When Trevis Gleason, a former chef at the top of his professional culinary career, was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis, he lost everything--his job, his marriage, even his perceived persona. Surveying the ruins of his former life, he saw an opportunity to fulfill a long-postponed dream. He would travel from Seattle, Washington, to the wilds of west Kerry, Ireland for the winter. Renting a rustic cottage in The Town, Trevis braved narrow, sheep-obstructed roads and antiquated heating systems to learn that his life, his loves (including cooking), and even his dreams weren't lost, just waiting to be rediscovered in this magical place. He acquired a charming puppy named Sadie, who grounded his days and served as a devoted companion as he surmounted inevitable physical setbacks and cultural challenges. All the while, he entertained a steady stream of visiting friends and relatives, including his former wife. The Town's colorful characters welcomed the American stranger as one of their own, and he soon found himself reveling in the beauty of the rugged countryside, the authentic joy of the holidays, the conviviality of the pubs, and the hearty flavor of the simple food. Recipes included.

当特雷维斯-格里森，一个处于专业烹饪生涯顶峰的前厨师，被诊断出患有多发性硬化症时，他失去了一切--他的工作，他的婚姻，甚至他所认为的人格。在观察他以前生活的废墟时，他看到了一个机会，可以实现一个被推迟很久的梦想。他将从华盛顿州的西雅图前往爱尔兰西凯里的荒野过冬。特雷维斯在镇上租了一间乡村小屋，冒着被羊群阻挡的狭窄道路和陈旧的供暖系统，了解到他的生活、他的爱（包括烹饪），甚至他的梦想都没有丢失，只是在这个神奇的地方等待着被重新发现。他获得了一只迷人的小狗，名叫萨迪，在他克服不可避免的身体挫折和文化挑战时，它为他的日子提供了基础，并成为他忠实的伙伴。与此同时，他还不断地招待来访的朋友和亲戚，包括他的前妻。小镇上多姿多彩的人物把这个美国陌生人当作自己人一样欢迎，他很快发现自己陶醉于崎岖不平的乡村之美、节日的真实快乐、酒馆的欢聚一堂以及简单食物的丰盛味道。食谱包括。