Taste Of Love
- Reads 109
- Votes 1
- Parts 21
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?
All Rights Reserved
#996
chef
Join the largest storytelling communityGet personalized story recommendations, save your favourites to your library, and comment and vote to grow your community.
You may also like
Waters of Oblivion
Sometimes you just might have to die to live again. ***** When art historian Reine Baldwin meets Gabe Moran, a charming journalist, she has no idea their blossoming love will shatter her comfortable life. But a series of clues lead Reine to discover that she's not alone in knowing that she was born centuries ago and-worse yet-there are many things she apparently doesn't even remember. Reine has to face a forgotten past and a forgotten ex-husband (the handsome billionaire Max Baldovini), who-like her-is immortal and cannot truly die. Should she trade her ordinary life with Gabe for the love of Max, a man who's worshipped her for half a millennium? The choice should be easy, until Reine starts to remember things that Max is desperate to make her forget. [[word count: 100,000-150,000 words]]Complete
Sugar Lips
STORY IS *American English* When housekeeper Everleigh Kingston stumbles into billionaire Jaxon Van Dolce, the last thing she expected was to find him gloriously naked. But one thing that came out of the embarrassing situation - was VIP tickets to the hottest club in town. When her night out turns into a violent confrontation with a drunk, Jaxon not only comes to her rescue, but demands something in return. Everleigh is about to see just how ruthless Jaxon can be. Pretend to be his girlfriend upon visiting his pretentious mother or risk losing her job. Determined not to date the gold diggers that his mother has lined up for him, Jaxon and Everleigh put on a show worth talking about at the dinner table.Complete
The New Assistant
As the CEO of one of the largest investment firms in New York City, Ryan had always been used to getting what he wanted, when he wanted it. He was accustomed to barking orders at his assistants and expecting them to be carried out immediately, without question. So when he hired Mia, a young and ambitious college graduate, as his new assistant, he expected nothing less than the utmost efficiency and subservience from her. Despite Ryan's constant demands and harsh criticisms, Mia refused to back down. She met his gruffness with quiet determination and a fierce intelligence that began to impress even Ryan. An unlikely bond began to form between the wealthy, arrogant businessman and his hardworking assistant. Slowly but surely, Ryan found himself drawn to Mia and Mia began to see past Ryan's rough exterior to the vulnerable man underneath. As they worked side by side, day in and day out, the initial animosity between them turned into a smoldering attraction that threatened to ignite into something more. But with their vast differences in social status and upbringing, could their growing feelings for each other ever hope to overcome the obstacles in their way?Complete
The Billionaire's Irresistible Enemy
When up-and-coming fashion mogul Luna learns her company is on the brink of financial ruin, she strikes a business deal with self-made billionaire consultant Colton, who also happens to be her sworn enemy. Standalone in The Billionaire's Sweet Trouble series *** As the co-owner of a rising fashion company and daughter of a billionaire, everything appears to be going right for Luna Stavrakos. She's partnered in business with her dashing fiancé, Barry, and set for global expansion. But when financial challenges in the company pose a threat to their future, Luna desperately searches for a business consultant to navigate the storm. Who she doesn't expect to find is charming, strikingly handsome billionaire Colton Treble. The only problem? Colton is Luna's sworn enemy, and the last person Luna wants to work with. Colton's held a flame for Luna since college, even though he's buried it with playboy antics. When he discovers Luna is engaged to Barry, a man he knows has bad intentions, he promptly agrees to help save her business-and save Luna from her engagement in the process. As they're forced to work long hours together, their intense animosity shifts into something deeper. But with Colton lying about his true plan, will Luna get the fairy tale ending she's been chasing in business and in love, or will everything crumble around her?Complete
WAVE
After surviving a tsunami together, art collector Genevieve and CEO Tristan face endless hurdles back home in the shape of vengeful exes and dark family secrets. ***** On the night before her entire life is changed, Genevieve Harding finds herself walking along Thailand's shoreline with a handsome stranger she only knows from magazine covers and newspaper headlines. Billionaire businessman Tristan Maddox is handsome and charming and it's not long before sparks fly. When tragedy strikes the next morning, their instant connection is tested in a way they never could have predicted. With their attraction pulling them together while a devastating tsunami knocks their lives into chaos, the two find themselves bound together by their shared experience. But upon returning home, life quickly becomes just as difficult as survival was. It's not long before secrets from the past and heartbreaking lies throw them back into rocky waters, threatening to tear them apart all over again. *Wattpad HQ's Editor's Pick - 2022* Content warning: This story contains mature sexual content and graphic scenes depicting a natural disaster and PTSD that comes from it. Also contains themes of blackmail and murder.Complete
Simmering Rivalry
