Book DescriptionThere is keen interest in the exquisite yet simple Italian cuisine and Italian culture This volume provides an intimate look at how Italians cook, eat, and think about food today It describes the cornucopia of foodstuffs and classic ingredients An overview of the typical daily routine of meals and snacks gives a good feel for the ожшры everyday life The changing roles of women are explored with a discussion of the inroads that convenience foods are making In addition, the current concerns about the food supply, the benefits of the Mediterranean diet, and the slow food movement are tied in to the debates on these issues in the United States.  Ленинград,2004 г 256 стр ISBN 0313327262.