Publisher's Synopsis
Beginning with the most basic of principles and leading through to sophisticated recipes, this book instructs readers on the techniques and ingredients of Italian cooking. Each chapter deals with a different aspect - from il risotto to le zuppe, and a final chapter, innovazioni, dealing with new recipes.;Valentina Harris, who was born in Rome, is also the author of "Perfect Pasta", "Edible Italy" and "Italian Regional Cookery".
