 3-7 crowd, especially if you're trying to expand picky eating or want screen time that actually teaches something useful.