About the book...
Redemption is a dish best served warm . . .
Retired Michelin-star chef Griff Barlow has lost his appetite. He’s done with grief, guilt and the beige slop they dare call food at Sunny Glen Aged Care Facility, where he now resides.
Life’s given him all the lemons he can handle – so he breaks into the nursing home kitchen to bake himself one last tart. It’s supposed to be his final meal, but the act of cooking stirs a dormant joy. Soon, he’s regularly sneaking in after dark, serving up flavour and comfort to his fellow residents. Yet behind the apron is a lie so big it could destroy the one thing he has left to protect . . .
Meanwhile, Griff’s younger sister, Lisa, is navigating a new ADHD diagnosis and the spark of an unexpected romance. Despite their fractured sibling relationship, she dutifully visits Griff, though she knows hope of a reconciliation is gone, buried in the silence between them.
But the truth has a way of boiling over – and when secrets, soufflés and second chances collide, they may discover a recipe for forgiveness.
About the author...
What's Inside?
A signed book - ''When Lemons Give You Life' by Anna Johnston.
A candle - Taking inspiration from scents mentioned in the novel, this blend of Apple & Cinnamon is a warm aroma of freshly baked apples and cinnamon with notes of nutmeg and vanilla.
An alcoholic beverage - Bella Limoncello Spritz - Made in Melbourne, this Spritz is a unique blend of Australian wine and natural lemons sourced from Sicily and the African Continent combine to create a vibrant and lush aperitif.
or a non-alcoholic beverage - Noot Non-Alcoholic Limoncello Spritz - Bursting with vibrant Sicilian lemon, this sun-soaked spritz blends sweet citrus and tangy zest with a lively, sparkling finish.
A treat - Jen’s Anzac Biscuits - Made by a family-owned business, these biscuits were inspired by the Anzac biscuits and baked goods in the story. Settle in, light a candle and enjoy.
