![]() ![]() The cause of death is initially diagnosed as arsenic poisoning. An ambulance is called and Derek later dies in the hospital. Halfway through his meal, Derek falls ill and collapses on the table. The story starts with Lila’s ex-boyfriend, Derek visiting the restaurant with his stepdad. A recipe for making adobo is even included in the back of the book. Among Its cuisine could be many Philippine delicacies such as the national dish, adobo, grilled meat in a spicy sauce, sinigang, a spicy meat and vegetable soup or for dessert “ube” purple ice cream with a flavor similar to Hawaiian taro. Like many Filipino restaurants, Rosie’s is a small and family style restaurant. Lila Malacang who together with other aunts and relatives is assisting her aunt Rosie in the restaurant business. Manansala introduces us to a world involving a Filipino community living in Shady Palms, a suburb just outside the city of Chicago. Mabuhay! or Welcome! to the first of a series of murder mysteries collectively known as the “Tita Rosie” series. Bob’s Pick: Arsenic and Adobo by Mia Manansala ![]()
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