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Valentina Harris is a British-Italian chef, food writer, and television presenter, known for her expertise in Italian cuisine. She has authored numerous cookbooks, hosted cooking shows, and leads culinary tours that immerse participants in Italian food culture. Her career spans from promoting Italian culinary traditions in the United Kingdom to teaching and coordinating food festivals.^[1]

Early life

Harris was born to an Italian mother and an English father. Her maternal grandfather, Carlo Sforza, was a notable Italian anti-fascist politician and diplomat. Growing up in Italy, Harris was influenced by Italian customs and food, especially through Beppino, a former chef and family friend who taught her traditional Italian cooking techniques, focusing on natural and additive-free ingredients.

After finishing school, Harris trained at a culinary school in Rome, under the guidance of Luigi Carnacina, an esteemed Italian chef. This formal education reinforced her knowledge of Italian cuisine, and she quickly developed a passion for teaching others about traditional Italian cooking methods.

Career

In the early 1980s, Harris moved to the UK, where she began cooking in private homes, introducing authentic Italian dishes to a British audience. Her early work contributed to the growing appreciation for Italian cuisine in the UK. She published her first cookbook in 1983, followed by several others, and her television career grew as she hosted shows focused on Italian food. Harris is known for her practical approach, emphasizing traditional Italian techniques over trendy adaptations.

In addition to her books and television work, Harris leads culinary tours in Italy, allowing participants to experience local food production and cooking. She also organizes food festivals in the UK, focusing on natural ingredients and artisanal production.

Notable works

Harris' cookbooks include:

Perfect Pasta (1984) - Her award-winning debut cookbook.

Risotto! Risotto! (2002) - Originally published by Absolute Press.

Fiori di Zucca (2007) - A "Foodoir" combining family memoirs and Italian recipes, published by Duncan Baird Publishers.

Risotto! Risotto! (Revised Edition, 2017) - Revised by Absolute Press/Bloomsbury Publishing, nominated for Best in the World in the International Gourmand Awards.

The Italian Regional Cookbook (2018) - A comprehensive collection based on five books on regional Italian cooking, published by Lorenz Books.

Personal Life

Harris' son Ben also works in the food industry, specialising in street food in London under the name Beppino, a tribute to the family friend who first inspired Harris' love of cooking.

Legacy and influence

Harris is regarded as a key figure in promoting Italian culinary traditions in the UK, blending Italian authenticity with her unique cross-cultural background. Through her books, television shows, and culinary tours, she continues to share her passion for Italian cuisine.

References

^ Walker, Chrissie (2012-09-30). "Valentina Harris - interview". Mostly Food and Cocktails. Retrieved 2024-11-19.

[1] Walker, Chrissie (2012-09-30). "Valentina Harris - interview". Mostly Food and Cocktails. Retrieved 2024-11-19.

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