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La Dolce Vita Cookbook (Hardcover)

by David Rocco (Author)

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Hardcover: 367 pages
Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Ltd (Oct 27 2008)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 155468028X
ISBN-13: 978-1554680283
Product Dimensions: 24.6 x 19.6 x 2 cm
Shipping Weight: 1.3 Kg

Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars See all reviews (3 customer reviews)

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The book that fans have been waiting for, from the charming star of the Food Network's international hit cooking show-- sweeten your life with la dolce vita "I'm not a chef; I'm Italian!" After three seasons of the popular television series David Rocco's Dolce Vita, its eponymous host David Rocco has become one of Canada's most popular celebrity cooks. His show is aired on Food Network Canada, in Italian on TLN and in French in Quebec via TVA . He was chosen as one of Flare magazine's 20 most stylish Canadians. David's popularity goes well beyond Canada. His show airs in 100 countries around the world. As a proud Italian-Canadian, David says his love for food, cooking, and preparing meals for friends and family is part of his DNA . Eagerly anticipated, this book is full of everything that makes the TV show such a favourite: beautiful food photography and locales, and, of course, David's sense of la dolce vita, the sweet life. His cookbook is all about taking a relaxed, enjoyable approach to the everyday, and the foundation of this lifestyle is simple, elegant food. David's easygoing style embraces straightforward ingredients and techniques to create wonderful dishes anyone can enjoy without stress. He emphasizes the philosophy of quanto basta, or "just enough," and encourages readers to suit their own tastes. Try some of David's wonderful fizzi, simple but sophisticated snacks: Fiori de zucca (zucchini flowers stuffed with mozzarella and anchovies) or Frico (parmigiano chips). Delight in Spaghetti con pomodorini e pecorino (spaghetti with cherry tomato sauce and pecorino cheese), delicious Beef carpaccio (easier than you think!), or meltin- your-mouth Gnudi ("naked" ravioli). For something truly sweet, why not try his simple spin on the classic Italian dessert Tiramisù al limone? From antipasti to mains to desserts to brilliant and delicious uses for leftovers, David Rocco shows you how to bring la dolce vita into your life.

About the Author

DAVID ROCCO learned cooking in his mother's Toronto kitchen. He and his wife and business partner, Nina Rocco, ran a restaurant in Toronto for several years before forming their production company, Rockhead Entertainment. Their first television series was Avventura, which continues in syndication around the world. David and Nina have just signed a two-year deal with Food Network Canada for a fourth and fifth season. David Rocco lives in Toronto, Ontario, and Florence, Italy.

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5.0 out of 5 stars A Sensual, Joyful Experience of Italian Life and Cooking, Nov 27 2008

By	Margaret Cowan (Vancouver, BC Canada) - See all my reviews

David's whole book carries me back to Italy with page after page of sensual photographs: joyful families and friends eating al fresco, caramelized fennel shot so close I can taste it, or a glimpse of Italian life like "Il Mercato--the Market".

Its pages burst with lush Mediterranean colours and textures. Many recipes are set on photographs of ancient walls of gold, powder blue, pink with paint peeling in layers. The Spaghetti Alla Caprese with tomatoes, basil and mozzarella on a pale blue plate on gray marble becomes a work of art.

The introduction is a must read to fully understand David's philosophy of life, ways of cooking, where recipes came from. It steeps you in his philosophy of life and cooking: Quanto Basta, La Dolce Vita, Simplicity, Sensuality, Alchemy, Balance and Connection.

"Quanto basta", an Italian recipe term, means as much as you like. David says, "It's a bit of folk wisdom that can guide you in life...take as much as you need and no more. Moderation and balance." He defines Dolce Vita as "being present in moments that bring you joy."

He gives tips on olive oil, herbs, stocks, following your instincts. I smiled when he explains why he has no food processor. He uses his hands...just like me!

David says, "I'm not a chef. I'm Italian." You don't need to be a chef to cook these 100 easy recipes from his family, friends and his repertoire: appetizers, salads, soups, sauces, pasta/risotto, meat/fish, desserts and drinks.

Each recipe, like Aunt Franca's roasted peppers or lemon tiramisu, has a mouthwatering photograph with David's chatty comments.

In the end, I felt marinated in his Dolce Vita philosophy, the friendship, flavours and sensuality of Italian life. I felt an Italian Canadian friend had invited me,"Come to my family in Toronto and friends in Italy. We'll show you our way of living and cooking."

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5.0 out of 5 stars More than a book - it's an experience, Nov 13 2008

By	OG (Virginia, USA) - See all my reviews

This is a beautiful book that you'll want to refer to often not just for the recipes, but also for the inspiration. David has done a great job presenting a style of living that is truly the best life lived with simplicity and joy. He lays out how easy it is to live the Italian way by sharing his own personal stories of growing up in an Italian family, when Sunday mornings he would wake up to the aroma of espresso coffee and tomatoe sauce simmering slowly for the special Family gatherings of uncles, aunts, cousins etc. The Dolce Vita is something that is accessable to anyone, and David will show you how you can live the "Sweet Life" too. It's all about a relaxed attitude toward making the best out of what you have and taking the time to select the best ingredients, cooking with love, and sharing food with those you care about whether it's family or friends, bringing you fun, joy and laughter.
The recipes are great and because David is Italian and lives in Italy half of the year, you know that these recipes are authentic. The recipes are easy to follow with tips and additional information, everything is covered from herbs to kitchen equipment. There are beautiful pictures that show you how the dish should look like. You will also see additonal pictures of Italy and it's people which give you the feeling that you are actually there and perhaps even wanting to go there. I highly recommend this book and especially to anyone who is Italian not living in Italy but remembers what it was like.

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3.0 out of 5 stars Dolce Vita, Feb 12 2009

By	C.Y. BC - See all my reviews

If you love simple tasty Italian recipes, then you may consider purchasing La Dolce Vita. Most of David's recipes have a short list of easily available ingredients. Also, none of the recipes are all that labour intensive.

The photography is amazing! Nevertheless, I found some recipes were difficult to read since they were superimposed onto textured colour backgrounds or photos.

The recipe book is very much like David's shows so if you like his style on television, you will enjoy this book!

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