The Italian Summer Kitchen

For a culinary tour of Italy, or a master class in creating the nation's many regional gems in your home kitchen, you couldn't ask for a better tour guide than Cathy Whims. In her debut cookbook, Cathy brings together dishes from Italy's many and varied regions, united by her masterful interpretation of cucina povera--literally "food of the poor," which means fresh produce, local meats, handmade pasta and pizza, and simple cooking methods.