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    Home / News / Lifestyle News / Fiction with culinary twist: Books that combine food and tales
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    Fiction with culinary twist: Books that combine food and tales

    By Anujj Trehaan
    Mar 27, 2024
    09:14 am

    What's the story

    Exploring the world of culinary fiction offers a unique blend of storytelling and gastronomy that can be particularly delightful for readers in their 20s.

    This genre serves up narratives where food is as much a character as the protagonists themselves.

    The following books are chosen for their ability to combine the art of cuisine with engaging plots, providing a literary feast for epicurean enthusiasts.

    Book 1

    'Lunch in Paris: A Love Story, with Recipes'

    Lunch in Paris: A Love Story, with Recipes by Elizabeth Bard, is a memoir that marries the delights of romance with the adventure of French cooking.

    Readers are invited to share in Bard's tale of love and culinary discovery.

    The book serves up a series of recipes that have punctuated her journey, offering an intimate glimpse into significant moments that define her life.

    Book 2

    'The School of Essential Ingredients'

    The School of Essential Ingredients by Erica Bauermeister presents the journey of eight cooking class students, each seeking personal growth.

    As they learn the culinary arts, their individual quests for fulfillment intertwine.

    Their narratives combine as seamlessly as the ingredients they cook with, painting a vivid picture of their shared experience and the life lessons learned in the warmth of the kitchen.

    Book 3

    'Dying for Chocolate'

    In Dying for Chocolate, Diane Mott Davidson blends culinary arts with mystery.

    Goldy Bear, a caterer, finds herself amidst crimes. While serving delicious treats, she also deciphers clues that are cleverly nestled within her recipes.

    These dishes do more than tantalize the taste buds—they're key to unlocking the puzzles she encounters, making each chapter a recipe for intrigue and suspense.

    Book 4

    'Delicious!'

    Delicious! by Ruth Reichl is a captivating novel that follows a young woman's journey of self-discovery through the culinary world.

    After landing a job at a renowned food magazine, she embarks on an adventure filled with rich flavors and experiences.

    The protagonist's emotional growth is mirrored in the sumptuous meals she encounters, all depicted with Reichl's deep knowledge as a seasoned food critic.

    Book 5

    'The Hundred-Foot Journey'

    The Hundred-Foot Journey by Richard C. Morais is a compelling narrative about an Indian family who opens a quaint restaurant in the heart of France, just a stone's throw from a celebrated Michelin-starred French bistro.

    The story deliciously unfolds themes of intense rivalry, vivid cultural exchanges, and heartfelt reconciliation.

    At the same, it immerses the reader in richly detailed accounts of Indian and French culinary traditions.

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