With over 2-1/2 million copies sold of his single subject cookbooks, James McNair now launches an exciting new series of generously illustrated recipe collections based on some of the world's most popular cuisines. Featuring an entirely new design, as well as the easy-to-follow recipes and crisp, elegant photography that have earned him a worldwide following, James McNair Cooks Italian opens the door to the rich, varied, and exuberant panorama of the Italian culinary repertoire. covering antipasti, side dishes, salads, and desserts in addition to the primi and secondi courses of the classic Italian meal, over 70 authentic, beautifully presented dishes reveal the classic simplicity and fresh, vivid flavors of traditional Italian cuisine.