20 Amici, 40 Ricette: Friends and Food from the Heart of Chianti

This title, translated as 20 Friends, 40 Recipes, presents a nontraditional cookbook that Bersani describes as a tribute to his connection to friends, food, and place in his adopted home of Chianti, in the Tuscan region of Italy. The book is an immersive showcase of the foods of the area, each section highlighting a treasured friend’s favorite foods, with recipes adapted to U.S. home kitchens. Both home cooks and professional chefs and featured. Bersani also inserts wine pairings, meal accompaniments, and notes to each dish featuring locally sourced goods. The recipes are irresistible to any fan of Italian fare, with a focus on using high-quality ingredients. Bersani rounds out the book with recipes of his own, each influenced by his friends and the lessons they have taught him, along with classic dishes from his upbringing Stateside that he has adapted to cook in Chianti. The book further serves as a travelogue of Chianti, showcased in stunning description and photos.