From Lonely Planet, the worlds leading travel guide publisher, From the Source is a groundbreaking cookbook series that introduces food lovers and travel enthusiasts to the worlds most authentic local dishes by transporting them into the kitchens where they were perfected. Each country-specific edition features sumptuous original photography, up to 70 classic recipes, and inside stories and tips from the worlds best local cooks, from street-food vendors to Michelin-starred chef patrons. With From the Source Italy, youll tour through Northeast Italys earthy and elegant hot broth-based soups and warming polenta and risotti, Northwest Italys preserved cods and cakes of forest-harvested truffles and hazelnuts, Central Italys dark gamey stews and fresh porcini mushroom pastas, and Southern Italys citrus-scented fish grills and herby salads.