About Tuscany Without Sorrow. Italian Stories with a Taste of Happiness and Basil

Elena Nabel's book, a graduate of the archaeology department of Siena University and a guide with 20 years of experience, is dedicated to Tuscany — a small yet significant part of Italy. In this book, you will find not only ready-made travel itineraries, but also interesting historical facts, personal notes and recommendations from the author, as well as recipes for Italian dishes. Elena is not only a talented guide and artist, but also a cook — her culinary masterclasses in Italian cuisine are popular both in Russia and Italy. Carpaccio of zucchini, risotto, arugula pesto, Tuscan apple pie, maremmana tortelli — these are just a few of the dishes you can prepare using the recipes from the book. The leitmotif of the book is the state of happiness that the author shares, “to inspire, engage, motivate for a long-awaited journey, to search for the taste of life, to discover the new, to let go more often and bring joy to the soul rather than worrying and causing pain.”