From Ordinary Ingredients To Disney Magic: Woman’s 20-Hour Food Art Will Leave You Speechless

Laleh Mohmedi never imagined that turning her son Jacob’s pancakes into a lion would spark a global sensation. “He loved it!” she recalls. Soon, he began requesting characters from movies, books, and toys, turning mealtime into a creative and educational experience. “Jacob and I would discuss ingredients and their benefits—like how kale is a superfood because ‘superheroes love eating it!’”

Encouraged by a positive response, Laleh launched Jacob’s Food Diaries on Instagram, and within a month, it went viral. Her stunning food art, crafted with natural ingredients and no refined sugar, gained recognition from Time Magazine, The Huffington Post, Disney Channel, and even a feature on The Ellen Show.

Now collaborating with brands like Disney, Nickelodeon, and 20th Century Fox, Laleh’s intricate food sculptures—some taking up to 20 hours—continue to amaze. “We never thought our little kitchen creations would become a full-time business, but we love every minute of it!”

Her edible masterpieces prove that with a little creativity, even the simplest ingredients can become magic.

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#1 Dobby From Harry Potter

Image source: Laleh

#2 Carl Fredrickson

Image source: Laleh Avo on toast.

#3 Micky & Friends

Image source: Laleh An assortment of toast.

#4 Carl & Ellie

Image source: Laleh Mash potato, chicken, noodles (made for Valentine's day - not for eating).

#5 Baby Yoda

Image source: Laleh

#6 Hei Hei From "Moana"

Image source: Laleh Organic eggs with salad.

#7 Lady And The Tramp

Image source: Laleh Spelt and cocoa pancakes with fruit.

#8 Carnage From Venom

Image source: Laleh

#9 Bing Bong From Inside Out

Image source: Laleh

#10 Anger, Joy, Disgust

Image source: Laleh Fruit skewer.

#11 Ursula

Image source: Laleh Mash potato with octopus.

#12 Bob Minion

Image source: Laleh Veal ravioli with carbonara sauce.

#13 The Grinch

Image source: Laleh Spatchcock roast with spinach mash potato and roast vegetables.

#14 Pooh

Image source: Laleh Sweet mash potato with couscous, turkey meatballs and veggies.

#15 Daisy Duck

Image source: Laleh

#16 Toothless From How To Train Your Dragon

Image source: Laleh

#17 Rapunzel

Image source: Laleh Pasta with mash potato and avocado.

#18 King Triton

Image source: Laleh

#19 Sadness From "Inside Out"

Image source: Laleh Dragon fruit smoothie bowl with homemade granola (glasses), coconut, blueberries, apple and rockmelon.

#20 Cruella De Vil From "101 Dalmatians"

Image source: Laleh Spelt pancakes with blackberries, apple, blueberries, shredded coconut, whipped cream and cocoa cream cheese.