by Peter Mayle
First published 2022
Peter Mayle has traded the lavender fields of Provence for the rolling hills of Tuscany. Settling into a charming villa, he's eager to savor the local cuisine and culture. But when a rival chef sets out to undermine his new restaurant, Peter must navigate the quirks of Italian bureaucracy and the machinations of small-town politics to protect his dream. As setbacks mount, he discovers the joy of simple pleasures and the importance of community. Infused with Mayle's signature wit and wisdom, this heartwarming tale celebrates the beauty and flavor of la dolce vita.
Genres: fiction, travel, contemporary, food-and-drink
Vibes: heartwarming, intimate, witty
Tropes: fish-out-of-water, found-family
Setting: Italy, Provence
Period: 20th-century, 21st-century
88 pages · Paperback · Independently published