The Silver Spoon: The Bible of Authentic Italian Cuisine (French Edition) | Phaidon

The Silver Spoon is undoubtedly the reference work for authentic Italian cuisine. A true culinary monument, this cookbook, sold in more than a million copies worldwide, is now available in a new French edition that will delight both seasoned gastronomes and amateur cooks in search of simple and tasty recipes.

Rich with over 2,000 traditional recipes, this edition captures the essence of Italian gastronomy, highlighting the simplicity and quality of ingredients. The recipes, revisited to suit modern kitchens, offer a perfect balance between respecting traditions and contemporary practicality.

To accompany this treasure trove of culinary delights, the book now includes 400 superb new photographs, more than double those in the first edition. This generous imagery makes reading more enjoyable and dish preparation more intuitive.

Special attention has been paid to educational content. A new introduction by Alberto Capatti, a renowned gastronomy historian, guides the reader through the art of composing a true Italian menu and explores the diversity of regions that shape the culinary richness of the peninsula.

The practical information is expanded with:

• An exhaustive glossary to understand terms and ingredients.

• Detailed advice on suitable utensils and equipment.

• Details on preparation and cooking times.

Among the new features, this enriched edition includes:

• 7 special menus for festive occasions.

• 50 new recipes developed to vary pleasures.

• 15 exclusive menus created by Italian chefs based in France, Switzerland, and Belgium, allowing discovery of all the creativity of contemporary Italian cuisine.

With its 1504 pages, hardcover format, and refined presentation, The Silver Spoon is not just a recipe book, but a true universal culinary manual, a work that transcends time and generations.

Whether mastering classics such as fresh pasta, risottos, stewed meats, or iconic desserts like tiramisu, or drawing inspiration from contemporary creations, this book is an indispensable companion.

Essential for any lover of Italian gastronomy, it will naturally find its place in the kitchen of enthusiasts and on the table of collectors of beautiful cookbooks.

Book Features

• Type of Book: Cookbook / Italian Gastronomy

• Title: The Silver Spoon (French Edition)

• Publisher: Phaidon

• Collection: Cooking

• Publication Date: May 20, 2011

• EAN13: 9780714863641

• ISBN: 978-0-7148-6364-1

• Format: Hardcover

• Number of Pages: 1504

• Dimensions: 22.7 x 18.5 x 6.7 cm

• Weight: 3646 g

• Language: French