Venetian Republic: Recipes From the Veneto, Adriatic Croatia, and the Greek Islands (Nino Zoccali)

Charting the culinary history and traditions of the lands that once belonged to the Venetian Republic; part culinary journey, part cookbook, this gorgeous book is informed by the cultural heritage of Italian chef Nino Zoccali and his Greek wife.These are recipes steeped in history; dishes from the days when Venice was a world power. How did this small city state rule the waters of the Mediterranean, enjoying unrivaled wealth and prestige? How could this serene, safe-haven city of canals come to play a defining role in shaping the cuisine, culture, and architecture of her Mediterranean neighbors? Yet, for a thousand years, the ships and merchants of the Republic dominated salt, silk, and spice trade routes.To tell this story, respected writer and restaurateur Nino Zoccali focuses on the four key regions that geographically encapsulate the Venetian Republic, each of which has its own distinct cuisine: Venice and its lagoon islands; the Veneto, of which Venice is the capital; the Croatian