Caridad Piñeiro

Now a Hallmark Channel original movie From New York Times Bestselling Author Caridad Pi eiro and Hallmark Publishing comes a story about rival quincea eras, glorious Cuban cooking, friendship, family ties--and romance. Two chefs are catering the fifteenth birthday parties of two girls who are definitely not friends. Only one of the celebrations will be chosen to be featured in the local paper. And both chefs have something to prove. Tony Sanchez, the established executive chef of a New York restaurant, is on a long-overdue visit home to Miami. He's committed to making the celebration the best it can be--for the sake of his niece, the rest of his family, and his reputation. Sara Kelly hadn't known much about quincea eras before she agreed to cater one for her niece. It's a chance to both help her family and to promote her brand-new restaurant in Miami. From her Cuban sister-in-law, Sara learns about quince traditions, appreciating the meaning behind them. When Tony was growing up, Sara was his best friend's little sister; now, he sees her in a very different light. But his last relationship with another chef ended in disaster...and Sara knows that, once the parties are over, he'll be gone. Can either of them entertain the idea of a new romance? This irresistible romance includes a free Hallmark original recipe for Tres Leches Cake with Banana and Coconut.

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