The Art of Eating Well: An Italian Cookbook

The great-grandfather of all Italian cookbooks in print continuously in Italy since 1894 is finally available in a splendid English translation. Artusi was a passionate cook a noted raconteur and a celebrated host and he knew many of the leading figures of his day. From soups pasts roasts and stew to desserts preserves liqueurs and specialty dishes this is a book that no lover of Italian cooking should be without. Line drawings throughout.