Venezia: Food and Dreams - Softcover

Tessa Kiros

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9781743366639: Venezia: Food and Dreams

Synopsis

With colour photographs and lyrical descriptions of Venice, this volume evokes the romantic atmosphere of the city while reflecting its varied cuisine. Chapters are organized to represent the courses of a Venetian menu, and each dish has a detailed introduction. Recipes include Italian Sandwiches (often served with wine), Fish Balls, Quail With Polenta, Pumpkin Gnocchi, Seafood Lasagne, Duck with Anchovies and Capers, and Tiramisu.

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About the Author

Tessa Kiros was born in London to a Finnish mother and a Greek-Cypriot father. The family moved to South Africa when she was four, and at the age of 18, Tessa set off to travel and learn all she could about the world's cultures and traditions, and new ways of living and eating. She has cooked at London's The Groucho Club and in Sydney, Athens and Mexico. On a trip to Italy to study the language and food she met her husband Giovanni, and now lives in Tuscany.

Review

"Tessa's recipes are both authentic and exciting, and really conjure up a flavour of the city's gastronomic identity." —Italia magazine

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