The Chef Made Human Soup
No one knew no one suspected
The Chef Made Human Soup
The bell above the café rang
no one noticed what she sang
a lullaby with sharpened notes
while smiling wide and taking coats
The chef was whistling, red with steam
his knives hung quiet in their gleam
no menu posted, just a chalk
that changed itself, no need to talk
He stirred the pot with careful grace
a finger bone, a hint of lace
the scent was sweet, like Sunday roast
with whispers clinging to the toast
They came in pairs, they came in threes
he served them broth and old green peas
they licked their lips, they scraped their bowls
he watched, content, with blackened coals
The floor was clean, the lights were low
the lock was firm, no need to go
he topped their drinks, he knew each name
and kept a tally of the game
No blood, no screams, no final fight
just stew and silence every night
they’d smile, they’d chat, they’d leave no trace
just teacup rings and empty space
The chef still cooks, the café thrives
a favourite stop for humble lives
but ask too much, or stay too late
and you might share the evening plate
About the Creator
Marie381Uk
I've been writing poetry since the age of fourteen. With pen in hand, I wander through realms unseen. The pen holds power; ink reveals hidden thoughts. A poet may speak truth or weave a tale. You decide. Let pen and ink capture your mind❤️
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Comments (4)
This poem kind of reminded me of the movie "Fried Green Tomatoes". These women owned a small restaurant called the 'Whistlestop' and they cooked a mean human to get even. Good job.
Ah my friend, this was excellent! The meter, the content, were on the level of a master like Shel Silverstein! Very impressive!
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"Chillingly brilliant! This poem masterfully blends horror with elegance — the rhythm is haunting, and the imagery is disturbingly beautiful. The subtle progression from normalcy to nightmare kept me hooked. It reads like a lullaby you shouldn't fall asleep to. A true gothic gem!"