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A memoir of love and loss set in the picturesque Sicilian countryside. This captivating story follows Tembi Locke's journey as she discovers the healing power of food, family, and unexpected grace in her darkest hours. Despite facing disapproval from her husband's family, Tembi and her husband built a life in LA with their adopted daughter. But when her husband faces a fatal illness, Tembi embarks on a journey to Sicily with their daughter to piece together a life without him. Through shared meals and traditions, she finds solace and nourishment, and reflects on their incredible love story. This raw and heartfelt memoir uplifts readers and is a powerful reminder that life is delicious.