Such a cute romance with lots of mouth watering dishes. I love foodie culture and as a grumpy and sunshine theme this is a great back drop. Spicy and the characters descriptions are wonderfully vivid. I love how detailed the cooking and behind the scenes of a high performing kitchen were written. I’ve worked in restaurants as front of house and from my vantage it was realistic. Perfect spring read.

Went into this blind, so I can’t say I expected anything in particular? I thought it was a slow burn, but man oh man…it was the slowest. It was an overall sweet love story (if closed-door romance is your thing..it’s not for me personally). I like the sprinkling (no pun intended) of culinary terms, etc throughout.

However, I was looking for more spice. Again, that’s just me personally.

It has been a while since I read a romance book that wasn’t classified as spicy- but this one was SO good! I can’t believe this was Waitlyn Andrew’s first book. I hope it’s her first of many because I will read every single one. Yes, Chef a true slow build romance and I savored every single page. I loved the characters just as much as I loved the restaurant aspect of this book. This story is perfect to become a movie and I hope it does! I am fascinated by the restaurant world and the romance was the perfect cherry on top! I absolutely loved this!

Claire is an American chef in Paris working at a restaurant that is striving for a Michelin star. A new head chef is brought in, also from America and there seems to be immediate conflict between Claire and the new chef, James. Over time James and Claire work closer and closer together and a relationship starts to develop.
This was a very fun read, especially since I was preparing to go to France while reading it. Always fun to associate a read with your real life. I loved the scenes when Claire and James would go to the market and speak with the food vendors and all of the amazing food that they describe making. It all sounded so delicious and if the restaurant was a real place I would definitely go there. There is definitely a grumpy sunshine vibe between Claire and James, except that James is only grumpy with Claire and generally acts like a golden retriever around everyone else, until the misunderstanding between them is cleared up. Then he is all in with Claire. This was a cute romcom and I would definitely recommend it especially if you are a foodie!

4.5 stars thanks to Netgalley and Waitlyn Andrews for the E-ARC. I cant believe it took me so long to read this book. I absolutely loooved everything about it. It gave all the feels. I laughed out loud so much that my son was like what are you laughing at. It was totally closed door and I was here for it. There is no breakup and I was double here for it. James Sullivan was life and seeing Claire grown into herself was just icing on the cake. Dont sleep on this like I did read this now.

*ahem*

❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥 I LOVED THIS ❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥

OMG, this read like a massive warm hug and while every review is subjective, my traumatised little hospitality heart ATE. THIS. UP!

Full review on Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/5836766779?book_show_action=false

~ Thank you Waitlyn Andrews and NetGalley for the ARC in exchange for my honest review ~

I wanted to like this book soo bad! I like nothing more than a good chef romance! But I just couldn't. I spent a while getting into it and it just wasn't for me.

Perfect afternoon read. I loved the characters and the chemistry they had. Def recommend this book to anyone looking for a feel good romantic comedy.

A rom-com set in Paris centered around two chefs? Yes, Please. I'm obsessed with cooking shows and this was a great supplement to my reality tv shows. The book was sweet. I enjoyed the characters and their banter or sometimes lack thereof. There were two beautiful settings and I enjoyed reading about Paris and the vineyard in Napa. It made me want to go to Paris immediately. The atmosphere of the book was lovely. Good, quick read to use as a palette cleanser in between more intense books. A detail I liked was both of the characters love for books. As a reader and lover of books I relate to characters more when we share interests.

The book was a little all over the place. I would have expected more focus on getting the Michelin Star, the menu and prep, etc.. I am ready to suspend belief when reading books like this but giving Claire and James' restaurant two Michelin Stars at the end feels like a stretch. I'm glad they were able to achieve their dreams together and it would have been enough for me for them to get their happy ending in Napa. It went from them being friends and Claire being annoyingly in her head about James to getting married way too fast. Some of the backstories felt unnecessary.

Thanks to NetGalley for giving me an arc in return for an honest review.

I honestly really enjoyed this. It’s a great palate cleanser after fantasy, and it was a quick read. Claire is a high strung chef living in Paris trying to make a name for herself away from her family. In comes James, the new head chef of the restaurant she’s working at. This is a slow burn, closed door relationship, and it was insanely cute.

I'm not sure if I'm coming off of a depressy mood because of the Netflix show I just finished, but this also made me some sort of emotional lol I absolutely loved James and Claire and this is the type of romance I love reading about. A nice slow burn and closed door. I'm also a major sucker for food themed romances. I was able to get to know James and Claire as individuals before they started dating, which I thought was nice and I was able to connect to them. They were both so supportive of each other and I was rooting for them the whole time. Who knew chefs have emotions?? lollll

This was definitely a great debut novel and I'm looking forward to Waitlyn's next book!

