Three Scoops and a Fig

About this book

A young chefs messy misadventures in the kitchen are quickly forgotten when she comes up with a special recipe all her own. Sofia is determined to make something extra special for Nonno and Nonna. But mamma mia! She splatters Papas tomato sauce all over the kitchen causes Mamas bread to rise like a giant marshmallow and flings Marios pizza dough into a ceiling fan! No one wants the help of such a little cook! Sofia retreats with Figaro to the comfort of her favorite swing in the branches of a big leafy fig tree. Then with a whoosh! of wind and the plop! of a juicy fig Sofia gets an idea for a very special treat for her beloved grandparents. Author Sara Laux Akins affectionate and humorous story of a determined and creative chef paired with Susan Hartungs delightful watercolor illustrations will appeal to gourmets of all ages.