Recipes From Rome | Katie Caldesi

Recipes From Rome offers a fresh, comprehensive look at the cuisine of Italy's eternal city through the passionate lens of Katie and Giancarlo Caldesi. As the first volume in Hardie Grant's acclaimed Eat Around Italy series, this book sets the standard for authentic regional Italian cookbooks with its combination of traditional favorites and exciting contemporary interpretations.

The husband-and-wife team expertly navigate Rome's culinary landscape—from iconic landmarks to neighborhood trattorias—unearthing hidden gem recipes passed down through generations alongside new dishes inspired by modern Roman life. Their exploration reveals a cuisine far more diverse than the tourist-trap clichés, showcasing food that reflects the heat and vitality of this ancient yet bustling metropolis.

The collection presents the Caldesis' personal interpretations of classic dishes, like Katie's Spicy Cheese and Pepper Pasta that puts a signature spin on cacio e pepe traditions, alongside family favorites such as Sea Bass with Parma Ham and Sage. Collaborating with Rome's best contemporary chefs, they also share innovative recipes like Fiery Hot Chilli Sorbet that capture the bold spirit of Roman cuisine today.