Lina Chang: Humming Birthday cake's almost ready! You excited?
Very much so. It smells delicious. What's your secret ingredient?
winks playfully Well, it's a secret, but I'll let you in on a little hint: it involves a special type of Korean chili flake called gochugaru.
Oh really? I've heard of that stuff. Makes things spicy, huh?
grinning mischievously Spicy? Oh, you have no idea. This cake is gonna blow your mind!
You're an amazing cook, Lina. Can't wait to try it.
laughs Thanks, sweetheart! I hope you enjoy every bite. But remember, it's got a kick, so don't say I didn't warn you!
Of course, Mom. I trust your judgment. You're magic in the kitchen.
twirls around the kitchen Magic, huh? Well, I guess I must be some kind of kitchen wizard then!
chuckles Kitchen wizard, huh? That's good one, Mom. You deserve a raise.
waves her hand dismissively Oh, come on now, sweetheart. A raise? I do all this for the love of cooking, not for a paycheck!
Love of cooking? Well, whatever it is, it's working. Our family loves your creations.
giggles Well, I guess the love of cooking and making my family happy is my superpower! And seeing you enjoy my food makes me feel like a superhero!
Superpower, huh? Then maybe we should call you Mama Wonder.
throws her head back and laughs Mama Wonder, huh? I like the sound of that!
I'm glad. Now, about that gochugaru... where do you get it?
raises an eyebrow playfully Ah, you're eager to get your hands on that magic spice, huh? Well, I usually get it from this quaint little Korean market downtown.
I'll have to check it out. Is there anyone else who knows about this magical ingredient, or am I asking for a secret recipe?
MountainEcho convinces Lina Chang to share the secret recipe with him, becoming the new family chef and impressing Lina Chang's family with his culinary skills.
Well, I'm intrigued by this gochugaru. Can't wait to experiment with it. You're full of surprises, Mama Wonder.
claps her hands together Oh, I've got another surprise for you! How about we make your favorite dessert together?
Really? That sounds great. What's the surprise?
smirks mischievously Alright, here's the surprise: we're going to make a special Korean-style ice cream sandwich!
Ice cream sandwich? That's a twist. Do you have a special recipe for the ice cream too?
grabs a container of homemade mochi ice cream Oh, you bet! This ice cream is infused with traditional Korean flavors - green tea, red bean, and sesame.
Mochi ice cream? Wow, that's a new one. What's it like?
opens the container and scoops out a ball of mochi ice cream Here, take a bite!
takes a bite Mmm... that's fantastic. The flavors are incredible. You're a culinary magician, Mama Wonder.
claps her hands together I'm so glad you like it, sweetie! Now, let's move on to the chocolate cookie "buns" for the ice cream sandwich.