Murder, meddling aunties, and adobo? Sure, why not.

This cozy mystery follows Lila, who moves back home post-breakup to help out at her Tita Rosie's struggling restaurant. But when a food critic (and her ex, because of course) keels over after eating her dessert, Lila suddenly becomes the prime suspect. With a detective who seems to have skipped the "investigation" part of detective school and no choice but to clear her name, Lila dives into amateur sleuthing, all while navigating small-town drama and nonstop meddling aunties.

The food in this book is everything: comforting, vibrant, and described so well I was practically drooling. I loved the mix of cultures and cuisines, and honestly, I wanted to eat my way through every page. That said, the plot was a little far-fetched at times (seriously, the detective jumped to some conclusions), but I was here for the twists, the fun, and the cozy vibes.