A Taste of Southern Italy: 97 Traditional Recipes and Wine Pairings

By: Haven, Savory Bites

A Taste of Southern Italy: 97 Traditional Recipes and Wine Pairings

Italians have a long-held appreciation for incorporating the Mediterranean flavors of olive oil, fresh basil, and fragrant oregano into their cooking. Tucked away in the countryside of Southern Italy, generations of families have perfected the much-loved recipes and unique flavors of this region. A Taste of Southern Italy: 97 Traditional Recipes and Wine Pairings celebrates the unique flavors and recipes of this southern region, compiled by Italian cooking enthusiast and author Paulina Salerno.

The cookbook is a collection of 97 traditional recipes influenced by the flavors of the area. Highlights from the book include a variety of pasta dishes, such as the well-known spaghetti alla Puttanesca, and other traditional Italian dishes like zucchini frittata, Venetian-style salmon, and the renowned Sicilian caponata. Salerno has included delightful wine pairings for each dish, highlighting the best which Southern Italy has to offer.

To ensure that each recipe results in success every time, Salerno has included detailed instructions on the preparation of each dish, including the type of ingredients that should be used, the cooking time, and of course her own culinary tips. Comforting and easy-to-follow, the book provides the opportunity to bring the flavour of Southern Italy to your own kitchen.

In addition to the recipes, Salerno has included interesting stories about the origins of each dish, its influences and variation, as well as personal anecdotes about the beloved dishes that she has enjoyed. Included are delicious appetizers and salads, hearty main courses and delectable desserts, as well as hints on how the food can be served to best appreciate each dish.

Salerno's passion for introducing others to authentic Italian cuisine shines in A Taste of Southern Italy: 97 Traditional Recipes and Wine Pairings. With classic Italian recipes, inspired wine pairings and insightful narrative, the book allows the reader to experience the flavors of Southern Italy while reading. It is a delightfully inviting and inspiring collection of beloved Southern Italian recipes.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0CJKTT496
• ISBN13: 9798862053203
• Release Date: September 2023
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 106 Pages
• Weight: 0.34 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"