A charming picture book for picky eaters and young foodies alike! A Junior Library Guild Gold Standard Selection Yoomi doesn't like kimchi - the pickled cabbage condiment served at Korean meals. No matter how she tries it, it's too slimy-- too stinky-- too spicy! Her brothers tease her, but Yoomi won't budge. But with Grandma's help, Yoomi takes matters into her own paws, and finds a new way to enjoy this traditional dish. This engaging book with sweet, expressive illustrations by author-illustrator Aram Kim is perfect for young readers learning to try new things! Featuring a lovable Korean American family, No Kimchi for Me! includes backmatter about Korean cuisine-- and a recipe for kimchi pancakes you can try at home. The Yoomi, Friends and Family series is great for fans of Thank You, Omu! , Fry Bread , Bee-Bim Bop! , and Amy Wu and the Perfect Bao. A perfect pick for: * Parents of picky eaters looking for positive, food-related stories * Korean American families sharing cultural pride and traditions * Teachers and librarians building diverse, inclusive book collections * Children ages 3-7 exploring food, family, and independence.