Sicilia: The Cooking of Casa Planeta Cook Book

A gastronomic tour of Sicily featuring delicious recipes, wine pairings, and beautiful photographs of the Mediterranean island’s landscapes. With over ninety classic recipes for appetizers, main courses, and desserts, this cookbook takes readers on a culinary tour of Sicily. From urban cuisine to traditional folk meals and the home cooking of the countryside, each dish becomes an excuse to explore Sicily’s gastronomic heritage, and to share stories of its life, people, and places.

Whether delectable arancini (rice balls), baked stuffed sardines, or cassata, each recipe is organized according to Sicily’s regions, and accompanied by a detailed section of wine pairings for each meal. Additional sections with information on olive oil and local products round out the cookbook—making it a must-have addition to any home chef’s library.

by Elisa Menduni, Adriano Brusaferri (Photographer)