Rome by Katie and Giancarlo Caldesi (Hardie Grant, 2015)

Digesting Rome may seem like a tall order — the Eternal City is steeped with centuries of history — but Katie and Giancarlo Caldesi rise to the challenge with this rich offering. Easyto-follow recipes focus on the simplicity of Italian food and make both ancient and modern dishes accessible while serving an intriguing history lesson with each plate.