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Spices of passion - The charming cook of chef Isabella The beginning of a celebration
IsabellaI leaned over the plate, cleaning it well before putting it in the bowl Ruth had put me in to help her with. I didn't know I missed the routine of a kitchen so much until I found myself back at work, surrounded by all that delicious bustle. I looked up to find Gustaf on the other side of the kitchen, finishing a dessert with a caramel dome. He was concentrating on placing the caramel perfectly on the mousse, taking care not to break it.As soon as he had finished, he looked in my direction, giving me a discreet smile, as if he guessed I was watching him."He was very happy to see you," Ruth commented, finishing off a plate."I had no idea he'd bring me here today," I admitted."Have you two been together long? "one of the waitresses nearby asked.For a moment I didn't know how to answer that question, in theory Gustaf and I weren't even together. Or were we? "We've been getting to know each other better over the last few days "I chose a safe answer.It was true, we were bot
Spices of passion - The charming cook of chef Isabella Here in the car?
IsabellaDinner was delicious in every way, it was amazing how we never ran out of things to talk about, everything happened naturally between the two of us.It took about an hour and a half before we left the restaurant and headed back to the North Pole."Really, I've never seen anyone debone a quail with such agility "Gustaf commented as we drove home."That's my cooking and restaurant skills teacher's fault," I said as I got rid of my gloves and scarf.The temperature inside the car was quite pleasant and I was already starting to sweat with all those layers of clothing."We were in our second poultry lesson, we'd already worked with chickens and I'd hated deboning them, so when I learned that I'd have to do the same with such a small bird, I was indignant and made a point of showing my indignation to the teacher "I let out a small laugh at the memory."You showed your indignation to your teacher? Did you? "Gustaf gave me an amused look."I only realized it had been a mistake when
Spices of passion - The charming cook of chef Isabella Sugar
IsabelleAfter Katherine's arrival, the days passed quickly. Gwen and Zachary hired a helper for the guesthouse, and enjoyed more time in our company. Unfortunately, this meant that I had very little time with Gustaf, who avoided Zack's aunt at all costs, and as the Christmas party approached, I found myself busy buying ingredients for the party menu, often speaking to him only by text.I stretched out on the bed, rolling around in the soft blankets, observing the cozy room. I had gone to bed late the night before, making a complete list of everything Zachary would need to pick up in Fairbanks today. Some ingredients were very hard to come by in Alaska, and I found them in only one place in town. I picked up my cell phone from the bedside table, grimacing a little when I noticed that it was already past seven. For the past few days, Gustaf had been arriving very early, preparing breakfast for the guests and leaving at exactly seven, when everything was served.I doubted he was even e
Spices of passion - The charming cook of chef Isabella The worst father ever
Isabelle "It's my father!"I thought you didn't have contact "I felt Gustaf's gaze on me."We don't!In my mind, several thoughts danced in disarray. What could he want? Why are you calling me? "Aren't you going to answer it? It could be important "Gustaf snapped me out of my reverie. ""Yes, it'll be quick," I assured him before accepting the video call.His face soon appeared on the screen, his hair was grayer than I remembered and his unshaven beard gave him a more tired look than I usually displayed."Good afternoon, girl "Logan greeted me before I could say anything.He's in a good mood, but that doesn't explain the call. He didn't call me even when I suffered a concussion after a car accident last year. Hugo Diaz spent the night with me in hospital, since he, and not my father, is my emergency contact."Good morning, Logan.Silence reigned between us for a few seconds, neither of us used to talking, and the subject didn't come naturally. "Is everything all right? Did somethin
Spices of passion - The charming cook of chef Isabella Everyone needs closure
IsabelleI kept my eyes closed in silence. I didn't want to move, feeling a little comforted by everything that had happened.It took a while before the noise of my friends' car sounded, announcing their return. I knew I wouldn't have an explanation for that scene if Gwen saw us, but I wasn't willing to move, so I did the only thing I could to keep Gustaf away. I pretended to be asleep."Izzy, are you there? I saw some... "Zachary's voice interrupted as he opened the door and was faced with that scene.Gustaf moved before asking for silence. Soon after, he turned me over in bed, removing the arm that was under my head.I didn't want him to leave, but I decided to continue with my sleeping beauty performance."I'm sorry, she didn't have an easy morning "I heard Gustaf tell my friend "I think you'll know better how to help.I curled up in bed again, sighing as I remembered everything Logan had told me. I was trying to understand what I had done so wrong for them both to hate me like t
Spices of passion - The charming cook of chef Isabella Christmas Eve
GustafI was just getting out of the shower after another night in the kitchen. I felt frustrated in my role, of course, it was always great to work in a kitchen, but I couldn't progress.In this respect, I envied Izzy, who at such a young age already ran her own kitchen, while I, at thirty-five, couldn't even become the restaurant's patissier, settling for being just another pastry chef, despite being responsible for creating more than half of the place's current desserts.But I knew that I just needed a little patience, and in a few months I'd have saved enough to buy the place I wanted so much and start renovating it to set up my own patisserie, as I'd told Isabelle I would.Isabelle...How could someone have affected me so much in such a short period of time? After everything that happened with Pernilla, I thought I'd never fall in love with anyone again. But every moment with Izzy, I felt more complete. It was no longer as if a part of me was missing.But I couldn't forget that s
Spices of passion - The charming cook of chef Isabella You're my specialty
Gustaf"Unfortunately I couldn't get dessert "Izzy watched me with a smile on her face. I leaned in, kissing her mouth, pulling away when she started to increase the intensity."I can take care of this part "I stood up, picking up the plates from the floor and taking them to the counter. Izzy lay on the cushions scattered on the floor, watching me as I grabbed a piece of pie from the fridge. I watched her in that position, the black silk of her dress contrasting with her skin. Izzy Dempsey was a natural, and I've been lucky to have her at my disposal for the last few weeks!"What are you up to, Gustaf? "she mentioned getting up when she saw me approaching."Stay as you are," I ordered, bending down beside her.She alternated her gaze between the piece of pie in my hand and my own gaze, seeming not to know what to do. Finally, she propped herself up on her elbows, raising her torso a little to get a better look at me."Here, open your mouth "I leaned down next to her, taking a piece
Spices of passion - The charming cook of chef Isabella The best uncle in the universe
Isabelle I shifted in bed slowly as I came back to consciousness, opening my eyes to look at the wooden walls of Gustaf's hut. I turned on my back, seeing the mistletoe I had hung over the bed the night before. Gustaf was sleeping peacefully beside me, his heavy breathing revealing a deep sleep that made me smile.I settled down to take a closer look at him, feeling my heart beat faster as I remembered the night before. "You were the best thing that has happened to me in recent times" That sentence was engraved in my mind and made my stomach turn, in a good way. I never thought I'd fall in love with someone in such a short space of time, and yet, that's what was happening!"What time are you going to watch me sleep? "Gustaf stammered, still with his eyes closed."Well, now that you're awake, it's a bit difficult to keep watching you sleep. Unless I pass out," I pointed.Gustaf opened his eyes, giving me a warm look that set my heart racing even more."In that case, you'd be watchin
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