In the fiercely competitive world of haute cuisine, two talented chefs find themselves locked in a heated battle for culinary supremacy. Amelia Durand, a classically trained prodigy with impeccable technique, faces off against Jack Reeves, a self-taught innovator known for his daring flavor combinations. Their quest for the coveted Michelin star sets the stage for a sizzling rivalry that will test their skills, values, and hearts. As their paths continually cross in the cutthroat culinary scene, Amelia and Jack's clashes over cooking philosophies and methods become legendary. Their contrasting approaches-Amelia's adherence to time-honored traditions versus Jack's boundary-pushing creativity-spark intense debates and fuel their determination to outdo one another. Fate intervenes when they're thrust together to collaborate on a high-profile charity event. Forced to work side by side, they begrudgingly discover unexpected common ground. As they pool their talents, their initial hostility slowly gives way to a grudging respect and admiration for each other's unique abilities. Just as they begin to see each other in a new light, a scandal erupts, threatening to tarnish both their reputations. With their careers on the line, Amelia and Jack must set aside their differences and work together to clear their names. This shared adversity brings them closer, and their professional rivalry begins to simmer into something more personal and profound. As they navigate the complexities of their evolving relationship, Amelia and Jack find themselves caught between their competitive instincts and their growing attraction. The cutthroat nature of their careers constantly tests their newfound connection, forcing them to question their priorities and reexamine their definitions of success.Complete
The Billionaire's Cinderella
The hottest night in my life became a nightmare when she ran away in the middle of making out with me, and worse, after that night, I couldn't bring myself to turn on to any other woman. But this woman is gone. No one knows who she was. She ran away like Cinderella. Months later I found out I still can turn on, but only to one specific woman. But to say she was stubborn is an understatement. No matter what I did to her, she thought of it because I was her boss' best friend. When I made a plan to make her mine, I found out that she was my Cinderella. Now I know who you really are. No more running away from me, Cinderella. I will make you mine. First chapter published on July 13th, 2022Complete
The Sweetest Victory - Intertwined Series
*** This was my first contemporary romance novel I wrote back in 2013. *** Victory Clarke, a hopeful rising star in Toronto's culinary scene, is no stranger to hard times, but with the launch of her first restaurant on the horizon, her future's finally looking bright. After a chance meeting with the chief architect she's only interacted with through emails, succumbing to the temptation of Gage-no matter how undeniable their chemistry-could be disastrous. Victory's priorities extend only to focus on her best friend's upcoming wedding, ensuring Soleil is a formidable success, and not much else. Though she isn't adverse the notion of being lovers, simple attraction gives way to explosive passion, still wounded from a brutal relationship that ended in bitter betrayal, Victory's heart bears too many scars for her to let go and move on. Ryder "Gage" Donovan, born into a prestigious Hollywood family, chose architecture over acting. Handsome and passionate, he's determined to wear the sultry Victory down. When their sizzling fling veers unexpectedly towards something deeper, Gage gets an offer from a billionaire in Abu Dhabi with an opportunity of a lifetime. A dream come true that would require him to relocate for the better part of one, if not two years. Realizing that the pursuit of his dreams could mean the end of his relationship before it's even started, as Victory's past unexpectedly returns, threatening to destroy everything she's achieved, Gage intends to fight for the woman he loves. No matter the cost. Can Victory find the courage to do the same?Complete
His fake assistant
When a bubbly farmer Faye gets sent on a mission by her best friend, the infamous journalist Elizabeth Venice. Faye finds herself in New York City, on an important mission to find Mason William's weakness. The ruthless billionaire shakes up the whole city, and makes everyone tremble. Could Faye possibly come closer to him as his assistant... his fake assistant. Or, does his weakness end up being her all along? Mason, who has a beast inside, finds his heart finally beating when he is around Faye.Complete
365 Days with the Celebrity
Ariel Lee has been stuck for years in a dead-end job as an assistant chef. Struggling to meet ends meet in a life of poverty while raising her young son whose father left them for another woman, their lives would soon change when she narrowly won a coveted one-year contract with a year-end prize of a million dollars to be a full-time, in-house chef for world-renowned megastar singer, Leon Waltz, whose handsome model looks and sexy dance moves have women from all over the world swooning after. Ariel's stay at his penthouse soon proves to be challenging as she unravels behind-the-scenes of Leon's true personality beneath his glamour facade - his outrageously lavish but troubled lifestyle of alcohol and women, his unpredictable outbursts, and his frequent ruthless threats to fire her each time she failed to deliver to his satisfaction. Little did both of them realise that their relationship would blossom outside the bounds of a boss and employee as they got to know each other deeper in time, where feelings develop into a forbidden territory that neither wanted to succumb to. A life-changing incident and utter confusion would soon propel Ariel to re-evaluate her entire relationship with Leon and her purpose in life, forcing her to choose - either to stay on and be with Leon or walk away from him before the end of her contract, which would mean forfeiting her prize. *Selected by Asians-in-Literature in Romance *Listed in Best Books Recommendation by @Aparna_Bhagat First Edition: 2017 Second Edition: 2022 This book is a prequel to Life Without You: https://www.wattpad.com/story/141654413-life-without-youComplete
Sometimes you just might have to die to live again. ***** When art historian Reine Baldwin meets Gabe Moran, a charming journalist, she has no idea their blossoming love will shatter her comfortable life. But a series of clues lead Reine to discover that she's not alone in knowing that she was born centuries ago and-worse yet-there are many things she apparently doesn't even remember. Reine has to face a forgotten past and a forgotten ex-husband (the handsome billionaire Max Baldovini), who-like her-is immortal and cannot truly die. Should she trade her ordinary life with Gabe for the love of Max, a man who's worshipped her for half a millennium? The choice should be easy, until Reine starts to remember things that Max is desperate to make her forget. [[word count: 100,000-150,000 words]]
More detailsContent Guidelines