What to read, watch, and listen to if you lovedUmma
Sarah Ahn, Nam Soon Ahn · Book · 2025
If you loved Umma, start with Nonnas (Stephen Chbosky, 2025) — a film on the same thread. Below: 1 film, 4 series and 2 podcasts, each matched to Umma across media.
If you loved Umma, you likely crave the profound, messy, and deeply nourishing bonds found in intergenerational family relationships.
Films on the same thread
Nonnas
Stephen Chbosky · Film · 2025
Explores: Grief and Healing, Community, Generational Connection.
Like the culinary heritage shared in Umma, this film centers on the healing power of cooking, specifically using the wisdom of grandmothers to bridge the gap left by grief.
Series on the same thread
When Life Gives You Tangerines
Lim Sang-choon · Series · 2025
Explores: First Love, Childhood Sweethearts, Island Life.
This story mirrors the cultural roots explored in Umma, offering a similarly evocative look at Korean life, resilience, and the enduring connections that define our personal histories.
Off Campus
Gina Fattore · Series · 2026
Explores: Fake Dating, Emotional Healing, Coming-of-age.
If the emotional vulnerability of Umma resonated with you, you will appreciate how this series balances individual coming-of-age journeys with the complex, healing power of deep human connection.
Gilmore Girls
Amy Sherman-Palladino · Series · 2000
Explores: Mother-Daughter Relationship, Intergenerational Relationships, Class Differences.
Fans of the mother-daughter dynamic in Umma will find a kindred spirit in the Gilmore duo, whose fast-paced bond mirrors the intimate, everyday magic of Sarah and her mother.
Pachinko
Soo Hugh · Series · 2022
Shares a thread with Umma: Cultural Identity.
This sweeping saga expands on the cultural identity and family legacy themes found in Umma, providing a broader, multi-generational look at the endurance of the Korean immigrant experience.
Podcasts on the same thread
Live, Laugh, Luke... with Luke Hamnett
Podcast
Explores: humor, anecdotes, confessions.
Just as Umma highlights the charming, unfiltered rapport between Sarah and her mother, this podcast captures that same authentic, humorous, and heartwarming mother-son dynamic in a modern format.
Scamanda
Lionsgate Sound · Podcast · 2025
While Umma celebrates the warmth of family, this podcast explores the complexity of motherhood and public identity, offering a darker, gripping look at the stories mothers choose to tell.
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Common questions
How many recipes are included in Umma?
Umma features over 100 family recipes passed down from Sarah Ahn’s mother. The cookbook captures decades of kitchen wisdom and authentic Korean cooking techniques, providing a comprehensive guide for home cooks looking to recreate the dishes featured in their viral social media videos.
Is Umma based on the viral videos by Sarah Ahn?
Yes, Umma is a cookbook collaboration that builds upon the viral food videos of Sarah Ahn and her mother. It translates their popular online content into a structured format, offering readers a behind-the-scenes look at their multigenerational home life and shared cooking traditions.
Does Umma focus on traditional Korean home cooking?
Umma centers on traditional Korean home cooking by documenting recipes passed down through generations. The book emphasizes the emotional intimacy of the mother-daughter relationship while providing practical instructions for preparing the authentic meals that have captivated millions of viewers online.
What kind of content can I expect from Umma?
Umma provides a collection of over 100 family recipes combined with kitchen wisdom from Sarah Ahn’s mother. The book offers an intimate look at their multigenerational home life, blending instructional cooking guidance with the personal family history that defines their approach to Korean cuisine.