A Bite-Sized History of Italy: Gastronomic Tales of the Roman Empire, Renaissance, and Republic

A compelling exploration into the rich tapestry of Italian food history and culture, from the Roman Empire to today, by the co-host of the top-ranked Gola food and wine podcastThough a relatively young country, Italy’s culinary identity has been simmering for centuries, shaped by a shared gastronomic culture.From the dormice and garum of the Roman Empire to the heresy of pineapple pizza, A Bite-Sized History of Italy traces this legacy, offering a delicious romp through millennia of culinary tradition and transformation.Author Danielle Callegari, Dartmouth College professor and celebrated Gola podcast co-host, guides readers through the kitchens, vineyards, city squares, and coastal ports of the iconic peninsula, painting an intimate portrait of a place justly famous for its cuisine-so much so that food might well be the very reason for its existence. With boundless energy and a fearless palate, Callegari explores beloved staples-pizza, pasta, parmigiano-alongside the unsung flavors th