Giulia Scarpaleggia is a Tuscan food writer and photographer whose work celebrates the rich culinary heritage of the region. She shares authentic Tuscan recipes and her passion for Italian food through her blog and workshops, inviting readers into a world of flavor and rural life. Her writing and photography capture the essence of Tuscan traditions, focusing on the sensory experience and the stories behind each dish. She offers a unique perspective on home cooking and the connection between food, family, and place.
Tuscan native and accomplished home cook Giulia Scarpaleggia’s first cookbook in English shares the recipes of cucina povera, Italian peasant cooking; the food is wholesome, comforting, and nostalgic yet a very relevant way of eating today—equals parts thrifty, nourishing, and delicious.