Breaking News: The Highly Anticipated Third Installment of the Popular Series! New Cookbook 'Everyday Snacks from SPICEUP, the Fully Booked Cooking Class' Releases on June 19! One-Night-Only 'Snack Bar Riko' to Open

A Recipe Book That Elevates Home Drinking: From SPICEUP, the Cooking Class That's Always Fully Booked

SPICEUP, a cooking class beloved by passionate foodies for its uniquely stylish and delicious drink-friendly dishes, is releasing a new cookbook titled 'Everyday Snacks from SPICEUP, the Fully Booked Cooking Class.' This book features a collection of recipes that are both easy to make and impressively elegant and tasty—perfect for turning everyday after-work drinks into a special experience.

[Book Information]

Title: 'Everyday Snacks from SPICEUP, the Fully Booked Cooking Class' Author: Riko Kuwabara Release Date: June 19, 2026 Publisher: Shufunotomo Co., Ltd. Format / Pages: B5 variant / 96 pages, full color Price: ¥1,650 (plus 10% tax) ISBN: 978-4-391-16793-1 https://www.shufu.co.jp/bookmook/detail/9784391167931/ ◼️ Amazon https://www.amazon.co.jp/o/ASIN/439116793X/shufutosei00b-22 ◼️ Rakuten Books https://books.rakuten.co.jp/rb/18621272/?l-id=search-c-item-text-01

[Highlights of the Book]

Quick and Easy to Make Whenever You Want a Drink! Filled with magical recipes that transform everyday ingredients into something extraordinary. The 'Ultra-Fast Snacks' section features dishes you can prepare instantly—just mix, no cooking required!

Perfect with Alcohol—and Also with Plain Rice!

For family dinners or gatherings, you want dishes everyone can enjoy, whether they drink or not. This book includes hearty snack-dishes substantial enough to serve as main courses.

Ideal for Entertaining Guests:

Simple yet stylish snacks that double as impressive party food. The lineup will make you want to invite friends over for a home-bar night right away.

Contents Tips for Making Cooking Fun and Delicious Part 1: SPICEUP’s Best Home-Drinking Recipes Part 2: Vegetables That Make Drinks Taste Better! Part 3: Instantly Prepared! Ultra-Fast Snacks Part 4: Convenient Make-Ahead Snacks Part 5: Delicious Until the End: Noodles and Rice Column 1: Ideas to Make Home Drinking More Fun Column 2: SPICEUP’s Original Drinks

One-Day-Only Publishing Event: 'Snack Bar Riko' on June 28 (Sun)

'Everyday Snacks from SPICEUP, the Fully Booked Cooking Class' Publication Commemoration Event

To celebrate the book’s release, author Riko Kuwabara will personally host the counter at 'Snack Bar Riko,' a one-day-only pop-up event.

This special event will be hosted at 'Snack BAR Henshuchō,' a popular spot run by Ko Kura Hisashi, a former office worker and editor who is deeply passionate about snack bars. Attendees can taste three exquisite dishes from the book, and newly released copies will be available for purchase on-site. Solo visitors are welcome, as are groups of friends. Come eat, drink, sing karaoke, and enjoy a warm, homey Sunday together.

[Event Details] Date and Time: June 28, 2026 (Sun) 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM (free entry and exit during this time) Venue: Snack BAR Henshuchō Address: B1F Sunny Hill Ochanomizu, 3-1-13 Kanda Surugadai, Chiyoda City, Tokyo Admission (cash only on the day): ¥4,000 (tax included) Includes: 3 snacks, 1 drink, unlimited karaoke ※ Additional menu (pay-as-you-go): Alcoholic drinks: ¥1,000, Soft drinks: ¥500, Simple soup curry (final dish): ¥500

Author Profile

Riko Kuwabara

A professional chef who, after working as an interpreter and translator, founded the cooking class SPICEUP out of her passion for food. She currently offers in-person classes in Tokyo and Osaka, as well as online sessions, teaching modern home cooking with spices and herbs. As a mother of three, her practical, easy-to-make recipes have gained widespread popularity. She is active in recipe development, product collaborations, and TV appearances. Her previous books include 'Everyday Meals from SPICEUP, the Fully Booked Cooking Class' and 'Everyday 'Tare' from SPICEUP, the Fully Booked Cooking Class' (both published by Shufunotomo).

[Press Inquiries]

Shufunotomo Co., Ltd., Shufu to Seikatsu Sha Bessatsu Editorial Department (Contact: Ueno) jituyou_shufusei@mb.shufu.co.jp TEL: 03-3563-5129 ※ Feel free to contact us regarding TV or radio appearances by the author.