Mia Chen's fusion cuisine has always been her secret ingredient for success-traditional Chinese techniques folded together with fresh Vermont flavors. Running her grandmother's beloved food truck in the heart of Whisperwind Valley was supposed to be her fresh start, a chance to share her heritage one steaming plate at a time. But when the prestigious Golden Whisk Competition brings food lovers, rival chefs, and big-city judges to her doorstep, the pressure to prove herself reaches a boiling point. Suddenly, the spotlight on Mia's kitchen feels less like an opportunity and more like a danger. Whispers of sabotage swirl through the crisp autumn air. Rivals circle, secrets simmer, and every competitor seems to have something to hide. In a small town where gossip spreads faster than steam from a dumpling basket, Mia must balance long hours in the kitchen with protecting the business-and family legacy-she's built from scratch. Packed with small-town charm, colorful suspects, and mouth-watering food descriptions, The Last Soufflé is a cozy mystery that blends culinary drama with a dash of danger. Perfect for readers who savor amateur sleuths, authentic cultural detail, and family bonds as rich as the flavors on the page. Includes traditional recipes to bring the story's kitchen to yours.