From Scratch

A tale of love, loss, and healing in the Italian countryside, where one woman discovers the healing powers of food, family, and unexpected grace in her darkest hour. It was love at first sight when Tembi met professional chef Saro on a street in Florence. There was just one problem: Saro's traditional Sicilian family did not approve of him marrying an American actress. Unfazed, the couple forged ahead and built a happy life together in Los Angeles with fulfilling careers, deep friendships, and their daughter Zola. But all that changed when Saro faced formidable cancer. Rewritten in a humorous tone: Love at First Sight When Tembi met Saro on a street in Florence, there was just one problem: his traditional Sicilian family didn't approve of him marrying an American actress—an actress no less! However, the couple undeterred by this setback forges ahead - but only three years later Tembi must rebuild her life after his passing.