Back in print in a new illustrated edition with color photographsampamp160 Giovanna Bellia La Marca guides readers through the wealth of local delights in EmiliaRomagna a region in northern Italy famous for its gastronomic offerings.The EmiliaRomagna region in northern Italy is home to several of the worlds most renowned gastronomic citiesthe capital Bologna has given its name to the famed Bolognese sauce from Parma comes exquisite prosciutto the bestknown pork product of Italy ParmigianoReggiano cheese has been made in Parma and ReggioEmilia for over 700 years and Modena has been producing unrivaled balsamic vinegar for centuries. This culinary heartland is also wellknown for its delicate homemade pastas.Giovanna Bellia La Marca author of Sicilian Feasts and host of YouTubeampamp8217s Kitchen on the Cliff cooking show takes readers on a personallyguided tour through the culinary landscape of this beautiful Italian region. From homemade tagliatelle noodles with a rich hearty Bolognese Ragampamp250uacute to unique desserts like Torta Ferrarese a confection made with fresh egg noodles layered with almonds sugar and butter that hails from the town of Ferrera home chefs will fall in love with the classic Italian fare presented in these 140 recipes.A section on cooking techniques teaches the correct way to peel chestnuts clean leeks soak dried beans and much more.