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 cookbook author, recipe developer and culinary influencer

Known for her ingenious takes on traditional Italian dishes, Anna’s videos have been viewed by millions around the world. Her widely acclaimed first book, Heirloom Kitchen - Heritage Recipes and Family Stories From The Tables of Immigrant Women published in 2021 was featured on Rachael Ray and Today. Anna appears regularly on Good Morning America and Access Hollywood and her recipes are top-rated on NYT Cooking.

Anna’s new CookBook

Italian Snacking: Sweet and Savory Recipes for Every Hour of the Day - A Cookbook

Italian food has captivated our taste buds for centuries. Combining simplicity and creativity, it enchants with an alchemy of high-quality ingredients, recipes tied to the specialties of each region, and the experience of being at the table.

Anna’s new cookbook introduces the American audience to the complete range of spuntini culture, with recipes drawn from all across the country. 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 bites 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).

Pick up a copy at your local bookstore today or purchase one here.