Ep 9. The Rascal Cook

In this episode of Shakespeare & Hathaway, titled "The Rascal Cook," the dynamic duo of private detectives Frank Hathaway (Mark Benton) and Luella Shakespeare (Jo Joyner) take on a case involving the world of high-end dining.

When a food critic is found dead in a local restaurant, the owner of the establishment, a celebrity chef named Gino Moretti (Michael Maloney), becomes the prime suspect. However, Gino insists that he is innocent and hires Shakespeare & Hathaway to prove it.

As they begin to investigate, the detectives discover that the victim was notoriously difficult to please and had a long list of enemies in the culinary world. Additionally, they uncover a web of deceit and infidelity among Gino's employees, forcing them to consider the possibility that anyone could be the killer.

To complicate matters further, Hathaway's ex-wife Tricia (Ellie Kendrick) is in town and enlists his help to find her missing cat. The search leads them to the same restaurant where the murder occurred, putting both Hathaway and Shakespeare in danger as they get closer to the truth.

As the episode unfolds, viewers are treated to plenty of intrigue, humor, and mouth-watering shots of gourmet cuisine. Along the way, the pair must navigate professional and personal challenges to solve the case and bring justice to the victim.

With its engaging characters, clever writing, and fast-paced action, "The Rascal Cook" is a thrilling installment in the first season of Shakespeare & Hathaway. Fans of the show will not want to miss this exciting episode!