Homonym: Tita (Aunt)
Tita is a central character in the novel "Like Water for Chocolate" by Laura Esquivel. She is the youngest daughter in a traditional Mexican family, bound by the family rule that the youngest daughter must care for her mother until her death. This obligation prevents her from marrying her true love, Pedro, leading to a life filled with emotional turmoil and unfulfilled desires.
Throughout the story, Tita expresses her feelings and experiences through cooking, which becomes a powerful form of communication. Her dishes evoke strong emotions in those who eat them, illustrating the connection between food and feelings in Mexican culture. Tita's journey explores themes of love, family, and personal freedom.