Coming Home to Sicily: Seasonal Harvests and Cooking from Case Vecchie

Case Vecchie is a sustainable estate in Sicily that hosts the Anna Tasca Lanza Center for Sicilian Food and Culture, a respected culinary site. Chefs and food professionals visit to reacquaint themselves with farm-to-table Italian cooking. Fabrizia's book, Coming Home to Sicily, celebrates the authentic flavors of Sicily and the connection between land, producer, and food with family recipes and at-home versions of street food.

Format: Hardback
Length: 336 pages
Publication date: 14 December 2023
Publisher: Union Square & Co.

Nestled within one of Sicily's oldest and largest estates, Case Vecchie, stands a culinary haven where every dish is either sustainably grown or sourced from the wild. Here, the Anna Tasca Lanza Center for Sicilian Food and Culture reigns as a revered culinary destination, recognized across Europe. Currently overseen by Annas daughter, Fabrizia, the center's programming extends far beyond cooking, delving into the rich heritage of food and farming. Renowned chefs and food professionals, such as Alice Waters, David Tanis, Jody Adams, and Emiko Davies, frequently return to this culinary sanctuary to reconnect with the art of farm-to-table Italian cooking.

Curated by Fabrizia, Coming Home to Sicily takes readers on a delightful journey through the authentic flavors of Sicily. This captivating book showcases the harmonious bond between land, producer, and food, offering a treasure trove of recipes that celebrate the rich culinary traditions of this beloved region. Within its pages, you will find her family's renditions of classic dishes, like the mouthwatering Frittata with Fava Beans, the vibrant Eggplant Caponata, the aromatic Mint and Garlic-Stuffed Swordfish, and the creamy Risotto with Green Cauliflower and Almonds. Additionally, Fabrizia shares at-home versions of Sicily's famous street food, including the crispy Panelle (chickpea fritters), the pillowy Casatelle (ricotta-filled turnovers), and the delightful Cannoli.

Illustrated with breathtaking photographs that capture the sheer beauty and bountiful abundance of the land, Coming Home to Sicily serves as a go-to guide for timeless dishes from one of the world's most revered culinary regions. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a culinary enthusiast, this book will transport you to the heart of Sicily, where every bite is a celebration of the island's vibrant culture and culinary heritage.

Weight: 1124g
Dimension: 194 x 242 x 32 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781454952978