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From Tuscany with Love is an emotional memoir capturing the heartfelt journey of a scared, little girl from the rolling hills of Lucca to the bustling life in America. Through evocative stories and cherished family recipes, the author pays tribute to the rich culture, love, and flavors that shaped her life. This memoir beautifully blends personal reflections on family, resilience, and the timeless traditions of Tuscan cuisine, offering readers a deeply personal and flavorful look at an immigrant’s path to finding a home and a sense of belonging in a new world.

Beautiful color images in a large format book.

Keywords: Tuscany memoir, Italian cooking, cookbook, immigrant biography, culinary biography, Italian heritage book, family recipes, Tuscan traditions, Tuscan cuisine, Lucca (Italy), cultural journey, Gilroy (California), Italian-America experience, resilience stories, home and belonging, Tuscan family recipes, personal reflections