Like Water for Chocolate: A Novel in Monthly Installments with Recipes, Romances, and Home Remedies
Product ID: 4268990
✨Magical Realism Storytelling
🍲Includes Authentic Recipes
📚International Bestseller
R549
1
Sold byAmazon South AfricaDelivered byDesertcartCustomer service byDesertcartReturns14 days · 30 with PRO
Buyer Protection · Full refund if your order doesn't arrive as described.
Desertcart purchases this item on your behalf and handles shipping, customs, and support to South Africa.
Secure transaction
Description
✨ Stir your soul with a novel that’s as rich in flavor as it is in passion!
- SAVOR THE FLAVORS - Authentic Mexican recipes woven seamlessly into the narrative.
- A CULINARY LOVE STORY - Experience romance and tradition simmering in every chapter.
- MAGICAL REALISM MAGIC - Feel emotions literally come alive through Tita’s cooking.
- CULTURAL HERITAGE BESTSELLER - Join thousands who’ve embraced this top-ranked cultural fiction.
- EMPOWERING THOUGHT PROVOKING - Explore themes of love, freedom, and family legacy.
Like Water for Chocolate is an internationally acclaimed novel blending poignant romance, magical realism, and traditional Mexican recipes. Set in early 20th-century Mexico, it follows Tita, a young woman whose emotions infuse her cooking, affecting those who eat her food. This culturally rich bestseller explores themes of love, oppression, and self-expression, making it a must-read for fans of literary fiction and magical realism.
Specifications
| Best Sellers Rank | #15,927 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #67 in Cultural Heritage Fiction #131 in Magical Realism #175 in Contemporary Literature & Fiction |
| Book 1 of 3 | Like Water For Chocolate |
| Customer Reviews | 4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (5,979) |
| Dimensions | 5.15 x 0.58 x 8.02 inches |
| Edition | Reprint |
| ISBN-10 | 038542017X |
| ISBN-13 | 978-0385420174 |
| Item Weight | 7.2 ounces |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 256 pages |
| Publication date | October 1, 1995 |
| Publisher | Vintage |
Common Questions
Yes, all products are sourced directly from authorized retailers in the US, UK, UAE and India. We maintain strict quality control processes and verify each product before shipping. All items come with applicable manufacturer warranties and are covered by our standard return policy.
Delivery times vary by destination country, typically ranging from 3-9 business days. Each order is fully trackable through our system. We handle all customs clearance and use reliable courier partners for last-mile delivery. You'll receive regular updates about your order status via email and our app.
Desertcart is an international e-commerce platform operating since 2014. We securely process thousands of orders globally each day. Every product goes through our quality verification process before delivery, and we provide end-to-end order tracking, 24/7 customer support, and a comprehensive returns policy to ensure a safe shopping experience.
Our prices include the product cost, international shipping, import duties, customs clearance, and local delivery charges. We handle all customs and import procedures, ensuring there are no hidden fees upon delivery. PRO members receive additional benefits including free shipping.
Trustpilot
TrustScore 4.5 | 7,300+ reviews
Shop Global, Save with Desertcart
Value for Money
Competitive prices on a vast range of products
Shop Globally
Serving millions of shoppers across more than 100 countries
Enhanced Protection
Trusted payment options loved by worldwide shoppers
Customer Assurance
Trusted payment options loved by worldwide shoppers.
Desertcart App
Shop on the go, anytime, anywhere.