Italian Food

Buon appetito! Everyone loves Italian food. But how did the Italians come to eat so well? The answer lies amid the vibrant beauty of Italy's historic cities. For a thousand years, they have been magnets for everything that makes for great eating: ingredients, talent, money, and power. Italian food is city food. Delizia! is much more than a history of Italian food. It is a history of Italy told through the flavors and character of its cities.

Are you one of those people who don't have a huge amount of extra time to spend learning a new language? Would you be interested in learning Italian in a way that doesn't force you to go through boring textbooks? Do you finally want to say goodbye to your tendency to forget most of what you've studied, and discover something which works for you? Whether you want to learn conversational Italian for a new job, or get ready for a trip to an Italian-speaking country, this audiobook has you covered!

In 1972 Elizabeth Romer moved to a farmhouse in Tuscany, where she discovered a life moulded by the past and tasted the simple, sublime flavours of traditional Italian cooking for the first time. Here, she introduces the Cerotti family, who farm one section of the valley, and vividly describes, month by month, the Tuscan year. From January's prosciutto and salami, to cheese-making in March, to threshing the corn in high summer, to the game and chanterelles of autumn and the chestnut woods of November and December.

In Red Sauce, Ian MacAllen traces the evolution of traditional Italian-American cuisine, often referred to as "red sauce Italian," from its origins in Italy to its transformation in America into a new, distinct cuisine. It is a fascinating social and culinary history exploring the integration of red sauce food into mainstream America alongside the blending of Italian immigrant otherness into a national American identity. 

If you want to learn Italian in less time then pay attention...Are you sick and tired of not being able to learn Italian fast? Have you tried endless other ways of learning Italian but nothing seems to stick? Do you finally want to say goodbye to your tendency to "forget most of what you've studied" and discover something that works for you? If so, then you’ve come to the right place. You see, Italian is easier than it seems. Not only will this audiobook give you the basic grammar rules, but it also has many fun exercises for you to practice.

Ready to finally understand Italian without translating every word? Then Speak the World: Italian is for you! In her signature clear and engaging style, Margherita Berti, PhD, brings the language to life with culture, stories, and real-world expressions. Through 200 selected words and phrases...

Collins makes language learning fun, fast and flexible. Pick up the essentials of the Italian language with this easy-to-use audio introduction. Covering everything from finding your way to talking about yourself, Collins 40-minute audio can help you learn short and simple phrases quickly by...

Fall in love with Italy all over again. There are endless reasons to love Italy. This beautiful country has us hooked on morning espressos and afternoon spritzes, bowls of pasta and slices – oh, so many slices – of pizza. It has us wearing chic street style, admiring great art, driving...

Swap burnout for slow living through an immersive travel memoir exploring the beautiful, bureaucratic reality of Italy. Perfect for your daily commute, this journey transports you from a medieval hill town to a sun-drenched southern fishing village. Leave the tourist fantasies behind and step...

Discover how a humble dough of wheat and water sparked a global culinary revolution in this captivating food history. Perfect for an entertaining daily commute or while relaxing and simmering sauce for a weeknight dinner, this comforting narrative transforms a simple pantry staple into an epic...

As the food and cocktails columnist for the Island Times, it's Hayley Powell's job to stay on top of the latest eateries in town. Just in time for the summer tourist season, Chef Romeo, a successful restaurateur from New York City, has opened an establishment called - naturally - Romeo's. But between his over-the-top temperament and his no-holds-barred diet, Chef Romeo may not live through the grand opening. 

Spaghetti Western is the story of Genesio (Gene) Cioni, his family, community, and the food that made him famous during the fabulous '50s when he introduced Calgary to Italian cooking. Gene's story is the quintessential immigrant success story told with a flair for narrative by his daughter Maria Cioni. Gene was just 16 when he arrived from Antrodoco, in the Abruzzi region of Italy, to find one vibrant, close-knit Italian community in the burgeoning city of Calgary in the 1920s.

The Savvy Traveler is the ideal method to learn the Italian that will help you maximize your enjoyment of the diverse and vibrant cuisine of Italy. Whether you're dining in a modest trattoria, a country tavern in Tuscany, or even in a celebrated restaurant frequented by the rich and famous in New York, you'll know the appropriate words and phrases to make yourself understood. You can communicate effectively and order with poise in nearly any dining place where Italian is spoken when you use Savvy Traveler.

In this seven-day guide you will gain a simple-to-digest lesson on Italian wines, taking you from any starting point to being able to select, taste, pair, and pour an outstanding Italian variety. If you are currently at a fairly average stage in your wine knowledge and need a book where a plane ticket to Italy is not required, then this book is for you. Do you need the skills to be able to deliver the right bottle of wine for all social occasions, and start to raise your game from just Pinot Grigio or Merlot? Then we are here for you.

Uncover the messy food history of trade, migration, and cultural identity hidden inside your favorite everyday meal. Perfect for unwinding after a long day or listening while you cook dinner, this cozy, informative narrative sweeps you from ancient Mediterranean grain fields to bustling modern...

Full of lighthearted humor, sumptuous food, the wisdom of an Italian mother-in-law, and all the atmosphere of Elena Ferrante’s Neapolitan Novels, this warm and witty memoir follows American-born Katherine Wilson on her adventures abroad. Thanks to a surprising romance—and a spirited woman...

Trace the rags-to-riches culinary history of a stigmatized street food that transformed into a global cultural icon. Whether you are prepping dinner or looking for an engaging commute listen, this rich narrative satisfies your craving for unexpected historical connections. Discover how cheap...

Trace the mouth-watering culinary history of how a cheap street snack transformed into a massive global icon. Whether you are commuting to work or cooking a weekend meal, this engaging journey through social history will completely change how you view your favorite comfort food. From the ancient...

Do you want to understand what the keto diet is? Do you want to know how to lose weight quickly, while still enjoying your favorite foods? Do you want to know what, why, and why not to eat certain foods? Do you want to know what the glycemic Index of flours is and why it is important to know it to lose weight? In this book, you will know how to lose weight without losing energy.

Which is tastier? A tangy Italian bread salad or a handsome Italian boyfriend? This is the second in a series of charming short stories that use food memories to describe the life and relationships of best-selling author Marjory Harris.