Earthy, magical, and utterly charming, this tale of family life in turn-of-the-century Mexico became a best-selling phenomenon with its winning blend of poignant romance and bittersweet wit. The classic love story takes place on the De la Garza ranch, as the tyrannical owner, Mama Elena, chops onions at the kitchen table in her final days of pregnancy. While still in her mother's womb, her daughter to be weeps so violently she causes an early labor, and little Tita slips out amid the spices and fixings for noodle soup. This early encounter with food soon becomes a way of life, and Tita grows up to be a master chef. She shares special points of her favorite preparations with listeners throughout the story.

Reading now so should be ready to go in a few days... =)

1/28 - Finished this today. It was an okay book. From the position Tita and Pedro are in from the beginning, you can't really blame them for their actions. It's always interesting to see the differences in culture and eras. All the recipes were interesting though a lot more time-consuming than anything I'll ever try to make! =) Overall, it didn't knock my socks off but I didn't hate it either...

Offered up on the female author relay! =)

*Accepted by wendy8869 (will mail next week) =)

Released on Friday, February 06, 2004 at CasualReader's Book Relay site in n/a, Bookrelay Controlled Releases.

In the mail this afternoon ~ Hope you enjoy it! =)

Yay! Book finally received today! I cant wait to read it! Thanx!

I found it in a used bookstore that raises money for the library -- they charge 50 cents. Of course, it should be free, but the money goes to a good book-related cause.

CAUGHT IN LA HABRA CALIFORNIA UNITED STATES