Ming-Na Wen, acclaimed for roles in Mulan, Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D., and The Book of Boba Fett, has launched a deeply personal cookbook titled *Have You Eaten Yet?: Family Recipes from a Restaurant Daughter*, publishing October 6 through Simon & Schuster. Drawing from her upbringing in her family’s longstanding Pittsburgh restaurant, Chinatown Inn, Wen shares beloved recipes alongside memoir-style reflections, exploring the complexities of growing up with restaurateur parents. She describes the book as a heartfelt tribute to food, family, and her cultural roots, born from years of fans requesting her recipes after she posted food photos on social media.

Wen discusses how her childhood involved both warmth and challenges, including the sacrifice of personal and family time due to the demanding restaurant life. Despite these difficulties and some initial family resistance to unveiling secret recipes, she adapted classic dishes like egg rolls, duck sauce, and Lion’s Head pork meatballs for home cooks. The cookbook aims to balance authenticity with accessibility, providing fans the chance to recreate flavors that have made Chinatown Inn a beloved Pittsburgh institution since 1943. Wen reveals that writing these recipes helped her reframe her childhood experiences and appreciate how they shaped her resilience and career success.

Reflecting on her iconic Disney role, Wen highlights Mulan’s enduring legacy as a story of identity and empowerment, expressing pride that the film continues to inspire generations. She also humorously comments on the infamous Mulan Szechuan Sauce, calling it a bad sauce but appreciating the cultural connection it fosters. Additionally, Wen shares her passion for Star Wars, recounting the surreal experience of joining the franchise as Fennec Shand in The Mandalorian and The Book of Boba Fett, and her hopes for reprising the role. She fondly recalls the fan excitement and the challenge of keeping the character’s return secret.

Looking ahead, Wen is promoting her cookbook with an event in Pittsburgh on October 8 and teasing new creative ventures, including playing Hera in season three of *Percy Jackson*. She emphasizes that cooking and food remain central to her life and identity, bridging her personal heritage with her fans and audiences worldwide. Her cookbook stands as both a culinary guide and an intimate portrayal of a life shaped by family, culture, and perseverance.