The Scent of Laurel

<p><strong>The Scent of Laurel</strong></p><p>Originally published in Germany as <em>Lorbeerluft-eine kulinarische Liebesgeschichte in </em><strong><em>Barcelona</em></strong> this novel has captivated <strong>readers with over 200 five-star reviews</strong>. Now available in <strong>English</strong> for the first time.</p><p><em>One cannot discover new oceans unless one has the courage to lose sight of the shore.</em></p><p>After a crushing disappointment at a <strong>Michelin-starred restaurant</strong> in Munich top chef Luisa is forced to rethink everything. Haunted by doubts about her future and her complicated relationship with her mother she takes a leap of faith and moves to <strong>Barcelona</strong> to take over her cousin's restaurant.</p><p><em>But there's a catch-her first love Aurelio is now her business partner.</em></p><p><strong>Two culinary worlds collide</strong>: <strong>refined gourmet cuisine</strong> meets the bold rustic flavors of <strong>Catalan cooking</strong>. As they battle over the menu <strong>passion rekindles</strong>-in the kitchen and beyond. But when mysterious events begin to threaten her career and reputation Luisa must question everything.</p><p><em>Is Aurelio working against her or is he the ally she so desperately needs?</em></p><p>Determined to <strong>prove herself</strong> Luisa fights for her restaurant and her <strong>dream</strong>. But will she find success on her own terms? <strong>And can love triumph over ambition and mistrust?</strong></p><p>A <strong>heartwarming and passionate novel</strong> filled with <strong>love culinary intrigue and the vibrant flavors of Barcelona</strong>. Perfect for fans of <strong>second-chance romance</strong> <strong>foodie fiction</strong> and <strong>women's fiction with strong female leads</strong>.</p>