SIME Books

SIME editions and co-editions. SIME BOOKS titles cover different regions of Italy and are
illustrated with wonderful contemporary travel, food & drink photography.
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Title: Venezia in Cucina - The flavours of Venice | Available on AMAZON UK and major bookstores
Authors: Photographs by Laurent Grandadam. Edited by Cinzia Armanini, Alberta Magris
Language: Bilingual English, Italian
Venice has always been a bustling trading city. Its cuisine is the most profound expression of a territorial identity and was not immune to contaminations by other cultures. Nonetheless, the flavour of Venetian dishes reveals something more than its commercial past. To discover what that is, you have to sail to the lagoon's islands, where the restaurants offer authentic traditional Venetian cuisine, what you might call "native Venice".
Book code: T20
Format: 19,5x23,5 cm - 288 pages
Price: £ 26,00  + standard shipping rates

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Title: The Cathedral of Monreale | Only available on SIME-BOOKS.COM
Authors: Edited by Lisa Sciortino. Photographs by Enzo Lo Verso, Nicola Cappiello, Sime photographers
Language: Multilingual Italian, English, French, German
The Cathedral of Monreale is one of the most outstanding monuments of medieval Europe, an icon of the power of the Norman Kingdom of Sicily. Its conception is a legend, ordered by the Virgin Mary appearing in a dream to William II, and the “Golden Temple” was very quickly built, surpassing in splendour any previous religious construction.There are countless stylistic components that characterize the architectural complex, which fuses Greek, Roman, Arab, Venetian, Pisan, Apulian and Provençal influences. The profusion of mosaics, the gleaming gold tesserae and the grandeur of the building have always fascinated and amazed visitors who admired its magnificence, described by Guy de Maupassant as “the most complete, rich and impressive to be seen for the mosaic decoration on a golden g
Book code: 0334
20,3 x 25,2 cm - 208 pages
Price: £ 24,95  + standard shipping rates

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Title: Mummy, let's cook! Italian meals to make with kids by Il Gufo.
Authors: Maria Castellano, Stefano Scatà, Monica Parussolo
Language: Available in Italian and English
Have you ever thought of enlisting the aid of your children in the kitchen? If suitably stimulated, even the youngest children, can help mom and dad prepare simple and tasty recipes! The concise, practical recipes by Maria Castellano and the photographs by Stefano Scatà introduce a world in which the kitchen becomes a place for growth and happiness. With Monica Parussolo's illustrations, each child will feel an integral part of the preparation. And there will be no lack of enthusiasm!
Book code: 0015
Format: 19,5 x 26 cm - 240 pages
Price: £ 26,00  + standard shipping rates

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Title: Sicilian cookery - Sicilia in Cucina
Authors: Nino Bartuccio, Alessandro Saffo, William dello Russo
Language: Italiano, English
The gastronomic culture of Sicily captured in 80 recipes. It isn’t just another cookbook: It offers an authentic insight into Sicily’s culinary art and culture, side by side with a photographic journey through the island. Alongside traditional fare are recipes with a touch of creativity, as well as invaluable advice on pairing with local wines. There’s a whole section on wines from historic wineries, plus from a few new arrivals, while another section is devoted to the herbs of Sicily.
Book code: 0165
Format: 19,5x23,5 cm - 288 pages
Price: £ 26,00  + standard shipping rates

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Title: Apulian cookery - Puglia in Cucina
Authors: Colin Dutton, William dello Russo
Language: Italiano, English
The cuisine of Puglia comes from both the land and sea. Its ingredients reflect the nature of the region, coming together in dishes that are ‘simple’ in the noblest sense of the world. The quality of these ingredients stems from farming and fishing traditions that are thousands of years old. And since so many of the dishes have the most humble origins, they are generally easy to prepare.
Book code: 0166
Format: 19,5x23,5 cm - 288 pages
Price: £ 26,00  + standard shipping rates

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Title: PUGLIA - Between Sea and Sky
Authors: Johanna Huber, Giovanni Simeone, William Dello Russo
Language: Italiano, English
In 240 pages, Puglia: Between Sea and Sky tells the story of Italy’s easternmost region through sumptuous photographs. Taking in the Gargano Peninsula, the Tremiti Islands, the Salento Peninsula with its two seas, the bustling ports along the Adriatic, the tranquillity of the Ionian coast, and the art cities of Lecce, Bari, and Taranto, the book is an unforgettable travel experience.
Book code: 0013
Format: 21x21 cm - 240 pages
Price: £ 20,00  + standard shipping rates

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Title: Dal Prosecco al Raboso. The Best wineries and great wines of Treviso - I grandi vini e le cantine più ospitali della Marca Trevigiana
Authors: SIME photographers, Alessandro Zaltron
Language: English, Italiano
An annotated map of the most beautiful wineries in the area of Treviso, with a list of the ten best bottles, selected by Dino Marchi president of the sommeliers of Veneto.
Book code: T03
Format: 14,5x21,2 cm - 136 pages
Price: £ 18,00  + standard shipping rates

