The book

Following his culinary journey along the Adriatic coast for the ITV series New Gino's Italian Coastal Escape, the much-loved chef is giving everyone a chance to create the delicious and authentic dishes from this stunning part of the world.

A celebration of the finest recipes from the region, the book makes Italian cooking simple. It includes everything from fresh seafood and delicious pasta to vegetarian options and meat dishes, while the exquisite photography is guaranteed to give readers wanderlust.

Just back from his epic journey along Italy's stunning west coast for the ITV series Gino's Italian Coastal Escape, everyone's favourite Italian chef reveals the wonders of one of the richest and most varied cuisines in the world.

Drawing inspiration from the markets and kitchens he visited and the locals he met, Gino has brought together these authentic regional recipes for you to recreate easily at home. Many are seafood classics, such as Amalfi-style fish soup and spaghetti vongole, but there is a wide range of other savoury dishes and desserts.

In addition, Gino shares some family recipes that he enjoyed when growing up in Campania, including his mother's meatballs and father's spicy calzone. All the recipes perfectly capture the essence of Italy's beautiful coastline and will have you cooking and eating like an Italian in no time.

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Everyone's favourite Italian chef takes us on a journey of discovery around the North of Italy to reveal the secrets of delicious Italian food.

Off the tourist trail and into the markets, kitchens and restaurants where the very best authentic Italian food is cooked, this book is a collection of recipes that will delight all lovers of Italian food.

The book introduces Gino's fans to 80 delicious new recipes, from the hearty stews and creamy pasta dishes of Piedmont to the fresh seafood and zingy sorbets of the Veneto.

Gino’s Hidden Italy: How To Cook Like A True Italian is packed full of delicious recipes, including those from the show, and is available to buy from Thursday 6 October.