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Recipe for Romance

2025 Melodrama

A family coffee shop becomes a battleground when a charming baker opens next door, sparking a prank war that turns into something sweeter.

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About the film

What it’s about

Sari finally gets her chance to run her parents' coffee shop when they go on vacation. Her plans are disrupted when Gabe opens a bakery next door, and he is annoyingly handsome and charming. The two launch a prank war, but as the Little Manila Festival approaches, they clash, kiss, and make up, navigating their desire for each other and for success.

What hooks you

Director Kelly Fyffe-Marshall brings this story to the screen with True O'Brien as Sari and Alex Mallari Jr. as Gabe. The film is based on a novel by Carla de Guzman and adapted by screenwriter Nathalie Younglai.

Who it’s for

It suits viewers who enjoy lighthearted romantic comedies with a touch of rivalry and community spirit, and those who appreciate stories about food and family.

Technical details
Country
United States
Year
2025
Genre
Melodrama
World premiere
Dec 13, 2025

Ratings

MOVIE․ONE · 120 votes
5.3 /10
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5.2
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