---
product_id: 94206452
title: "Chef Puppet (Al Dente) with Detachable Wooden Rod Pretend Play Chef Puppet Pepe"
brand: "melissa & doug"
price: "€ 87.19"
currency: EUR
in_stock: true
category: "Melissa & Doug"
url: https://www.desertcart.hr/products/94206452-chef-puppet-al-dente-with-detachable-wooden-rod-pretend-play
store_origin: HR
region: Croatia
---

# 15-inch hand-and-rod puppet Ambidextrous wooden rod control Removable chef’s coat & hat Chef Puppet (Al Dente) with Detachable Wooden Rod Pretend Play Chef Puppet Pepe

**Brand:** melissa & doug
**Price:** € 87.19
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎬 Bring your stories to life with Chef Al Dente’s flair!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Chef Puppet (Al Dente) with Detachable Wooden Rod Pretend Play Chef Puppet Pepe by melissa & doug
- **How much does it cost?** € 87.19 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.hr](https://www.desertcart.hr/products/94206452-chef-puppet-al-dente-with-detachable-wooden-rod-pretend-play)

## 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

- • **Durable & Timeless:** Premium cotton materials ensure this puppet remains a beloved playmate through countless performances.
- • **Ambidextrous Control:** Detachable wooden rod fits left or right hand for seamless puppet gestures and mouth movements.
- • **Master the Art of Play:** 15-inch detailed puppet crafted for immersive storytelling and role-play.
- • **Chef’s Authentic Look:** Includes removable traditional chef’s coat, scarf, and floppy hat for realistic culinary charm.
- • **Boost Creativity & Connection:** Encourages vocabulary growth, dexterity, imagination, and emotional exploration through interactive play.

## Overview

Melissa & Doug’s 15-inch Chef Al Dente hand-and-rod puppet features removable chef attire and an ambidextrous wooden rod for expressive play. Designed to enhance creativity, vocabulary, and emotional skills, this durable cotton puppet is perfect for kids aged 3 to 10 seeking engaging, imaginative fun.

## Description

What's for dinner? Just ask Chef Al Dente, dressed in a traditional chef’s coat, scarf, and floppy hat, for the special of the day! Young puppeteers can use one hand to open and close the 15-inch puppet’s mouth and change expressions, and the other hand to use the removable wooden rod to make the mustachioed chef gesture. Top-quality materials and realistic details make this puppet a playmate that will stand up to the test of time. Puppet play is a wonderful way to make connections and to explore feelings and new perspectives. It helps build vocabulary, dexterity, imagination, and creativity! Detachable rod is suitable for lefties or righties.

## Features

- Beautifully crafted 15-inch hand-and-rod chef puppet
- Removable clothing includes traditional chef’s coat, scarf, floppy hat
- Use one hand to manipulate the puppet's mouth and facial expressions, and the other to gesture with the removable wooden arm rod; rod attaches to either of the puppet’s hands, and is suitable for lefty or righty puppeteers
- Puppet play is a wonderful way to make connections, explore feelings and new perspectives, help build vocabulary, dexterity, imagination, and creativity

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B07KBNQXNN |
| Age Range Description | Kid |
| Best Sellers Rank | #18,877 in Toys & Games ( See Top 100 in Toys & Games ) #12 in Hand Puppets |
| Brand Name | Melissa & Doug |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (4,138) |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00000772303538 |
| Included Components | Hand puppet, Detachable Rod |
| Is Assembly Required | No |
| Item Dimensions | 4.5 x 10.51 x 16.51 inches |
| Item Type Name | Plush Animals |
| Manufacturer | Melissa & Doug |
| Manufacturer Maximum Age (MONTHS) | 120 |
| Manufacturer Minimum Age (MONTHS) | 36 |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 30353 |
| Manufacturer Warranty Description | No Warranty |
| Material Type | Cotton |
| Model Number | 30353 |
| Number of Pieces | 1 |
| Size | One Size |
| Sub Brand | Doug |
| Theme | Cartoon |
| UPC | 000772303538 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
| character | Chef Al Dente |

## Images

![Chef Puppet (Al Dente) with Detachable Wooden Rod Pretend Play Chef Puppet Pepe - 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

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*Product available on Desertcart Croatia*
*Store origin: HR*
*Last updated: 2026-06-20*