The story unfolds in Europe during the era of Napoleon. An orphan from Paris, Marie-Antoine Careme, shows remarkable skills in the culinary arts. He aspires to revolutionize the world of gastronomy and achieve greatness as a chef. However, on his journey towards this ambition, he encounters not only culinary obstacles but also catches the eye of powerful politicians, such as the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Charles Maurice de Talleyrand-Perigord. To pursue his dream, Careme agrees to work as a spy for this sly diplomat.
