I went to Rome for a book reading at Almost Corner Bookshop; was grateful for the opportunity. Then afterward I went to Le Mani in Pasta. A classic Roman restaurant where reservations are impossible. You have to show up at the right time, the stars must align and if you are so blessed you can sit down and enjoy pasta in a very intense yet basic way.
The environs are noisy, informal and the room is small and the pasta is fantastic. When it comes to food, fine cuisine can be found everywhere but when it comes to pasta, Italy, still, a one-off.
Legends
Welcome to the secret that needs to be told. You’re invited into the lives of 12 Piemontesi - 12 interviews along with a short story to introduce each one. Wine and cheese makers, herbalists, a famous chef, a bar owner, bureaucrat, teacher and of a car mechanic Luigi; after all, we’re in Italy!
After living in Piemonte for 7 years it began to feel like a pilgrimage. Not one in search of penance or a blessing, but so many life lessons learned! Written in both English and Italian, first half in English, second in Italian.
Find out how they fulfilled their destiny. Find out why Piemonte is now the secret being told
