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La Dolce Vita – Silvia Colloca
$50.00In her third cookbook Silvia Colloca embraces the Mediterranean food she grew up with, taking us far beyond the heavy pasta dishes and rich cakes that Italian cuisine is often (mistakenly) associated with. Italian home cooks are more likely to cook simply, allowing fresh fruit and vegetables, legumes and fish to shine, with sparing use of dairy, meat, animal fats and sugars.
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Nonna Knows Best
$25.00"In Nonna Knows Best, Jaclyn Crupi celebrates the passion, generosity of spirit and good old- fashioned wisdom of nonnas and shares the secrets that make them so special, including mouth-watering recipes from la cucina della nonna (nonna’s kitchen), foolproof tips, sayings and advice for every life moment. Charming, entertaining and insightful, Nonna Knows Best is the perfect gift for anyone in need of a big warm Italian hug (and a container full of leftover pasta). A funny, delightful book that celebrates nonnas and their wisdom, complete with beautiful illustrations."
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Dolce & Gabbana Casa x Bialetti Moka – 3 cup
$159.00Medium Bialetti espresso coffee maker with exclusive design by Dolce & Gabbana Casa. Makes 3 cups of espresso. Made in Italy. Handwash only.
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Dolce & Gabbana Casa x Bialetti Moka – 6 cup
$195.00Medium Bialetti espresso coffee maker with exclusive design by Dolce & Gabbana Casa. Makes 3 cups of espresso. Made in Italy. Handwash only.
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Fiasconaro Pistachio Cream Spread
$27.00Fiasconaro's spreadable pistachio cream is a soft, sweet and velvety cream. This cream can be used to fill cakes or spread on pastries or bread - especially Colomba at Easter time!
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Florence Cantucci Tin
$18.00Established in 1970, Dolciaria Gadeschi have spent almost half a century perfecting their recipes, and the combination of artisan skill and premium ingredients ensure their traditional Italian biscuits are loved around the world. Presented in an attractive metal tin with a Florence-inspired print, these deliciously moreish Gadeschi Cantucci biscuits make a lovely gift for anyone looking for an authentic taste of la dolce vita.
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La Superiore Baci di Dama – Lemon
$14.00Lemon biscuits filled with a delicious lemon cream. Known as “the most romantic biscuits”, the name Baci di Dama alludes to the unusual, though original, shape: two semi-spherical biscuits sandwiched together with a drop of lemon resembling two lips intent on giving a kiss.
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La Superiore Olive Oil Tarallini
$9.00Classic Puglian tarallini infused with extra virgin olive oil. The perfect accompaniment to an afternoon aperitivo or antipasto platter.
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Monari Federzoni ‘Passion of Family’ Balsamic Vinegar of Modena
$35.00Passione di Famiglia ("Passion of Family"), a thick and reduced style of balsamic vinegar with a density of 1.33 - the highest possible score for a Balsamic Vinegar of Modena. Intense but balanced flavours, with the pleasant characteristic woody notes you expect from quality balsamic vinegar. La Passione Dense Balsamic celebrates four generations of the Monari Federzoni family's passion and dedication to Balsamic Vinegar of Modena.
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Salina di Cervia – Cervian Sea Salt with Calabrian Chilli
$15.00Sweet Cervian sea salt blended with the perfect selection of Calabria's best chillis. The unique properties of Calabrian soil and climate give distinct flavour traits to the chillis grown in the region. This beautifully balanced salt, with the intense aroma of the diavolicchio chilli and the spice of the ferretto chilli, is excellent for seasoning white meat, grilled fish and vegetables.
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At Nonna’s Table
$45.00Whether you’re a seasoned cook or just beginning, At Nonna’s Table is the perfect guide to recreating the warmth and joy of an Italian family kitchen in your own home. Inspired by her mamma Livia’s cherished recipes, Paola presents 60 delicious dishes that celebrate the best of Italian home cooking. From soups and appetisers through to main courses, sides, desserts and pickles and preserves, this book is a treasure trove of traditional and contemporary Italian dishes made with love and care. Complete with beautiful photography to accompany each delicious recipe, this book showcases the fresh ingredients, bold flavors, and simple techniques that make Italian food so beloved. From the hearty Peperonata con melanzane e pomodori (Eggplant and Tomato Stew) to the crowd-pleasing Pollo Ripieno (Celebration Chicken) and the indulgent Mamma’s Orange Cake, alongside heartfelt stories from Paola’s childhood and her mum’s life, this book will delight lovers of food and family.
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Garden Like A Nonno
$25.00Jaclyn Crupi is back with more Italian wisdom! In Garden Like a Nonno, Jaclyn uncovers the secrets of the green-thumbed nonnos from their no-nonsense approach to life to their zero waste gardening. Whether you have a tiny balcony or a sprawling backyard, you'll be growing your own fruit and veg in no time with a little guidance from the nonnos. Featuring gardening tips and tricks, recipes for pickling and preserving your produce, plus classic nonno sayings, Garden Like a Nonno will help you to get in touch with your inner Italian. La dolce vita awaits.
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Pepe and the Secret Sauce
$30.00Through an intergeneration story of gratitude, patience, love and food, Pepe sets off on a culinary adventure to discover the ingredients to cook his Nonna’s secret pasta sauce. You can follow every step of his adventure, from the garden to the kitchen, as he discovers there's more to cooking than he ever imagined. The story celebrates food, family and culture, in a way that will engage and entrance children and adults. Age 2+.
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The Broadsheet Italian Cookbook
$49.95The Broadsheet Italian Cookbook features 80 essential recipes from Australia’s best restaurants, cafes and bars, forming the definitive guide to contemporary Italian-Australian dining in all its forms. Featuring Carbonara Australiana recipe from Barbetta
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The Silver Spoon – The Italian Bakery
$65.00Bake like an Italian with this latest Silver Spoon treasure - a culinary inspiration and go-to kitchen companion. The Italian Bakery is the first volume in the Silver Spoon library to focus on dolci the Italian term for all sweet treats. Dishes found in bakeries throughout Italy's diverse regions come to life in 140 accessible classic and contemporary patisserie recipes with step-by-step photography, geared toward novices and experienced bakers alike. Filled with cakes, pastries, pies, cookies, sweets and chocolates, and frozen puddings, the collection showcases a wide range of delectable desserts suitable for everyday indulgences and special-occasion celebrations the Italian way.
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The Silver Spoon
$60.00The bible of traditional Italian cooking, with over 2,000 recipes, now revised and updated. The Silver Spoon, the most influential and successful Italian cookbook of the last 50 years, is now available in a brand new revised edition. Originally published in 1950, it became an instant classic, selling over one million copies in eight editions. Considered essential in every household, it continues to be one of Italy’s most popular wedding presents.
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