Famous for ita vivid cooking and vibrant ingredients, Italian has time and again been voted the world's best-loved cuisine, and rightly so. Take a closer look. though, and you'll disover that there is much moreto the food than pasta, pizza, and risottos. Each region has its own distinct culinary heritage, and makes excellent use of the local ingredients and seasonal offerings to conjure specialities unique to each. Valentina Harris journeys to each area in turn, exploring the cultural heritage and geographical features that have contributed to the evolution of the local dishes, as well as key festivals and traditions. A carefully curated selection of recies reveals the secrets, with detailed instructions and photographs to help you achieve completely delicious ad results.
Packed with more than 325 tried-and-tested recipes, 1500 photographs, and background information about both the dishes themselves and the region from which they originate, this beautiful and accessible volume is a must-have reference for anyone who is passionate about cooking authentic Italian food. Buon appetito!