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Title: CALABRIA - Terra Incognita
Authors: Leif Blanc, Alessandro Saffo, Giovanni Simeone, Antonino Bartuccio
Language: Italian, English
A spectacular photographic journey through the beautiful places of Calabria.
Book code: 0157
Format: 21x21 cm - 240 pages
Price: £ 24,00  + standard shipping rates

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Title: SICILIA. The Best Wineries and Great Wines - Le migliori cantine e i grandi vini
Authors: Salvo Foti, Alessandro Saffo, Luisa Taliento
Language: Italian, English
A Grand Tour of the great wines of Sicily and the best wineries that have made them famous throughout the world. Beautiful photography and wine tasting notes.
Book code: 109
Format: 12,5x18,5 cm - 120 pages
Price: £ 12,00  + standard shipping rates

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Title: SICILIA - THE ISLAND
Authors: Alessandro Saffo, Luisa Taliento
Language: Italian, English
The remains of a glorious past, the folklore of religious festivals, the landscapes shaped by sea and volcano. All this is described through photographs and stories that stir the emotions.
Book code: 0021
Format: 21x21 cm - 235 pages
Price: £ 24,00  + standard shipping rates

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Title: THE LAND OF PROSECCO - LE COLLINE DEL PROSECCO
Authors: SIME photographers
Language: Italian, English
A fascinating photographic journey through the land of Prosecco The first guide to the DOCG of Italy’s favourite bubbly. Includes a foldout map with useful information.
Book code: T02
Format: 17x12,5 cm - 64 pages
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Price: £ 6,90  + standard shipping rates

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Title: VENETO
Authors: SIME photographers
Language: Italian, English
A charming pocket book covering the essentials of the Veneto region. Beautiful images and informative text.
Book code: T01
Format: 8x8 cm - 320 pages
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Price: £ 5,90  + standard shipping rates

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Title: Puglia Album
Authors: Mariarosaria Tagliaferri, Illustrations by Chiara Buccheri
Language: Bilingual Italian, English
A new collection of beatifully illustrated books, where images skillfully bridge traditions, monuments, culinary temptations and natural wonders. Italy and its magical athmospere! A “Grand Tour” for kids to discover Apulia!
Book code: 0193
Format 30 x 24 cm - p. 24
Price: £ 9,95  + standard shipping rates

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Title: Sicilia Album
Authors: Mariarosaria Tagliaferri, Illustrations by Chiara Buccheri
Language: Bilingual Italian, English
A new collection of beatifully illustrated books, where images skillfully bridge traditions, monuments, culinary temptations and natural wonders. Italy and its magical athmospere! A “Grand Tour” for kids to discover Sicily.
Book code: 0189
Format 30 x 24 cm - p. 24
Price: £ 9,95  + standard shipping rates

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Title: ETNA
Authors: SIME photographers
Language: Italian, English
A book exploring the beauty of Mount Etna. Includes a foldout map with useful information.
Book code: 115
Format: 17x12,5 cm - 64 pages
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Price: £ 6,90  + standard shipping rates

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Title: BAROCCO IN SICILIA - BAROQUE IN SICILY
Authors: SIME photographers
Language: Italian, English
A book that explores the Baroque masterpieces of Val di Noto. Includes a foldout map with useful information.
Book code: 114
Format: 17x12,5 cm - 64 pages
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Price: £ 6,90  + standard shipping rates

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Title: SICILIA - IL CUORE DEL MEDITERRANEO
Authors: Alessandro Saffo, Giovanni Simeone, Zeno Lorenzo Verlato
Language: Italian, English, German, French and Russian
A group of professional photographers take the reader on a tour of the island’s most beautiful places. Captions provide information on history, itineraries and things to do. The guide contains a section on the best hotels in each part of the island.
Book code: LSD
Format: 15x15 cm - 152 pages
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Price: £ 12,00  + standard shipping rates

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Title: Treviso 101. 101 Ways to discover Treviso - Le Meraviglie della Marca
Authors: SIME photographers, Alessandro Zaltron
Language: Italian, English
This book is a presentation of places well worth visiting in the area around Treviso in the Veneto region.
Book code: T04
Format: 16x21 cm - 240 pages.
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Price: £ 20,00  + standard shipping rates

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Title: CALABRIA
Authors: SIME photographers
Language: Italian, English
A charming pocket book covering the essentials of Calabria. Beautiful images and informative text.
Book code: 116
Format: 8x8 cm - 320 pages
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Price: £ 5,90  + standard shipping rates

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Title: Palermo
Authors: SIME Photographers
Language: Italian, English
A book that guides the reader through the beautiful sights of Palermo. Includes a foldout map with useful information.
Book code: 113
Format: 17x12,5 cm - 64 pages
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Price: £ 6,90  + standard shipping rates

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Title: SICILIA - SICILY
Authors: SIME Photographers
Language: Italian, English
A pocket book to accompany you on your travels through Sicily.
Book code: 106
Format: 8X8 cm - 320 pages
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Price: £ 5,90  + standard shipping rates

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Title: SICILIA ISOLE - ISLANDS OF SICILY
Authors: SIME Photographers
Language: Italian, English
A pocket book covering the essentials of the Islands of Sicily. Beautiful images with informative text.
Book code: 107
Format: 8X8 cm - 320 pages
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Price: £ 5,90  + standard shipping rates