Taste Of Love
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In the cutthroat world of Michelin-starred kitchens, Chef Leo Valente is a legend-a culinary genius haunted by a ruthless rival and obsessed with perfection. His greatest challenge isn't a dish, but his brilliant, chaotic sous chef, Amelia Hayes, whose passion for food rivals her talent for charming disaster. When a critical review and the ghost of Leo's past threaten to burn down "The Gilded Spoon," the heat between them ignites into a kiss that shatters all professional boundaries. But as Leo struggles to deny their undeniable chemistry, a charming stranger enters the scene, appreciating Amelia's raw talent and tempting her with a life beyond the kitchen's walls. Will Leo finally admit his feelings, or will his own guarded heart-and the bitter taste of jealousy-cost him the woman who holds the secret recipe to his love?
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Win the prestigious culinary competition Course des chefs and be elected the "Best apprentice chef" in the world. This is the dream of Amelia Caufield, a dishwasher, albeit in the restaurant of one of the hottest chefs of the moment: Allen Bearly. As happens in fairy tales, one day Allen calls her to teach her all the tricks of the trade starting from scratch, with the intention of demonstrating that even a novice can become an expert thanks to willpower. But the road to success is not exactly as fairytale as Amelia imagined. Commitment is not enough and distractions are always around the corner...If you also add the chef's charm, a few arguments and the sweet taste of macarons, disaster is (almost) guaranteed! ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ This novel is available on Amazon in italian language
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