Gennaro Contaldo's CUCINA

Italian chef, Gennaro Contaldo has been our Citalia Brand Ambassador for over 8 years and over that time he’s shared his Italian recommendations and recipes with us, which we know you love reading just as much as we do. That’s why we’re excited to celebrate the launch of his newest cookbook, CUCINA.

In April, we were thrilled to offer three lucky winners the chance to win an Italian food bundle including a signed copy of Gennaro’s book. This competition has now closed but terms and conditions can still be found at the bottom of this page.

CUCINA

Try your hand at some new recipes inspired by Gennaro’s Italian roots. CUCINA is filled with hearty money saving meals from a true Italian! In a time of convenience and increasing food waste, Gennaro’s Cucina is just what we need – you will learn how to use simple ingredients in inventive ways, eat seasonally, spend less and eat better.

Risotto Alla Zucca

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Fricco' Di Pollo All' Arrabbiata

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'Proper, old-school classics to use up every scrap' – Jamie Oliver, Chef

Can’t wait to get cooking? You can order CUCINA now, ready for your next meal!

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You can find out more about Gennaro’s role as Citalia’s Brand Ambassador on his page.

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Gennaro’s Cucina: Hearty Money-Saving Meals from an Italian Kitchen’ by Gennaro Contaldo (Pavilion Books). Image credit to David Loftus.

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Gennaro Contaldo's CUCINA

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