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Recipes from Sicily is a culinary exploration of this well-loved Italian island. Join husband and wife team Giancarlo and Katie Caldesi as they head to the island of Sicily to delve into its diverse food scene through more than 90 delicious recipes. Starting in the capital, Palermo, the couple come across some exciting street food that features tasty Arancini (rice balls stuffed with meat sauce and cheese) to Sfincione, a thick Sicilian pizza, topped with tomatoes, onions, anchovies and caciocavallo cheese. Heading to Noto, almonds feature in some of Italy’s most memorable desserts including a classic Semifreddo to a refreshing Almond Granita (served with fresh brioche, for dunking). No Sicilian book would be complete without Pasta Alla Norma (pasta with tomatoes and eggplants) and the classic, ricotta-filled sweet delight Cannoli. Set against the backdrop of breathtaking photographs of the islands and Katie’s anecdotes of their trave

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'This book is not only a fascinating read, teaching you about the regions of Italy, but is also full of things that you really do want to cook.' - Thomasina Miers, The TimesIn this now iconic staple of Italian cookery, Katie Caldesi collates hundreds of recipes from across the country, from the mountainous north to the sun-drenched Mediterranean in the south. Her collection of recipes, techniques and ingredients, collected from homecooks and trattoria chefs from every region, result in a unique and comprehensive compendium of Italian food.The Italian Cookery Course will guide you through the vast collection of famous recipes and lesser-known regional dishes, with clear instruction on how to replicate them at home. The book is broken down into straightforward chapters including 'Meat', 'Fish', 'Dolci' and 'Cheese'. Each chapter contains 'masterclasses' on technique, revealing the practical secrets of Italian cooking and giving the reader new confidence in the kitchen. All this is interwoven with fascinating narration about the culinary influences that have created this wonderful cuisine.

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'The perfect cookbook for achieving and maintaining a healthy weight'- Gary Taubes'The cookbook every diabetic needs.'- Dr Aseem Malhotra on The 30 Minute Diabetes Cookbook'An inspiring recipe book'- Daily Mail on The Diabetes Weight-Loss CookbookLet bestselling authors Katie and Giancarlo Caldesi show you how to prepare delicious low-carb meals that change the habits of a lifetime. Their CarbScale spans everything from strict keto for anyone needing to lose a lot of weight fast, to a moderate low-carb guide for those who want to eat well and keep their metabolic health in check, so there's an option for you, whatever your health goals. Unveil a healthier new you and discover how to live well for life.

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Illustrated with stunning photographs, The Amalfi Coast is a glorious and decadent celebration that captures the elegance and glamour of this favourite destination.Join Katie Caldesi and her husband Giancarlo in The Amalfi Coast as they tackle the daring driving, precariously perched restaurants and hidden back alleys in search of the food that defines the area. The Amalfi coast is one of Italy’s magical spots: a sun-drenched land that looks like a glamorous film-set, bursting with lemon trees, breath-taking scenery and food fit for a king.From Positano to Ravello, be inspired by Katie’s recipes, as well as the quirky locals she meets along the way. Feast on crispy pizza garnished with clouds of creamy mozzarella and fresh basil, delicious pastas drenched with tomato sauce and fresh seafood, and homemade tarts that taste like they’re straight out of nonna’s kitchen.

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The follow-up to The Sunday Times bestseller The Diabetes Weight-loss CookbookKatie and Giancarlo Caldesi are back to guide you through how to reverse the progress of type 2 diabetes, lose weight and bring your blood sugar down to a normal level. This new book is full of simple, delicious recipes that encourage and help you to sustain permanent lifestyle change.The Reverse Your Diabetes Cookbook is packed full of mouthwatering low-carb dishes using easy-to-source, inexpensive ingredients. With recipes to address common pitfalls, such as food on the go and take-to-work lunches, alongside fakeaways providing healthy alternatives to takeaway favourites, this is food to fill you up without fattening you up.With a foreword by pioneering GP and diabetes specialist Dr David Unwin, this life-changing book shows you how you too can prevent and reverse type 2 diabetes by adopting a low-carb way of life and choosing lifestyle medicine over lifelong medication.

