46 - Like Water For Chocolate by Laura Esquivel

A Novel Adaptation

It is so easy to hate some of the characters in this book, and we loved doing it. The story is lovely and a big thanks to our Patreon for choosing it for their Author Level Patreon benefit because this is also one of our favorite books of the season. This movie though, is something else. If you’ve ever wanted to see puffy sleeves and 80’s synth inserted into farm chore scenes, then this movie definitely has you covered. If any movie adaptation has deserved a reboot - it might be this one. #RebootsThatNeedToHappen

Episode Drink: Mexican Hot Chocolate

• 3 cups milk of choice
• 3 tbsp cocoa powder
• 3 tbsp tbsp granulated sugar
• Pinch salt
• 1/4 tsp cinnamon
• Pinch cayenne pepper
• 2 oz tequila

Instructions

To make hot chocolate, add all ingredients except for tequila to a small saucepan. Whisk to combine. Heat on low until mixture comes to a gentle boil, stirring. Remove from heat. Add tequila and whisk again. Divide into 3 mugs. Top each mug with 1-2 cinnamon marshmallows (instructions on site) or whipped cream.

Recipe From: LivelyTable.com

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Our Drinking Game for this Story

Take a drink:

• Every time there is a new recipe introduced
• Every time something magical happens due to Tita’s cooking
• Every time Pedro cardboard cutout of a human
• Every time Mama Elena gets under your skin
• Take a shot of tequila if you actually attempt or have attempted one of the recipes

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A Novel Adaptation was created by Emily Eppley and Jordan Redwine. See more details at www.anoveladaptation.com and see what’s coming up next to read along with us. Find us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Goodreads to join the conversation.

Our artwork is by Kit Bernal. Our music is “Harlequin” by Kevin MacLeod, licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0.