Thank you NetGalley and the publisher for my eARC.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for this eArc in exchange for my honest review! I enjoyed this book until about 75%, and then I just felt like the rest of the story wasn't necessary. I enjoyed the dynamic between Claire and James and loved the setting - who doesn't want to read about a high-end chef in Paris?! The third act is where it fell flat for me, but I truly enjoyed the story leading up to it, and would love to see what else Waitlyn Andrews does!

If you want an enjoyable read which will easily distract you, then this is the one for you! Whats a better combo than food and romance in the city of love!?

this is a charming and enjoyable romance centered around paris and food. while I would've liked to see a little more research go into some of this- the process to get a michelin star, parisian geography- this had a fun ensemble of characters and moved along nicely.

Thanks to Netgalley for sending me this arc! 3.5 stars

I kept referring to this book as Ratatouille but with humans because whenever I think about Paris and cooking, that's the first thing that comes to mind 😂

I enjoyed the slow burn, I do think the jump from James calling her by her name or chef to randomly calling her baby was extreme - it felt like he should've slipped up and said it or been embarrassed instead of it seeming like he had called her that for months already.

I loved the way food was described, and the sense of enthusiasm about cooking really shone through.

I wish there was a dual POV because a) I'm a sucker for them, and b) James came across as so aloof for half the book (until Evie came along), it would've been nice to see what he was thinking!

I'm not a fan of getting married off the back of someone else's wedding, so I wished that had happened in a slightly different way.

There was a lot of repetition, which worked in some areas but not in others - for example, James' wedding speech just didn't do it for me and I found myself skipping through it.

For a debut book, it was very enjoyable, but with a few tweaks it would've been perfect.

I thought this book was cute, and I really thought the premise was unique! I have been loving The Bear and wanted something to satisfy the reader in me.

Yes, Chef was at first a bit tough for me to get into. Waitlyn Andrews does such a stellar job with writing prose that fits the story perfectly and gives the perfect balance of emotions and the scenes happening without getting carried away with small details. The characters were extremely likeable, especially James Sullivan whom I despised for his rude nature at first but found myself falling in love with the blonde handsome head chef later on as the novel progressed. I would totally recommend!

Thank you Netgalley for this ARC!

A sweet romance with likeable characters. Nothing to deep but perfect for those times you just want to escape to somewhere nice and relaxed and to believe in love,

🍽️💕 Savor the Romance in "Yes, Chef" by Waitlyn Andrews 💕🍽️

If you're craving a delectable romantic read with a side of Parisian charm, look no further than "Yes, Chef" by Waitlyn Andrews! This delightful rom-com serves up a tantalizing blend of culinary escapades, workplace tension, and undeniable chemistry that left me hungry for more.

A Culinary Escape to Paris:
Step into the vibrant streets of Paris alongside Claire Richards, a determined chef with dreams of earning her Michelin star. Andrews beautifully captures the essence of the city's culinary scene, treating readers to mouthwatering descriptions of French cuisine and the bustling energy of the kitchen. As Claire navigates the challenges of running a restaurant abroad, I found myself swept away by the sights, sounds, and flavors of Paris.

Sizzling Chemistry and Romantic Tension:
When golden boy Chef James Sullivan enters the picture as Claire's new boss, the kitchen heats up in more ways than one. Their witty banter and undeniable chemistry kept me eagerly turning the pages, rooting for them to overcome their differences and embrace the possibility of love. Andrews skillfully balances the tension between Claire and James, creating a slow-burn romance that left me swooning until the very end.

A Nod to Classic Rom-Coms:
With its upbeat tone and charming characters, "Yes, Chef" channels the magic of a '90s romantic comedy while adding a modern twist. Claire's journey of self-discovery and romance unfolds against the backdrop of a Nancy Meyers-esque dream, complete with croissants, espresso, and plenty of romantic sparks. It's the perfect recipe for a heartwarming and entertaining read that will leave you smiling.

Overall, "Yes, Chef" is a delectable treat for fans of closed-door romances and Parisian adventures. So grab a copy, pour yourself a glass of wine, and get ready to fall head over heels in love with Claire and James's deliciously romantic story. Bon appétit!

This book was very unlike anything I normally read. It sounded fun and I needed something lighter to read after several dark and twisted books. This one delivered. The story was fun and kept me wanting to keep reading to see how it would play out. Highly recommend this book!