Arsenic and Adobo By Mia P. Manansala [English Novel]

Arsenic and Adobo by Mia P. Manansala is a delightful and heartwarming cozy mystery that blends humor, food, family, and a bit of sleuthing. The story centers on Lila Macapagal, a Filipino American woman who has inherited her family’s restaurant in Chicago’s Little Manila. Lila is passionate about cooking her mother’s traditional dishes, especially adobo, but her life takes a dramatic turn when a food critic dies after eating a tamale she prepared during a local competition. Suddenly, Lila finds herself entangled in a murder investigation where she must use her resourcefulness, sharp wit, and cultural insights to clear her name and uncover the real culprit. Along the way, she navigates friendships, love interests, quirky community characters, and the pressures of running a beloved neighborhood eatery. Rich with culinary details, cultural pride, and light-hearted mystery, Arsenic and Adobo offers readers a satisfying mix of tasty storytelling and clever detective work.