JULY’S FLAVORFUL PAIRING: A Taste of Heat, Heart, and Second Chances

Welcome to the steamy side of summer, AGR readers! This July, we’re cranking up the flavor — both on the page and on the plate — with a sassy, sizzling combo you won’t want to miss.

📚 Book of the Month: When Javi Dumped Mari by Mia Sosa

USA Today bestselling author Mia Sosa brings us a rom-com bursting with heart, heat, and hilarious second chances. In When Javi Dumped Mari, we meet Mari — bold, brilliant, and not about to let a breakup dim her sparkle. Cue the chaos, chemistry, and one unforgettable ex.

Think: vibrant city nights, sharp banter, heartfelt introspection, and just enough scandal to keep your gossip-loving heart racing. It’s the kind of story that begs to be devoured... ideally with a little something delicious on the side.

🍴 The Perfect Pairing: Brazilian Empanadas + Strawberry Caipirinha

To match Mari’s fiery spirit and the book’s Latin flair, we’re turning to the rich flavors of Brazil. Start with Brazilian Empanadas — golden, savory pockets filled with love (and maybe a little drama). Then cool things off with a Strawberry Caipirinha — sweet, citrusy, and refreshingly bold, just like Mari when she’s reclaiming her power.

Together, they create a flavor experience that mirrors the book’s energy: passionate, punchy, and just a little bit spicy.

Why This Pairing Works:

Every page of When Javi Dumped Mari pulses with emotion, authenticity, and deliciously high-stakes romance. Our culinary duo does the same — a savory kick, a cool sip, and a whole lot of personality. This month’s pairing isn’t just a meal. It’s a mood.

So pour yourself a Caipirinha, warm up some empanadas, and dive into Mari’s world of love, loss, and rediscovery. You’ll laugh, you’ll swoon — and trust us, your taste buds will thank you.

Sweet. Savory. Sassy. Just like Mari.

Cheers to flavor, fiction, and fierce main characters,

— The AGR Bookclub Team