Recipes from an Italian Terrace - Softcover

Harris, Valentina

9781844032129: Recipes from an Italian Terrace

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1844032124 ISBN 13: 9781844032129

Publisher: Cassell, 2004

Famed chef Valentina Harris returns with a delicious follow-up to her popular"Risotto! Risotto!"This time she's taking the good eats outdoors, focusing on al fresco dining and entertaining. From Spaghetti al Cartoccio to Stuffed Swordfish Rolls to Polenta Verde, the recipes are scrumptious. Savor a selection of starters and antipasti, including cold soups and crostini that will whet your appetite for the barbecue to come. Grill up a banquet of fish and meat, and even slow-roast some to perfection in the very heart of the fire. Season fresh, crispy vegetables with herbs, garlic, and olive oil, and grill. Whip up Italian summer salads that are just right for an impromptu picnic. And don't forget to finish off the feast with tarts, puddings, and irresistable gelati. Every dish celebrates the pleasure and art of cooking outdoors."

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Review:

"Perfect for outdoor eating...this should have plenty to
inspire."
-- Heat

About the Author:

Valentina Harris is a celebrity chef, author, broadcaster and lecturer. Her first television series, Italian Regional Cookery for the BBC, was shown in 1990 and 1998 to international acclaim, and she has just completed a new series for television, Tasting History. Valentina is established as a prolific writer on Italian food and cuisine. She is the author of over 20 books on Italian cookery including Classic Italian Cooking and contributes to many leading national newspapers and magazines such as The Sunday Times Cook's Companion and Insight Guide to Tuscany. Valentina is also founder and director of Villa Valentina Cookery Holidays Ltd.

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