Merienda italiana

She shares recipes for spuntini di meta mattina (mid-morning snacks often enjoyed with a second—or third—coffee); merenda, the cherished after-school treat for children (that also offers adults a way to stave off hunger before dinner); and aperitivi, delightful early-evening Italian appetizers meant to be enjoyed with drinks. Also included is a chapter of delicacies from Italy's robust culture of street food (the one instance where Italians might eat on the go). Studded with gorgeous photography of both finished dishes and Italian food markets, cafes, bars, and pasticcerie, this book will elevate your snacking game to the Italian ideal.With simple yet creative recipes made from quality ingredients, this Italian cookbook brings the same small plate ethos of books likeSnacking CakesandBrilliant Bitesto the spuntini, aperitivi, and street food specialties that define Italy's delightful snacking culture.Signed by the author!