Cucina di Calabria: Treasured Recipes and Family Traditions from Southern Italy

by Mary Amabile Palmer

For centuries, Calabrian food has remained relatively undiscovered because few recipes were divulged beyond tightly knit villages or even family circles, but Mary Amabile Palmer has gathered a comprehensive collection of exciting, robust recipes from the home of her ancestors. Cucina di Calabria is a celebration of the cuisine she knows intimately and loves, a cuisine that is more adventurous and creative than that of most other parts of Italy. Nearly 200 recipes offer something for every cook, whether novice or experienced. All start with simple, fresh ingredients, transformed into sumptuous dishes with a minimum of effort. They are interwoven with anecdotes about Calabrian culture and history, traditions, festivals, folklore, and of course, the primary role that food plays in all aspects of Italian life. Complete with black and white illustrations.

Genres: Cookbooks, Italian Literature

320 pages, Paperback

First published March 1, 2004

Reviews

[Kayenne · Rating 4 out of 5]

All my Ma's food plus all the food her Ma made, but she didn't.
Includes a brief history of Calabria, Italy.
Mangia!

[Susan Lomanno · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is laden with Calabrian recipes and history, and sprinkled with love for Calabria’s food and heritage. No photos but excellent, easily visualized dishes which are relatively easy to make in short time periods. I chose a recipe for breakfast tomorrow already! A treasure to be used in the average cook’s kitchen.

[Tara · Rating 4 out of 5]

So far, I have only made the wedding soup, it was delicious. (If I remember correctly, I did add more spices than what was called for)