A new book from the Italian legend who taught Jamie Oliver all he knows about Italian cooking. 

Born just feet away from the sea on Italy's stunning Amalfi coast, chef, food writer, TV personality, and restaurateur Gennaro Contaldo learned from his parents how to seek out wild food- free-diving for oysters, foraging for wild mushrooms, and missing school to go fishing. This adventurous spirit lived on throughout Gennaro's career in food and was what went on to inspire Jamie Oliver to call Gennaro his "London dad." It was summed up here in this first, glorious collection of his favorite Italian recipes.

This cookbook features photographs from Gennaro's childhood, alongside stunning food and travel photography. Over 100 recipes, and delightful personal recollections, share the secrets of Gennaro's love affair with Italian food and will inspire cooks of all abilities to taste the true flavors of the Italian coastline. Buon appetito!

Making bread has always been a passion for acclaimed chef and TV-personality Gennaro Contaldo.

Ingrained since childhood with memories of his mother's weekly bread-making and visits to his uncle's village bakery, it is a skill that has followed him throughout his career as a chef. Here, Gennaro takes you onto a journey into the magical world of Italian bread and baking, giving you his secret tips on making the perfect dough to create wonderful Italian breads for all occasions. And not only bread- have you ever walked into an Italian bakery and marveled at the amazing variety of freshly baked goods on offer?

Amazing focaccias, pies, pizzas, sweetbreads, cookies, and tarts fill the shelves, not to mention traditional homemade cakes just like Nonna used to make- you will find recipes for all these delicious goodies in this beautiful book.

Learn from the best as Gennaro Contaldo shares his no-fuss, fail-safe recipes to create home-cooked Italian meals in minutes.

Full of enticing, authentic and, most of all, quick-to-prepare recipes, Gennaro Contaldo's latest cookbook demonstrates how to whip up a delicious Italian feast in 40 minutes or less. From lightning-fast risottos to perfectly pronto pastas, speedy soups, and delightful desserts, these recipes showcase the very best Italy has to offer, while requiring very little time in the kitchen.

Featuring food from all the major regions of Italy, these quick recipes really make the most of the amazing fresh produce for which Italy is renowned. The result is delicious, nutritious food that can be on the table in minutes- perfect for busy families or for easy entertaining. Beginning with a handy guide to keeping your Italian pantry full of the best ingredients to whizz up a speedy supper, the book is split into sections covering Soups, Salads, Pasta, Rice, Meat, Fish, Vegetables, Sauces and Desserts ensuring that you have a wealth of recipes at your fingertips. From lemon-infused steam-baked mackerel to classic pasta recipes and quick chocolate raspberry pots you can impress friends and family with a stunning menu in minutes.

With gorgeous food photography and bursting, as ever, with Gennaro's passion for food and life, lovers of Italian food can't fail to be seduced and inspired. Buon appetito!

Over 100 ideas for sauces, fillings, and bakes.

This new book from celebrated chef Gennaro Contaldo is all about pasta, one of the most popular of all Italian dishes. Bestselling author and much-loved personality Gennaro reveals all of his tips and tricks to making the best of the most versatile of dishes.

Featuring recipes for dried, fresh, filled, and baked pasta dishes such as lasagna four ways, classic minestrone soup, homemade ravioli and perfect pesto, these are dishes that can be quickly whipped up for the whole family. An inexpensive staple that can be easily transformed into a luxurious meal, the possibilities of pasta are endless–perfect for busy families and for easy entertaining. Join Gennaro on an exciting Italian adventure, and discover both new and traditional recipes that will quickly become household favorites.

A delicious collection of over 100 recipes and featuring beautiful photography by distinguished photographer David Loftus, many of these recipes can be cooked in a matter of minutes. Packed full of tips for picking the best shape for sauces and featuring recipes from across Italy, this is an essential book for any pasta enthusiast.

- Gennaro appears in every episode of "Jamie Cooks Italy." He is one of the world's most-loved chefs and here he shines attention on one of the most popular of Italian dishes.
- Featuring recipes for dried, fresh, filled, and baked pasta dishes–these are recipes that can quickly come together to feed the whole family.
- Features beautiful photography by celebrated photographer David Loftus.