The Pairing by Casey McQuiston

Theo and Kit, once childhood friends and lovers, find themselves on the same European food and wine tour after years apart. Both have moved on with their lives, Theo as a bartender and aspiring sommelier, and Kit as a renowned pastry chef in Paris. Despite their past, they agree to a playful hookup competition during the tour, exploring the romantic landscapes of France, Spain, and Italy. As they indulge in the sights and flavors, they begin to question if their feelings for each other are truly in the past.

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