Matthew Amster-Burton

About the Author

Matthew Amster-Burton is a Seattle-based writer, podcaster, and food enthusiast whose work celebrates the joys of everyday eating with wit and warmth. Best known for his acclaimed memoir 'Pretty Good Number One: An American Family Eats Tokyo,' he chronicles a family's culinary adventures in Japan, blending humor, cultural insights, and mouthwatering descriptions of ramen, sushi, and street food. Through his popular podcast 'Spilled Milk,' co-hosted with Molly Wizenberg, Amster-Burton explores food's role in life with infectious enthusiasm and clever storytelling. His writing demystifies global cuisines while highlighting personal connections forged over meals, making him a beloved voice for food lovers seeking approachable, entertaining narratives.