Authentic Piemonte Recipes for the Modern Home CookFrom the Kitchen of Seattles Celebrated Restaurant SpinasseBring the flavors of Northern Italy into your kitchen with the Cascina Spinasse cookbook, which celebrates Piemontes rich culinary traditions through the vision of Seattles acclaimed and beloved Piemonte restaurant, Spinasse. This beautifully curated collection explores the heart of Italian cooking through over 75 authentic, seasonally driven recipes. From their famous handmade tajarin pasta to the elegance of delicate semifreddo, each dish reflects the soulful cuisine of the region, blending time-honored techniques with modern refinement.Organized into six inviting chaptersBevande (cocktails), Antipasti, Primi (pastas and risottos), Secondi (meat, seafood, and vegetables), Contorni (sides), and Dolci (desserts)the book offers step-by-step instructions, expert tips, and evocative stories behind the dishes. Whether you're crafting agnolotti from scratch or pairing local wines with your meal, this cookbook captures the warmth, hospitality, and craftsmanship that define Piemontes food culture. It's a must-have for home cooks, Italian food lovers, and anyone seeking to elevate their culinary skills with regional Italian fare.Written by Executive Chef Stuart Lane, who trained at the Italian Culinary Institute for Foreigners in Costigliole dAsti and now leads Spinasse and Artusi in Seattle, this cookbook bridges Italian tradition with Pacific Northwest passion. Chef Lanes deep respect for Piemontes foodways and his expertise in handmade pasta shine through every page. The Cascina Spinasse cookbook is more than a recipe collectionits an invitation to cook with intention, savor every season, and experience the enduring beauty of Italian cuisine.
