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In the world of cozy mysteries, weddings and delicious recipes often go hand in hand, creating a delightful blend of suspense and culinary delights. Here are some recommendations for cozy mysteries that incorporate both themes, perfect for those who enjoy a good whodunit alongside tantalizing recipes.
First on our list is Death of a Wedding Cake Baker by Lee Hollis, part of the Hayley Powell Food and Cocktails Mystery Series. This book revolves around weddings and features tempting culinary details, making it an ideal choice for those seeking a wedding-themed cozy mystery.
Another great option is Jenn McKinlay's Wedding Cake Crumble, the tenth book in the Cupcake Bakery Mystery series. In this instalment, Maddy Montgomery, owner of Baby Cakes Bakery, is embroiled in a mystery when people hired to work at the wedding start turning up dead.
Diane Mott Davidson's The Last Suppers, the fourth book in the Goldy Schulz Mystery series, also offers a wedding-themed mystery. Goldy Schulz is ready to marry homicide detective Tom Schultz, but the festivities are marred by a series of murders, including that of Father Olson, the officiant for the wedding.
For those who prefer a broader culinary or cozy atmosphere, series like Lynn Cahoon’s Kitchen Witch Mysteries or other food-related cozy mysteries often include recipes and heartfelt settings, though they may not be strictly wedding-centered.
In Catherine Bruns' Frosted with Revenge, the fourth book in the Cookies & Chance Mystery series, Sally Muccio is about to marry the man of her dreams but finds herself a suspect in a random shooting during a taste testing.
The second book in the Death by Chocolate series, Death by Chocolate Malted Milkshake, sees Jake Tiptree and her best friend Ellie asked to bake a wedding whoopie pie for a Maine Island wedding. However, the wedding is marred by tragedy when the bride's ex is poisoned with a chocolate milkshake from Jake and Ellie's shop, The Chocolate Moose. The fate of the shop is at stake in this gripping tale.
In Krista Davis' The Diva Takes the Cake, Sophie Winston's sister is getting married again, and Sophie must find out if her soon-to-be brother-in-law is a killer when his ex-wife is murdered. With a long list of suspects and a guest list to match, Sophie must solve the murder in time to stop her sister from making a mistake.
Lastly, in Isis Crawford's A Catered Wedding, Libby and Bernadette Simmons are catering a wedding but the bride is murdered mere hours before her trip down the aisle. The second book of the Mysteries with Recipes series, this book is a testament to the fact that even the most joyous of occasions can hide dark secrets.
For those seeking a broader range of cozy mysteries with food elements, a curated list in the CrimeReads article offers several other strong picks. Whether you're a fan of weddings, culinary delights, or a good mystery, these books are sure to satisfy your appetite for intrigue and delicious recipes.
- For readers who prefer food-related cozy mysteries without a specific wedding theme, Lynn Cahoon's Kitchen Witch Mysteries series offers recipes and heartfelt settings.
- In the second book of the Death by Chocolate series, Death by Chocolate Malted Milkshake, the wedding is marred by tragedy when the bride's ex is poisoned with a chocolate milkshake, placing the fate of the shop, The Chocolate Moose, at stake.