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Recipes from Venice is a culinary exploration of this well-loved Italian city. Husband and wife team Giancarlo and Katie Caldesi have dodged the tourists, drawing inspiration from less obvious areas of Italy's magical city, to unearth the most delicious and authentic recipes. Try some hot polpette (salty pork rissoles) or sarde in saor (marinated sardines) with a glass of wine with friends. The traditional Venetian pasta, bigoli, served with a delicious fresh fish salsa is a signature dish that you’ll cook time and time again. And the sweet frittelle, fried dumplings filled with custard, are bound to become an instant hit. Set against the backdrop of breathtaking photographs of the city and Katie’s anecdotes of their travels, Recipes from Venice is a beautiful cookbook and keepsake that will transport you to Italy with every page turned.

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Pizza, pasta, tiramisu - surely these can't feature in a healthy low-carb diet!? However, the Mediterranean diet is widely acclaimed for its health benefits, and in the hands of Italian food and low-carb specialists Katie and Giancarlo Caldesi, everyone's favourite cuisine can become part of a healthy eating lifestyle.With ninety-three years of cooking experience and several bestsellers between them, Katie and Giancarlo have become leading advocates for the health benefits of a low-carb diet. Here, they show you how, in more than 80 fabulous Italian recipes, you can still eat some of the tastiest food on the planet while shedding weight and achieving a healthier, happier and more energized you.Using the Caldesi's bespoke CarbScale, The Low Carb Italian Kitchen ensures that anyone can enjoy delicious low-carb Italian food. From sugar-free dolci and low-carb pizza to portion-controlled pasta with abundant vegetables and delicious antipasti.

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Recipes from Rome is a culinary exploration of Rome, Italy’s capital and one of the world’s most loved cities, with its iconic landmarks and neighbourhood trattorias. Husband and wife team Giancarlo and Katie Caldesi unearth Rome’s hidden gem recipes that have been handed down through generations, as well as new, exciting dishes inspired by Romans from all walks of life. The duo present their interpretations of classic dishes, like Katie's Spicy Cheese and Pepper Pasta, alongside family favourites, such as Sea Bass with Parma Ham and Sage. Collaborating with Rome's best chefs, they also share modern recipes like Fiery Hot Chilli Sorbet that reflect the heat and colour of this bustling city. Recipes from Rome is a beautiful keepsake that provides an impressive, fresh look at the city's cuisine that is sure to inspire and surprise. Recipes from Rome is the first volume in Hardie Grant’s Eat Around Italy series, celebrating Italian cuisine at its best.

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As seen on ITV's Save Money: Lose Weight'I've got this book and it's fantastic' Tom Watson, former Deputy Leader of the Labour Party'an inspiring recipe book' Daily Mail'The food has been filling and quite simple to make... I'm not missing anything. I am satisfied.' Sharon, tester on ITV's Save Money: Lose Weight'I believe we have eaten our way into this epidemic of diabetes and obesity and that we can eat our way out of it' Dr David Unwin from his ForewordIn 2012 Giancarlo Caldesi was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. Since adopting a low-carb diet he has lost almost 4 stone and put his diabetes into remission - transforming his and his family's health.Working with nutritionist Jenny Phillips, Giancarlo and his wife Katie show you how to enjoy a low carb but not no-carb way of life with simple recipes using easy-to-source ingredients that will fill you up without fattening you up. Steak and Chips are still on the menu, as are delicious curries such as Butter Chicken and Spinach Paneer, even puddings like Hot Chocolate Pots or Peanut Butter & Jelly Cake.An initial diagnosis of diabetes can be shocking and the masses of information daunting, but Katie and Giancarlo share their personal experience of diabetes and weight loss to empower you to make your own informed decisions about food, without sacrificing any of the flavour.

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