| If you aren t able to plan an actual culinary tour of Italy by all means indulge in the next best thing: an exploration of the tantalizing recipes snippets of history anecdotes geography lessons and more brought to you by that indefatigable promoter of Italian cuisine Mary Ann Esposito. Divided by region into five sections this book offers glimpses into the Italian way of life via the foods each region loves and the customary methods of preparation. Feast on Capon with Sweet & Sour Sauce from the Veneto Tuscan Tilemaker s Stew Escarole Pizza from Campania Sicilian Artichokes Stuffed with Four Cheeses and Potato Pie from Emilia-Romagna. Those with a sweet tooth will find unexpected treats such as Coconut Tart and Cookies of the Dead (traditional fare for All Soul s Day). Useful tips and heart-warming stories abound as always in the books by Ciao Italia s enthusiastic host.By Mary Ann Esposito 130 Recipes organized by the Veneto Emilia-Romagna and Campania regions Tuscany and Sicily Appetizers salads soups pasta entrEes desserts Some full color photography 348 Pages hardcover 7 3/4" x 9 5/8" |
