Lazio: Flavors of Rome and Beyond: Traditions, Recipes, Festivals, and Wine from the Heart of Italy (Encyclopedia of Italian cuisine "Taste of Italy: ... across the regions" from Irina Sambor) Hardcover – September 13, 2025

“Lazio: Flavors of Rome and Beyond”Step into the culinary heart of Lazio, where the grandeur of Rome meets the rustic traditions of the countryside. This book is more than a cookbook — it is a journey through flavors, history, and rituals that have shaped central Italy for centuries.Inside you will discover:🍝 Authentic recipes — from iconic Roman pasta dishes like carbonara, amatriciana, and cacio e pepe to rustic lamb stews, porchetta, and peasant soups. Every dish comes with history, context, and tips on where to taste it today.🥖 Bread and baking traditions - Pane di Genzano, maritozzi with cream, sweet ciambelle al vino. Recipes that reveal the humble heart of Lazio’s food culture.🍷 Wines and liqueurs — explore the vineyards of Frascati, Cesanese del Piglio, and Montefiascone. Learn how to pair them with local dishes and discover Lazio’s unique digestivi and amari.🎉 Festivals and holiday menus — Christmas lamb, Carnival sweets, grape harvest feasts in Marino, olive oil celebrations in Sabina. A full calendar that connects food to community and ritual.🛤 Gastronomic routes - from the Castelli Romani wine road to Sabina’s olive groves. Travel notes and impressions make this book a companion for both the kitchen and the road.🌿 Practical extras - a seasonal food calendar, a Lazio cheese and wine map, and tips for seeking travelers authentic osterie, markets, and agriturismi.Richly illustrated and written with passion, Lazio: Flavors of Rome and Beyond is both a kitchen companion and a cultural guide. It will inspire you to cook, taste, and explore, bringing the soul of Lazio into your home. Read more