--- product_id: 295625468 title: "Chef Puppet (Al Dente) with Detachable Wooden Rod" brand: "melissa & doug" price: "¥20510" currency: JPY in_stock: true reviews_count: 5 url: https://www.desertcart.jp/products/295625468-chef-puppet-al-dente-with-detachable-wooden-rod store_origin: JP region: Japan --- # Detachable wooden rod Lefty & righty friendly One-hand mouth control Chef Puppet (Al Dente) with Detachable Wooden Rod **Brand:** melissa & doug **Price:** ¥20510 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 👨‍🍳 Stir up imagination with Chef Al Dente’s dynamic puppet play! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Chef Puppet (Al Dente) with Detachable Wooden Rod by melissa & doug - **How much does it cost?** ¥20510 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.jp](https://www.desertcart.jp/products/295625468-chef-puppet-al-dente-with-detachable-wooden-rod) ## Best For - melissa & doug enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted melissa & doug brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Perfect for Ages 3+:** Safe, engaging, and designed to spark creativity in young minds - • **Whimsical Chef Character:** Al Dente brings charm and personality to every imaginative kitchen adventure - • **Ambidextrous Rod Attachment:** Detachable wooden rod fits both left- and right-handed users seamlessly - • **Dual-Handed Expressive Play:** Master mouth and gestures simultaneously for lifelike storytelling - • **Durable Design for Endless Fun:** Built tough to withstand energetic, animated play sessions ## Overview Melissa & Doug’s Chef Puppet 'Al Dente' features one-hand mouth manipulation paired with a detachable wooden rod for expressive gestures. Designed for durability and ambidextrous use, this 16.5-inch cotton puppet is perfect for kids aged 3 and up, encouraging creative role-play and storytelling. ## Description What’s for dinner? Just ask Chef Alfredo ‘Al’ Dente for the special of the day! Use one hand to manipulate the puppet’s mouth and facial expressions while gesturing with the removable wooden rod with the other. Detachable rod is suitable for lefties or righties! ## Features - Use one hand to manipulate the puppet's mouth and facial expressions, and the other to gesture with the wooden arm rod - Whimsically designed to inspire "animated" play, and durably constructed to stand up to it - Detachable rod is suitable for lefties or righties - For ages 3 years and up ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Age Range Description | Kid | | Asin | B07KBNQXNN | | Best Sellers Rank | #17,076 in Toys (See Top 100 in Toys) #15 in Hand Puppets | | Brand Name | Melissa & Doug | | Character | Al Dente | | Country Of Publication | China | | Customer Reviews | 4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (4,049) 4.7 out of 5 stars | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00000772303538 | | Included Components | Detachable Rod, Hand puppet | | Is Assembly Required | No | | Item Dimensions | 11.4 x 26.7 x 41.9 centimeters | | Item Type Name | Hand Puppet | | Manufacturer | Melissa & Doug | | Manufacturer Maximum Age Months | 120 | | Manufacturer Minimum Age Months | 36.0 | | Manufacturer Part Number | 30353 | | Material Type | Cotton | | Model Number | 30353 | | Number Of Items | 1 | | Number Of Packs | 1 | | Number Of Pieces | 1 | | Size | 16.51 inches | | Sub Brand | Doug | | Theme | Cartoon | | Unit Count | 1 Count | | Upc | 000772303538 | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Melissa & Doug - **Item dimensions L x W x H:** 11.4 x 26.7 x 41.9 centimeters - **Material:** Cotton - **Size:** 16.51 inches - **Theme:** Cartoon ## Images ![Chef Puppet (Al Dente) with Detachable Wooden Rod - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71tFRIuf56L.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Style** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: how big is it? like can it fit in any hand size?** A: I don’t know about any size hand but I’m an adult and it fits mine just great. Essentially your thumb and fingers work the mouth only. Have had great fun with it playing with the grandkids. **Q: Is it machine washable?** A: Hi Katie! Please surface-clean Chef Al Dente with a damp cloth. Buon appetito! **Q: Does it come with the arm rod?.** A: Yes... The Chef Puppet does come with the arm rod. **Q: can you confirm size of chef puppet please? Official website says 15”x5x6.5** A: The size is accurate ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Our 7-year old theatrical boy LOVED this puppet! *by on Reviewed in the United States 1 January 2024* Santa got this for our 7, almost 8 year old son. It was a HUGE hit! He's a big Swedish Chef fan (from the Muppets) and can do the voice. He'd asked for a large puppet for Christmas and really wanted one like they have in the Muppets. This isn't as big as that, but the stick controlling the hands is awesome and turned out to be perfect. As a parent, I appreciate that the stick is velcro-ed into the hand, and it can be whichever hand the kids wants, and it can be changed easily because of the velcro. Because of this it can also be removed, which was handy in our case because our son wanted to sleep with his new puppet (as he likes to sleep with many stuffed animals) and we didn't have to worry about the stick getting broken at night with him rolling around. Anyhow, it was great! It says 3+, but if you have an imaginative child who likes to re-enact scenes from the Muppets, this might just be perfect! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ He can be your friend indeed. *by on Reviewed in India 10 March 2025* It is a nice puppet which can be used to enhance your storytelling techniques. The mouth areas moves as it should. The access to it is a bit tight. It takes a long time to arrive. The only (small) issue is that the finishing of the clothing at one of the seams was not neat. Other than that, its all good. Hope this helps you decide. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Muy bonito títere *by on Reviewed in Mexico 26 July 2025* Lo amo mi hijo y buen calidad ## Frequently Bought Together - Melissa & Doug Chef Puppet (Al Dente) with Detachable Wooden Rod - Melissa & Doug Rescue Puppet Set - Police Officer and Firefighter - Soft, Plush Puppets For Kids Ages 3+ - Jakeei 2 Pack 16 inch Puppet Handles Arm Control Rod Metal Puppet Stick Accessory for Small and Large Puppets --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.jp/products/295625468-chef-puppet-al-dente-with-detachable-wooden-rod](https://www.desertcart.jp/products/295625468-chef-puppet-al-dente-with-detachable-wooden-rod) --- *Product available on Desertcart Japan* *Store origin: JP* *Last updated: 2026-08-29*