Antonio Carluccio's Italia

A celebration of the regional gastronomy of Italy - essential for anyone with a genuine interest in Italian food. Antonio Carluccio weaves together vital information on each region's character and culinary traditions with valuable insights into cheeses, wines and speciality dishes.

From Piedmont and Lombardy in the north right down to Puglia, Calabria and the islands of Sicily and Sardinia, Antonio conveys his extraordinary knowledge and personal impressions of his mother country, the source of his lifelong passion for good food, good cooking and good living.

Author - Antonio Carluccio

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Sample recipes from this book

Cassata Semifredda

Sicilian Ice Cream

This is the easier ice-cream and candied fruit version of cassata, as opposed to the elaborate, rich sponge, which is more time consuming. My former head chef, Andrea Cavaliere perfected this cassata recipe. It is semifreddo, with a superb soft texture.

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Pasta e Fagioli

Pasta and Bean Soup

This is the best-known peasant dish in Italy. Every region has a version, but the Veneti, Trentini and Tirolesi have elevated it to a dish smart enough for posh restaurant menus. For me, it is the benchmark of a good chef-because it is so simple, it must be perfect.

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