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A Thousand Days in Tuscany: A Bittersweet Adventure

Name: A Thousand Days in Tuscany: A Bittersweet Adventure
Brand: Ballantine Books
SKU: 9780345481092
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Contributors:

Marlena de Blasi

Publisher:

Ballantine Books

Binding:

Paperback

Book Category:

Cooking, Travel

Book Subcategory:

Regional & Ethnic, Europe

Book Topic:

Italian, Italy

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Release Date:

2005-09-27

ISBN 13:

9780345481092

Weight:

0.75 lbs

Size:

6.90 x 5.50 x 0.90 inches

Pages:

368

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A Thousand Days in Tuscany: A Bittersweet Adventure

Marlena de Blasi, internationally bestselling author of A Thousand Days in Venice, chronicles her audacious move from Venice to the Tuscan countryside in this captivating memoir. After meeting and marrying a Venetian banker on short acquaintance, the American chef and food writer takes another leap of faith, leaving behind the canals of Venice to settle in a renovated stable in the ancient village of San Casciano dei Bagni.

Life in the Heart of Tuscany

This memoir captures the timeless beauty of the Tuscan countryside and the rhythms of village life. De Blasi immerses herself in the local culture, from gathering chestnuts and harvesting grapes to hunting truffles and savoring the local vintage. The Tuscan sky, friendly church bells, and magnificent regional cooking become the backdrop for her daily adventures. At the center of her journey is Barlozzo, the village mago (wise man), who becomes her guide to Tuscany's seasonal festivals and traditions. He introduces her to roasted country bread drizzled with just-pressed olive oil, escorts her through village history, and teaches her to appreciate the simple pleasures of each day. Through Barlozzo's guidance, the author navigates the complexities of village life and discovers the fiercely beating heart of the community.

Authentic Italian Recipes Included

Tucked into the narrative are luscious recipes directly from the author's private collection, including the recipe for the only true bruschetta. These authentic dishes reflect the culinary traditions of Tuscany and complement the story of cultural immersion and lifestyle transformation.

About the Author

Marlena de Blasi is the internationally bestselling author of A Thousand Days in Venice, as well as four further bestselling memoirs and a novel, Amandine. She is also the author of two internationally published cookbooks of Italian food. This paperback edition offers readers an intimate look at expatriate life in one of Italy's most beautiful regions, combining travel narrative, cultural exploration, and culinary discovery in a single bittersweet adventure.

A Thousand Days in Tuscany: A Bittersweet Adventure

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A Thousand Days in Tuscany: A Bittersweet Adventure

Life in the Heart of Tuscany

Authentic Italian Recipes Included

About the Author

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