Like Water for Chocolate Signed First Edition Reference

Como agua para chocolate (Editorial Planeta, 1989; English: Doubleday, 1992, translated by Carol Christensen and Thomas Christensen) tells the story of Tita, the youngest daughter of a tyrannical mother, whose emotions infuse the food she cooks with magical properties. Each chapter opens with a recipe, and the narrative structure follows the months of the year. The 1992 film adaptation became a global hit, driving massive book sales.

First Edition Identification

Spanish First (Planeta, 1989)

• Publisher: Editorial Planeta Mexicana
• Soft cover original edition

English First (Doubleday, 1992)

• Publisher: Doubleday, New York
• Full number line including “1” on copyright page
• Price $17.50

Signed Copy Market Values

• Signed English first: $30–$75
• Unsigned English first: $8–$15

Esquivel tours regularly and signs willingly, making signed copies accessible at moderate prices.