one of my very gorgeous friends – jaime, gifted me with the most beautiful of books recently. its called ‘recipes from an italian summer’.
i was awestruck by the exquisite recipes, earthy paper stock, illustrated cover and breath taking photography that truly made you feel like you were curled up right on the picnic rug in the very field in which some of the photos had been taken.
i love how it becomes not just a book of recipes but an entire journey and taste teaser of a little of what italy and the italian culture have to offer. its a book that conjures up images creating a yearning to discover and taste. the suggestions on which italian food festivals to check out all look like a must and a great way to start planning a holiday around.
these are some snapshots taken from a little of what lies within its contents. simple. beautiful. honest. raw.
take a trip to a good bookstore and get a copy. maybe you’ll get to come to italy with me too.
ps – a huge thank you for the massive encouragement from this wonderful lady. so lovely to get a mention once more. there is oodles of inspiration to be found amidst her creative pages. go visit.