Nancy added these words on Dec 14 09 at 10:04 amI have ad hoc on my wish list, too and i’ve just put i know how to cook on it, as well, after seeing it on littlebrownpen’s site (that’s how i got to your blog– from your comment there!). i’ve never heard of la cucina. will have to skim through it at the bookstore.
i love well-designed books.
Kate added these words on Dec 14 09 at 10:39 amI’m with you on that! I saw La Cucina in a Harper’s Bazaar gift guide last month and I just loved the hand drawn type… looks like its a great compendium of classic Italian cuisine. I like that it is organized by region, a great way to learn about Italian cooking!