A Taste of Sage: A Novel

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Winner of the International Latino Book Award for Best NovelRomance

From talented new writer Yaffa S. Santos, a hilarious and heartwarming rom-com about chefs, cooking, love, and self-discoverya cross between The Hating Game and Sweetbitter

Lumi Santana is a chef with the gift of synesthesiashe can perceive a persons emotions by tasting their cooking. Despite being raised by a single mother who taught her that dreams and true love were silly fairy tales, she takes a chance and puts her heart and savings into opening a fusion restaurant in Manhattan. The restaurant offers a mix of the Dominican cuisine she grew up with and other world cuisines that have been a source of culinary inspiration to her.

When Lumis venture fails, she is forced to take a position as a sous chef at a staid French restaurant in midtown owned by Julien Dax, a celebrated chef known for his acid tongue and brilliant smile. Lumi and Julien dont get along in the kitchen and she secretly vows never to taste his cooking. Little does she know that her resolve doesnt stand a chance against his culinary prowess.

As Julien produces one delectable dish after another, Lumi can no longer resist his creations. She isnt prepared for the intense feelings that follow, throwing a curveball in her plan to move on as soon as possible. Plus, theres the matter of Esme, Juliens receptionist, who seems to always be near and watching. As the attraction between Lumi and Julien simmers, Lumi experiences a tragedy that not only complicates her professional plans, but her love life as well...

Clever, witty, and romantic, A Taste of Sage will delight and entertain until the last page.

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"This sweet and spicy tale will bring out the romantic epicurean in all who pull it off the shelves." Booklist "Santoss debut blends the rare but real condition of synesthesia into a fast-paced. . .romance. The recipes throughout make this a perfect recommendation to those checking out cookbooks with their romances." Library Journal This delightful debut charms the reader with its unique conflict, savory dishes, and engaging characters that warm your heart. Priscilla Oliveras, USA Today Bestselling author of Island Affair

Author Bio

Yaffa S. Santos was born and raised in New Jersey. A solo trip to Dominican Republic in her teenage years changed her relationship to her Dominican heritage and sparked a passion for cooking and its singular ability to bring people together. Yaffa is a graduate of Sarah Lawrence College, where she studied writing and visual art. She is a member of RWA. She has lived in New York, Philadelphia, Santo Domingo, and now lives in Florida with her family.