In the upscale culinary world, where reputations are built and crumbled on the taste of a dish, one errant entrée might just be more than a mere faux pas. As taste buds clash in a prestigious Michelin-starred Mexican restaurant in Newport Beach, a sinister mystery begins to unfold. Celebrated chef Dani Rosetti, prepped for an interview and the prospects of a new catering venture, certainly didn't anticipate being plunged into a culinary conspiracy on her visit. Yet, when her old Cordon Bleu classmate, Stephanie, suffers an overpowering and potentially dangerous dish at Taste of Mexico, suspicions simmer. Was the disturbingly seasoned dish an innocent oversight, or a calculated attack on the renowned restaurant reviewer? The culinary world is set abuzz when Stephanie’s scathing review of the eatery is published. As readers rally in favor of Taste of Mexico and against her critique, Stephanie finds herself isolated in her critique, her credibility under fire. With the magazine's advertising revenue hanging in the balance and her integrity questioned, Stephanie's career dangles by a thread. But hope arrives in the dashing form of her next-door neighbor, a suave private detective who's convinced of a malicious intent behind the dish. Teaming up with Dani, the duo dives into the sizzling heart of the food industry, racing against time to unearth the truth, vindicate Stephanie, and possibly catch a cunning saboteur. Savory secrets, high stakes, and a dash of romance are the prime ingredients in this thrilling installment. Join Dani and the team as they whisk through a world where recipes are more than just meals; they're motives. Discover the tantalizing tales of the Chef Dani Rosetti Cozy Mystery Series in this 13th serving by a two-time USA Today Bestselling Author.
This book is part of the Chef Dani Rosetti Books series and is book #13 in the series.