After her adventure uncovering a murderer, Lucy Moretti is back to business at the Italian restaurant she owns and operates in Boston’s historic North End neighborhood. Lucy and her best friend, Ally Pope, are ready to do all the hard work it takes to put their restaurant on the map. In fact, Ally has recently been nominated for the Outstanding Young Chef award, given every year to an executive chef under thirty. Will Lucy’s jealousy divide the long time friends?

Between wrangling employees and crazy customers, Lucy doesn’t have much time for anything else, especially not after reluctantly adding a kitten to the mix. But Lucy’s neighbor, Lucas, soon discovers a document that may change everything. He claims to own the building that holds both Alba, Lucy’s restaurant, and her home. Even worse, he accuses Lucy’s grandfather of a long-ago murder. Will Lucy be able to uncover the truth in time to save her livelihood, and her family’s reputation? Join Lucy and Ally as they work to uncover the secrets hidden by family, long ago.

Includes recipe and cooking techniques!