Fancy a bit of a whodunit with your dinner? This collection of culinary detective films serves up a delightful blend of mystery, intrigue, and gastronomy. Each film on this list not only tantalizes your taste buds but also keeps you guessing until the very end. Whether you're a fan of classic detective stories or just love a good foodie flick, these films are sure to satisfy your appetite for both mystery and cuisine.
The Gourmet Detective (2015)
Description: A detective with a passion for food teams up with a chef to solve crimes that involve the culinary world, starting with a murder at a prestigious cooking school.
Fact: The series was inspired by a book series by Peter King.
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The Chef's Secret (2017)
Description: In this film, a renowned chef is found dead in his own kitchen, and the clues point towards a culinary competition gone wrong. The detective, who is also an amateur cook, must unravel the mystery by delving into the world of haute cuisine.
Fact: The film was shot in a real Michelin-starred restaurant, and the recipes featured are authentic.
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Murder at the Michelin (2019)
Description: When a Michelin inspector is poisoned during a tasting event, a food critic turned detective must navigate through the cutthroat world of fine dining to find the killer before they strike again.
Fact: The film features cameos from several real-life Michelin-starred chefs.
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The Recipe for Murder (2015)
Description: A famous chef's secret recipe is stolen, leading to a series of mysterious deaths. A detective with a knack for cooking must solve the case before the killer cooks up another victim.
Fact: The film includes a cooking competition scene that was inspired by real-life culinary events.
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A Dash of Death (2013)
Description: A small-town chef becomes an unlikely detective when a food critic dies after eating at her restaurant. She must clear her name by uncovering the real culprit behind the deadly dish.
Fact: The film was adapted from a popular cozy mystery novel series.
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The Poisoned Plate (2020)
Description: A dinner party turns deadly when one of the guests is poisoned. A detective, who is also a food enthusiast, must sift through the clues left in the dishes to find the murderer.
Fact: The film was shot in a historic manor house known for its culinary heritage.
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The Case of the Vanishing Chef (2018)
Description: A celebrity chef disappears right before his big TV show premiere. A detective with a love for cooking must trace the chef's last known movements through the kitchens of London.
Fact: The film includes a cooking segment that was actually broadcast on a real cooking show.
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The Kitchen Confidential (2016)
Description: A detective goes undercover as a line cook in a high-end restaurant to investigate a series of thefts, only to uncover a much deeper conspiracy involving the restaurant's elite clientele.
Fact: The film features a real chef as a consultant to ensure kitchen authenticity.
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The Mystery of the Missing Mousse (2014)
Description: A dessert chef's signature chocolate mousse goes missing, leading to a series of bizarre events at a culinary festival. A detective with a sweet tooth must solve the mystery before the festival ends.
Fact: The film was shot during an actual culinary festival, adding to its authenticity.
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The Last Supper (2012)
Description: A dinner party hosted by a wealthy art collector ends in murder, with the clues hidden in the elaborate dishes served. A detective must piece together the culinary puzzle to catch the killer.
Fact: The film's plot was inspired by a real-life unsolved murder case from the 1920s.
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