Sitting down to eat with family and friends is all about the enjoyment of connecting with others. SAPORE shows how the Italian table embodies tradition, ritual and expectations—the past, present and future of culinary heritage, describing how food is a powerful expression of identity. The enduring appeal of the Italian table extends an open invitation to visitors and readers around the world to experience how cuisine can serve as a profound force for social cohesion. From mise en scène to flavor and etiquette, Brook describes the Italians’ relationship with food as one of the most telling hallmarks of their culture.

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