Taste of Place

By: Jess Dowdell

Narrated by: Rhonda Dragomir

When Cami Jacobs walks away from her high-powered career as a New York City real estate analyst, she doesn’t just leave behind the boardroom—she leaves behind a life that no longer feels like her own. Trading skyscrapers for soil, she follows her instincts to the Hudson Valley, where a simple act of volunteering in a farm-to-table kitchen sets off a chain of transformation.

What begins as a temporary escape becomes a full-circle calling. As Cami helps turn a rundown shelter into a vibrant community cooperative, she discovers the healing power of honest work, shared meals, and the land beneath her feet.

Taste of Place is a heartwarming journey of rediscovery and belonging—a celebration of food as both nourishment and connection. It’s a novel for anyone who’s ever believed in second chances, the magic of community, and the soulful bond between people and place.

Featuring recipes inspired by the story’s most memorable meals, Taste of Place invites listeners not only to savor the journey—but to bring it to their own tables.

©2025 Jess Dowdell (P)2025 Jess Dowdell

Resilience and renewal

I loved the characters and deep values they hold; Farm to table, love and respect for our animals and food sources, human creativity and the ability to reinvent yourself by believing in your abilities, trusting your intuition and setting your intentions for growth and change. Looking forward to more from this author.