Ep 1. The Mook, the Chef, the Wife and Her Homer

In The Simpsons season 18 episode 1, titled "The Mook, the Chef, the Wife and Her Homer," Marge is feeling unfulfilled with her life as a stay-at-home mom and decides to take a job at Springfield's new Italian restaurant, "Café Prego." However, she quickly becomes smitten with the restaurant's charming but dangerous mob boss, Fat Tony, who offers to help her start a new life with him in Italy.

Meanwhile, Homer takes over Marge's duties at home and becomes an instant hit with the kids, particularly Maggie. However, when Homer's lack of discipline leads to disastrous consequences in her absence, Marge starts to doubt whether she made the right decision in leaving her family behind.

As Marge becomes more involved with Fat Tony and his mob activities, she learns that his seemingly glamorous lifestyle comes at a steep price. Meanwhile, Homer worries about Marge's safety and decides to take matters into his own hands.

The episode is filled with classic Simpsons humor and heart, as it explores themes of love, family, and the consequences of our choices. Fans of the long-running series will enjoy watching their favorite characters in new and unexpected situations, while newcomers will appreciate the show's ability to tackle serious issues with a comedic touch. Overall, "The Mook, the Chef, the Wife and Her Homer" is a standout episode in an already impressive series.