Didn't You Use to Be Queenie B?

In this heartwarming novel, a once-celebrated chef, Regina Benuzzi, known as Queenie B, has retreated from her glamorous life after a public downfall, leaving behind her husband, son, and fame. Meanwhile, local line cook Gale Carmichael, newly sober and struggling to get by, unexpectedly finds himself in Regina's soup kitchen, where he is drawn to the exquisite meals being served. Recognizing their shared struggles, Regina mentors Gale, reigniting her culinary passion while guiding him toward his big break on the cooking show Cut! As Gale prepares to step into the spotlight, Regina faces the possibility of reemerging from her self-imposed exile.