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product_id: 295625468
title: "Chef Puppet (Al Dente) with Detachable Wooden Rod"
brand: "melissa & doug"
price: "VT27323"
currency: VUV
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 5
category: "Melissa & Doug"
url: https://www.desertcart.vu/products/295625468-chef-puppet-al-dente-with-detachable-wooden-rod
store_origin: VU
region: Vanuatu
---

# Detachable wooden rod Lefty & righty friendly One-hand mouth control Chef Puppet (Al Dente) with Detachable Wooden Rod

**Brand:** melissa & doug
**Price:** VT27323
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎭 Bring your stories to life with Chef Al Dente’s animated charm!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Chef Puppet (Al Dente) with Detachable Wooden Rod by melissa & doug
- **How much does it cost?** VT27323 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.vu](https://www.desertcart.vu/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

- • **Customizable Play Style:** Detachable rod adapts for left- or right-handed users, maximizing comfort
- • **Whimsical Chef Character:** Al Dente brings charm and personality to every performance, sparking imagination
- • **Dual-Handed Expressive Control:** Manipulate mouth and gestures simultaneously for dynamic storytelling
- • **Durable Design for Active Play:** Built to withstand energetic puppet shows and endless creativity
- • **Perfect for Early Childhood Development:** Encourages communication skills and imaginative play from age 3+

## Overview

The Melissa & Doug Chef Puppet (Al Dente) features one-hand mouth manipulation paired with a detachable wooden rod for expressive gestures. Designed for durability and adaptable for left- or right-handed users, this 16.5-inch cotton puppet is ideal for children aged 3 and up, enhancing storytelling and imaginative play.

## 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!

Review: Perfect.
Review: 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.

## 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 |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B07KBNQXNN |
| Age Range Description | Kid |
| Best Sellers Rank | #122,780 in Toys ( See Top 100 in Toys ) #200 in Hand Puppets |
| Brand Name | Melissa & Doug |
| Country of Publication | China |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (4,026) |
| 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 Pieces | 1 |
| Size | 16.51 inches |
| Sub Brand | Doug |
| Theme | Cartoon |
| UPC | 000772303538 |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| character | Al Dente |

## 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)

## 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

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by M***S on 4 April 2026*

Perfect.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by S***H on 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.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by G***S on 26 July 2025*

Lo amo mi hijo y buen calidad

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*Product available on Desertcart Vanuatu*
*Store origin: VU*
*Last updated: 2026-05-17*