Cooking Mama (料理のママ, Ryōri no Mama) is a popular Nintendo DS game developed by Office Create and published by Taito in Europe. It was released in Europe in 2006, and is the first game in the Cooking Mama series. The game is a cooking simulation game with a unique twist. Players take on the role of Mama, the head chef of a virtual kitchen, and must complete various tasks to prepare various dishes. The game features two play modes: Story mode, which challenges players to complete a series of recipes, and Challenge mode, which offers a variety of mini-games to test players' culinary skills. Cooking Mama also includes a wide variety of recipes from around the world, including Italian, French and Chinese dishes. The game has a unique and vibrant art style, with bright and colorful visuals and a catchy soundtrack. Cooking Mama is an enjoyable and addictive game for all ages, and provides an enjoyable and educational experience for its players.