Gourmet Detective

The story follows Henry Ross, a culinary consultant in San Francisco, who gets embroiled in a murder investigation when sabotage leads to a shocking death at a five-star restaurant. He teams up with Maggie Price, a police detective and single mother, as they navigate the murky waters of the city's elite culinary scene.

As they work together to solve the case, they encounter various culinary professionals, each offering clues and red herrings that deepen the mystery. The film combines elements of murder, food, and a chess match metaphor that adds layers to the narrative. Collectors of TV movies and mystery genres will find the unique premise appealing, especially within the context of the Gourmet Detective Collection.