From Scratch

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From Scratch

Attica Locke · Series · 2022

You loved From Scratch because it beautifully balances the weight of profound grief with the restorative, life-altering power of deep, authentic human connection.

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Tembi Locke · Book

Books on the same thread

Eat, Pray, Love

Eat, Pray, Love

Elizabeth Gilbert · Book · 2007

Explores: Self-Discovery, Divorce Recovery, Spiritual Awakening.

Much like the journey found in From Scratch, this memoir captures the necessity of traveling through heartbreak to find oneself again, offering a resonant exploration of healing and resilience.

Things We Never Got Over

Things We Never Got Over

Lucy Score · Book · 2022

Explores: Found Family, Grumpy Sunshine, Opposites Attract.

If the emotional stakes of From Scratch drew you in, you will appreciate how this story blends the complications of life with a transformative, deeply felt romance.

Reminders of Him

Reminders of Him

Colleen Hoover · Book · 2022

Shares a thread with From Scratch: Grief.

Fans of From Scratch will recognize the heavy intersection of grief and longing here, as the narrative navigates the difficult path toward redemption and the possibility of new beginnings.

Taste

Taste

Stanley Tucci · Book · 2021

Explores: Gastronomy, Cultural identity, Domestic life.

This memoir mirrors the culinary warmth present in From Scratch, connecting the act of cooking and eating to the deeper, more complex layers of personal identity and domestic life.

Films on the same thread

We Live in Time

We Live in Time

John Crowley · Film · 2024

Explores: Chance Encounters, Divorce Recovery, Life-Changing Romance.

This movie echoes the decade-spanning emotional intensity of From Scratch, grounding its romance in the same reality of life-changing encounters that define our path through love and loss.

Redeeming Love

Redeeming Love

D.J. Caruso · Film · 2022

Explores: Prostitution, Redemption, Unconditional Love.

Those moved by the unconditional love in From Scratch will connect with this story of a woman facing insurmountable demons while searching for the grace of a second chance.

Reminders of Him

Reminders of Him

Vanessa Caswill · Film · 2026

Explores: Estranged motherhood, Second chances, Forbidden romance.

This story captures the same spirit of forgiveness found in From Scratch, illustrating how grieving individuals can discover a truer, deeper connection amidst their most challenging life circumstances.

The Lucky One

The Lucky One

Scott Hicks · Film · 2012

Explores: Post-traumatic stress, Fate vs. Choice, Finding Love After War.

Echoing the themes of resilience in From Scratch, this film explores the way love serves as a stabilizing force for those navigating the aftermath of life-altering, traumatic experiences.

Podcasts on the same thread

Making Space with Hoda Kotb

Making Space with Hoda Kotb

Hoda Kotb, TODAY · Podcast · 2026

Explores: Human resilience, Emotional healing, Self-discovery.

If you were moved by the human resilience depicted in From Scratch, this podcast offers a similar, intimate look at the strength required to heal and discover oneself after adversity.

Rise Together Podcast

Rise Together Podcast

Dave Hollis · Podcast · 2023

Explores: Radical candor, Vulnerability, Authentic connection.

This podcast mirrors the emotional vulnerability of From Scratch, fostering the same kind of authentic, courageous connection that allows individuals to process their truth alongside others.

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Common questions

Is From Scratch based on a book?

Yes, From Scratch is based on the memoir of the same name. Both the book and the 2022 television series follow an artist who finds romance with a chef in Italy and navigates a life-changing journey of love, loss, resilience, and hope across cultures and continents.

What is the main plot of From Scratch?

The story of From Scratch centers on an artist who falls in love with a chef while in Italy. Their romance sparks a transformative journey that spans multiple continents and explores themes of love, loss, and resilience as they build a life together across different cultures.

Should I read the book before watching From Scratch?

You can enjoy the story of From Scratch in either format. Whether you choose to read the original book or watch the 2022 television adaptation, you will experience the same core narrative regarding the artist and chef who navigate a profound journey of love and resilience across continents.

Does From Scratch cover the same events in the book and the show?

Both the book and the 2022 television series titled From Scratch share the same foundational story. Each version focuses on an artist and a chef whose romance in Italy leads to a life-changing journey defined by love, loss, and resilience across various cultures and continents.

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