Eugénie has long captured Dodin's heart, but she stalwartly refuses to change the nature of their relationship. He is the chef. She's his cook. Eugénie's shared feelings and attraction to him mustn't alter their undeniable chemistry in the kitchen. They're too good together to risk collective brilliance. But her refusal to make their couple status official doesn't offend Dodin. He becomes more determined to attain the greatest prize. Dodin cannot be complete without Eugenie at his side.