Celestial Banquet

Celestial Banquet by Roselle Lim is a vibrant young adult fantasy that blends heart-pounding competition with deep themes of family, love, and the meaning of home, all centered around the magic of food. The story follows Cai, a passionate and hot-headed young chef who finds herself in a once-in-a-generation contest known as the Celestial Banquet. Hosted by ancient and unpredictable gods, the competition invites the best chefs from across the continent to prepare extraordinary meals in hopes of winning the legendary Peaches of Immortality. The catch is brutal: those who fail may not live to cook another day.

Cai’s journey is not just about out-cooking the competition. It’s also about proving herself, fighting for the life she wants, and navigating unexpected feelings for two very different men along the way. Every challenge she faces pushes her further into a world where food is power, and every plate she presents carries the weight of her hopes, memories, and dreams.

Roselle Lim writes with warmth, humor, and a sensory richness that makes every dish leap off the page. The book is bursting with flavor, from the tense moments in the kitchen to the tender reflections on family and belonging. The competition may be deadly, but the heart of the story is deeply human.

Celestial Banquet is perfect for readers who love fierce heroines, emotional storytelling, and imaginative worlds where food carries more meaning than magic alone. It’s a joyful, delicious read that leaves you hungry for more.