10 Detective Films Set in the Culinary World

Description: A mysterious woman opens a chocolate shop in a small French village, stirring up the community with her confections and uncovering hidden secrets.

Fact: The film was nominated for five Academy Awards, including Best Picture.

Description: Though animated, this film involves a rat with a passion for cooking who becomes embroiled in a culinary mystery when he helps a young chef in a famous restaurant.

Fact: The film was critically acclaimed for its depiction of French cuisine and won the Academy Award for Best Animated Feature.

Description: While primarily a comedy, this film involves a dinner party where guests bring the most eccentric people they can find, leading to a series of comedic and mysterious events.

Fact: The film is based on the French film "Le Dîner de Cons" and features a mix of slapstick and situational comedy.

Description: A head chef's life is turned upside down when she must share her kitchen with a new sous-chef, leading to culinary and personal mysteries.

Fact: The film is a remake of the German film "Mostly Martha."

Description: While not a traditional detective story, "Burnt" features a chef, Adam Jones, who must navigate the cutthroat world of gourmet cooking, where every dish could be a clue to his redemption or downfall.

Fact: Bradley Cooper learned to cook for his role, and the film showcases real Michelin-starred chefs.

Description: A chef embarks on a food truck journey after a public meltdown, but his travels uncover a mystery involving his past and the culinary world.

Fact: Jon Favreau, who stars as the chef, also directed the film and learned to cook for authenticity.

Description: A culinary rivalry between two restaurants in a small French village leads to a mystery involving cultural clashes and secret recipes.

Fact: The film was shot in various locations in France, showcasing the beauty of the French countryside.

Description: A dark comedy thriller where a dinner at an exclusive restaurant turns into a night of unexpected events, with the chef playing a pivotal role in the unfolding mystery.

Fact: The film was inspired by the exclusivity and secrecy of high-end dining experiences.

Description: Two Italian brothers struggle to keep their restaurant afloat, and in one fateful night, their culinary creations become the backdrop for a mystery involving a famous singer.

Fact: The film features a real-life chef, Lidia Bastianich, who plays a small role.

Description: A dark, satirical film where a restaurant becomes the setting for a complex web of infidelity, revenge, and murder.

Fact: The film features elaborate set designs and costumes, with the restaurant scenes shot in a real-life London restaurant.