Ep 2. Mise en Place

Private Eyes season 1 episode 2, titled "Mise en Place," follows the private investigator duo, Matt Shade and Angie Everett, as they investigate the death of a famous chef, Jacques Belmond. Belmond's death is ruled as a tragic accident, but his wife, who also happens to be a friend of Shade's, believes there is more to the story than what the police are telling her. She hires Shade and Everett to look into the case and uncover the truth about what really happened.

As they begin their investigation, Shade and Everett discover that there are several people who had motives to harm Belmond. They dig deep into the chef's personal life and find that he had several enemies, including his sous chef, who was frequently belittled by Belmond in front of the restaurant staff. Additionally, they learn that Belmond was in the process of divorcing his wife, which could have led to a potential motive for her to harm him.

Throughout the episode, Shade and Everett navigate their own personal relationship as well. Although they work well together, their differing opinions and approaches to solving the case cause friction between them. Despite this, they continue to work together, putting the pieces of the puzzle together bit by bit.

As they near the end of their investigation, Shade and Everett come across a piece of evidence that changes everything. The truth about what happened to Jacques Belmond is finally revealed, and the killer is brought to justice.

Overall, "Mise en Place" is a thrilling episode that showcases the dynamic between Shade and Everett while also delivering a compelling murder mystery. The audience is kept on the edge of their seats as the investigators unravel the clues and get closer to the truth. The script is well-written, and the acting is strong, making for a highly enjoyable episode of Private Eyes.