Synopsis: Katie Caldesi travelled the rice fields of Italy's northern provinces and the lemon groves of the south, the richly diverse urban and rural terrains and patchwork regions. She collated recipes, techniques and ingredients to create this unique compendium of Italian food. "The Italian Cookery Course" will guide you through the vast collection of famous recipes and lesser-known regional dishes, with clear instruction on how to replicate them at home. The book is broken down into straightforward chapters including 'Meat', 'Fish', 'Dolci' and 'Cheese'. Each chapter contains 'masterclasses' on technique, revealing the practical secrets of Italian cooking and giving the reader new confidence in the kitchen. All this is interwoven with fascinating narration about the culinary influences that have come together to create this wonderful cuisine.

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Hot Brands Verdict
This is an absolute gem of a book, full of techniques, Masterclasses, ingredients and traditional recipes. The photographs inside are delightful, images of food, people, and places that capture the spirit of Italy. With delightful titles, like Thunder and Lightening Soup, and Duck with Orange Sauce which is set against a stunning sunset, you won’t just cook with this book you will take a gastronomic tour through Italy. If you can’t get away to Italy this will take you there in spirit. We loved it! Highly Recommended!