At the Table of La Fortezza

THE ENCHANTMENT OF TUSCAN COOKING FROM THE LUNIGIANA REGION

ANNETTE JOSEPH, PHOTOGRAPHS BY DAVID LOFTUS

Annette Joseph shares recipes from the charming Lunigiana region of Tuscany that were developed at her medieval fortress, La Fortezza. This is the rst book on the cuisine of this important slow-food area.

Lunigiana is a rugged, mountainous region of Tuscany, anked by the Liguria coastline and Emilia-Romagna, whose cuisine has been shaped by its distinctive landscape and location. Author and stylist Annette Joseph purchased and renovated a stunning medieval fortress, aptly named La Fortezza (“The Fortress”), in this little-known area. Enamored by Lunigiana’s rich food heritage and traditions, Joseph sought out authentic and traditional dishes from the best chefs, home cooks, and slow-food purveyors in the region. This book showcases these rustic recipes, some of which have been enjoyed for centuries.

Lunigiana’s cuisine brings together the avors of both the coast and the mountains and draws inspiration from the neighboring regions. It is home to unique ingredients, such as chestnut our, and its specialties are often still prepared the ancient way. Lunigiana is also recognized by UNESCO as a sustainable region, and Joseph’s recipes highlight slow-food practices, such as sourcing seasonal ingredients from local producers.

Breathtaking photographs by David Loftus highlight the beauty of Lunigiana’s cuisine and countryside, as well as La Fortezza’s dreamy vineyard, orchards, and kitchen garden. This book is an incredible culinary and visual journey into an undiscovered region in Italy and a must-have for anyone who loves Italian food and culture.

Annette Joseph is an author and expert on entertaining, cooking, and styling and design. Her recipes and party ideas have been featured in Southern Living, Harper’s Bazaar, and Elle Decor. David Loftus is an award-winning and internationally acclaimed food and lifestyle photographer.

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208 pages, 8 x 10" 100 color illustrations Hardcover • 9780847869480 $39.95 USD, $53.95 CAD, £29.95 GBP September 13, 2022 Rights: World

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