Dive into Taste: My Life Through Food by Stanley Tucci, a culinary memoir as delicious as it is intimate. The star actor of The Devil Wears Prada and Julie & Julia reveals his love for Italian cuisine, with filming anecdotes, family memories, and unforgettable recipes. A story full of charm and humor that will appeal to both gastronomy enthusiasts and fans of inspiring biographies.
With Taste: My Life Through Food, actor and author Stanley Tucci offers much more than an autobiography: he shares a true culinary and personal journey.
Born into an Italian-American family where every meal was a celebration, Tucci has always maintained a passionate relationship with cuisine and the pleasures of the table. This book intertwines childhood memories, tales from the filming of iconic movies like Julie & Julia, reflections on his travels in Italy (Searching for Italy), and intimate moments around family meals.
Punctuated by gourmet anecdotes and touching confidences, this work celebrates both the joy of cooking, the sharing around a dish, and the emotions that food evokes. Between grand feasts and failed dishes, Tucci reminds us that every bite has a story to tell.
Written with elegance and humor, Taste is a tribute to gastronomy, conviviality, and the moments of life that are created around the table. A true Sunday Times bestseller, this book stands out as a must-read for all lovers of culinary literature and autobiographical memoirs.
Title: Taste: My Life Through Food
Author: Stanley Tucci
Edition: Fig Tree (Penguin Books Ltd)
Language: English
Publication Date: September 1, 2022
Format: Broché / Paperback
Number of pages: 320
Dimensions: 129 x 196 x 24 mm
Weight: 258 g
ISBN: 9780241501009
Themes: Italy, New York, memoirs, gastronomy, spirits & cocktails
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