APÉRITIF [a·pe·ri·tif] noun // An aperitif is a light alcoholic drink typically consumed before a meal to stimulate the appetite. It is meant to prepare the palate for the flavors of the upcoming food. The term is derived from the Latin word "aperire," which means "to open," reflecting its role in opening up the dining experience. In the aftermath of heartbreak, chef Carmy faces a choice - stick with his disastrous past or embrace a promising future amid the chaos of his kitchen. Juggling an up-and-coming restaurant and a self-sabotaging love life, he meets someone new. Just like an aperitif opens the appetite, will this girl be the intoxicating sip that opens up Carmy to a new course, or will she only by a fleeting taste to keep him occupied for his first true love? ------ This is a Carmy x Y/N ff. With mature themes.
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