Allegro Al Dente: Pasta & Opera
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: N/A
Pages: Good
What happens when the passion of Italian opera meets the soul of Italian cuisine? Allegro Al Dente: Pasta & Opera is a gloriously indulgent celebration of two of Italy's greatest cultural exports, uniting the drama of the operatic stage with the simple, timeless artistry of pasta-making. Authored by the trio of Rinaldo Di Stario, Jill Dupleix, and Terry Durack — names well-regarded in the worlds of gastronomy and food writing — the book presents a unique and richly layered pairing of recipes and musical narrative, photographed with theatrical flair by Bob Blackburn and art directed by Andrew Payne. Beyond its recipes, this volume argues that food and music share a common language — one of rhythm, texture, and emotion — making it as much a cultural artifact as a culinary guide. Dupleix and Durack, both acclaimed food critics and authors, bring a sophisticated palate and a journalist's eye to the prose, ensuring that every page resonates with wit and warmth. Whether you are a seasoned cook, an opera aficionado, or simply someone who believes that dinner should always be accompanied by a grand performance, Allegro Al Dente promises an experience that lingers long after the final curtain falls.
Author: Rinaldo Di Stario, Jill Dupleix And Terry Durack
Format: Hardback
Genre: Cookery
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: N/A
Pages: Good
What happens when the passion of Italian opera meets the soul of Italian cuisine? Allegro Al Dente: Pasta & Opera is a gloriously indulgent celebration of two of Italy's greatest cultural exports, uniting the drama of the operatic stage with the simple, timeless artistry of pasta-making. Authored by the trio of Rinaldo Di Stario, Jill Dupleix, and Terry Durack — names well-regarded in the worlds of gastronomy and food writing — the book presents a unique and richly layered pairing of recipes and musical narrative, photographed with theatrical flair by Bob Blackburn and art directed by Andrew Payne. Beyond its recipes, this volume argues that food and music share a common language — one of rhythm, texture, and emotion — making it as much a cultural artifact as a culinary guide. Dupleix and Durack, both acclaimed food critics and authors, bring a sophisticated palate and a journalist's eye to the prose, ensuring that every page resonates with wit and warmth. Whether you are a seasoned cook, an opera aficionado, or simply someone who believes that dinner should always be accompanied by a grand performance, Allegro Al Dente promises an experience that lingers long after the final curtain falls.