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In this luscious coffee table book, fans of the memoirs UNDER THE TUSCAN SUN and BELLA TUSCANY may have a dream come true.
After reading about the Tuscan farmhouse renovated by Frances and Edward Mayes and the colorful village of Cortona near their summer home, as well as salivating over descriptions of sun-ripened tomatoes or dusky porcini served with mozzarella, fresh herbs, and crusty loaves of fresh bread, we can now transport ourselves even more fully into the picturesque landscape of Tuscany.
IN TUSCANY is divided into distinct sections, each containing photographs, essays and anecdotes, and original recipes, all serving to bring the beauty and singularity of Tuscany into sharp relief.
La Piazza concentrates on the heart of the village, where every day outdoor markets thrive and people congregate, while La Festa highlights the beauty and excitement of bustling festivals and celebrations. The field --- Il Campo --- contrasts the natural beauty of the Tuscan countryside with the human designed coziness of La Cucina, the kitchen. La Bellezza means "the beauty," all so apparent in this section of expansive loveliness.
Insightful narrative, breathtaking photography, and mouthwatering recipes collaborate to elevate armchair traveling to dizzying new heights in this luminous new offering by Frances Mayes, Edward Mayes, and photographer Bob Krist. IN TUSCANY is more than a book; it's food for all the senses.
--- Reviewed by Jami Edwards
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