Obama will be a star and executive producer of “Waffles + Mochi,” which will be available for airing starting March 16th. Aimed at a younger audience, it will feature two puppets, aptly named Waffles and Mochi, and Obama as the owner of a supermarket. The show will chronicle their journey as they try to become chefs.
“With the help of new, friendly faces like the supermarket owner, Mrs. Obama, and a magical flying cart as a guide, Waffles and Mochi face global ingredient missions, traveling to kitchens, restaurants, farms, and households around the world., cooking recipes with everyday ingredients alongside renowned chefs, home cooks, children and celebrities, “Netflix said in a statement describing the show’s premise.
The show’s theme closely aligns with Obama’s “Move” theme of public health campaign, aimed at curbing childhood obesity. As one of his signature platforms, he tried to lead initiatives that would help families have access to healthy and affordable food and increase their physical activities.