Explore the roots of Italian cucina povera with ANNETTE CANINI DAEMS as she guides you through the country where food is not a product but a culture. Embark with her on a stunning road trip through all 20 regions that make up the Italian peninsula's 'boot'. You'll be delighted by new, undiscovered dishes on the Italian culinary map. Each region and terroir boasts its own unique cuisine, because Italy is so much more than just pasta... Discover how certain dishes were born out of bitter necessity but have been handed down through the generations with intense flavour and passion, and how a rich culinary tradition arose from 'poor' ingredients. Annette recounts the fascinating stories of the exceptionally driven people who treasure and uphold their regional cultural heritage. Try your own hand at centuries-old recipes that are a culinary reflection of regional pride. This book contains over 100 authentic dishes. Buon appetito!