The Kitchen Daughter - By Jael McHenry

Here’s a blurb about our novel of the week, so you people know what you’re getting yourself into with this page turner… After her parents’ sudden passing, shy 26 year old Ginny Selvaggio does what any sensible Italian granddaughter would do: she cooks her feelings. But when the spicy steam from Nonna’s soup conjures up Nonna’s ghost with a dramatic half warning and a vanishing act, things get deliciously complicated. Meanwhile, her take charge sister “Demanda” is bulldozing plans to sell the family home, and Ginny starts uncovering hidden letters, mystery women in old photos, and secrets tucked into the chimney. She may be a wizard with mozzarella, but to get the truth she’ll need to sauté, simmer, and straight up summon the dearly departed for answers. 

Novels & Nibbles chosen recipe from this apparitional story crafts a comida delicioso with Aji de Gallina. Slow cooked shredded chicken gets tossed in a bold, creamy ají pepper sauce with garlic, onion, stock, evaporated milk, and a scandalous sprinkle of parmesan lounging over boiled potatoes, topped with Peruvian black olives, hard boiled eggs, and a confetti of cilantro. 

Comfort food with a little attitude! Come on by and taste for yourself.

$17.95

2/25/2026 – 3/01//2026