Catering to Nobody

Fans of Goldy Schulz's culinary mishaps and amateur sleuthing will adore Hannah Swensen, a bakery owner who finds herself embroiled in murder investigations. This series perfectly blends delicious recipes, small-town charm, and a lighthearted yet intriguing mystery.

Agatha Raisin, a PR professional who moves to a quiet village and tries to fit in by entering a quiche competition (with a store-bought quiche!), will resonate with readers who enjoy Davidson's witty protagonists and their often-unconventional paths to solving crimes in a small-town setting.

Meg Langslow, a blacksmith by trade, finds her life constantly interrupted by quirky family members and murder in her small Virginia town. Readers who appreciate Davidson's blend of humor, family dynamics, and a strong sense of community alongside their mysteries will find this series delightful.

Theodosia Browning, owner of a Charleston tea shop, serves up southern charm and murder investigations. This book offers a similar blend of culinary atmosphere, a strong female protagonist running her own business, and an engaging mystery that fans of "Catering to Nobody" will find comforting and exciting.

Olivia Paras, an assistant chef at the White House, stumbles upon a murder and must use her culinary connections and sharp wit to uncover the truth. This recommendation offers a unique "behind the scenes" culinary setting combined with a strong, relatable female lead and an intriguing mystery, much like Davidson's work.

Food writer Hayley Powell finds herself investigating murder in her small Maine town, often with the help of her friends and family. This series delivers a similar cozy mystery experience with a culinary focus, a witty narrative voice, and the relatable challenges of a single mom balancing life and crime-solving.

Bakery owner Melanie Cooper and her best friend Angie find their lives spiced up by murder in their small Arizona town. This book offers a charming culinary backdrop, a strong sense of community, and a lighthearted approach to mystery-solving that will appeal to readers who enjoy Davidson's blend of food, friendship, and crime.

Coffeehouse manager Clare Cosi finds herself brewing up clues when a murder occurs in her Greenwich Village coffee shop. This book provides a rich, atmospheric culinary setting with a savvy female protagonist, offering a similar blend of engaging mystery and detailed food (or in this case, coffee) descriptions that fans of Davidson will appreciate.

Precious Ramotswe, Botswana's only female private detective, solves cases with wisdom, warmth, and a keen understanding of human nature. While not culinary, this series shares Davidson's charming, witty narrative voice, strong female lead, and focus on community and character, making it a beloved choice for cozy mystery fans seeking something a bit different.

Lori Shepherd inherits a cottage and a mystery from a long-lost relative, Aunt Dimity, who communicates from beyond the grave. This series offers a charming, whimsical, and slightly supernatural cozy mystery experience with a strong sense of place and endearing characters, appealing to readers who enjoy a gentle yet intriguing puzzle.