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In the early 1960s, chemist Elizabeth Zott faces a male‑dominated research institute that dismisses equality, except for her colleague Calvin Evans, a Nobel‑nominated scientist who admires her intellect. After a break‑up, Zott becomes a single mother and appears on the popular television cooking program *Supper at Six*. She blends scientific precision with culinary art—adding a tablespoon of acetic acid to a pinch of salt—to create recipes that revolutionize home cooking. Her success draws a wide audience, but it also attracts critics who fear her influence. Beyond teaching kitchen skills, Zott uses her platform to empower women to challenge the status quo.
First publish date: 2022
Genre: Literary Fiction/Contemporary Literary Fiction
Authors: Bonnie Garmus
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