Emma: Hey Alex, do you want to know what my special dish is?

Alex: Sure, what is it?

Emma: It’s called okonomiyaki. Have you heard of it?

Alex: Hmm… okonomiyaki? No, I’ve never heard of that. What is it?

Emma: It’s like a Japanese savory pancake. It’s very popular, especially in Osaka.

Alex: A pancake? But not sweet?

Emma: Right. It’s made with flour, eggs, cabbage, and water. That’s the base.

Alex: Cabbage in a pancake? That’s new to me! Then what do you do?

Emma: Next, I add pork or shrimp and cook it on a hot pan.

Alex: Okay, sounds interesting.

Emma: I flip it and cook both sides until golden. Then I add sauce, mayo, seaweed, and bonito flakes on top.

Alex: Bonito flakes? What are those?

Emma: They’re thin dried fish flakes. When you put them on top, they move from the heat.

Alex: That’s crazy but kind of cool!

Emma: Yeah, everyone is surprised the first time. But they’re really tasty too.

Alex: That’d be great. I’ll try making it this weekend.

Emma: Nice! Let me know if you need any help.

Alex: Actually… why don’t we make it together?

Emma: That sounds fun! I’d love to.

Alex: How about Saturday afternoon?

Emma: Perfect. I’ll bring the ingredients.

Alex: Great! I’ll get the drinks.

Emma: Deal! It’s going to be delicious.

Alex: I can’t wait. Thanks, Chef Emma!