Il Bel Centro Book Reviews

Il Bel Centro by Michelle Damiani Book Summary

A witty and warm-hearted memoir of abandoning fast-paced American days in favor of discovering the Italian secrets of food, community, and life.

Moving across the globe meant Michelle Damiani soon found herself untangling Italian customs, delighting in glorious regional cuisine (recipes included), and creating lasting friendships. From grandmothers eager to teach the ancient art of pasta making, to bakers tossing bread into fiery ovens with a song, to butchers extolling the benefits of pork fat, Il Bel Centro is rich with captivating characters and cultural insights.

Throw in clinking glasses of Umbrian red with the local communists and a village all-nighter decorating the cobblestone streets with flower petals; as well as embarrassing language minefields and a serious summons to the mayor’s office, and you have all the ingredients for a spellbinding travel tale.

Exquisitely observed, Il Bel Centro is an intimate celebration of small town Italy, as well as a thoughtful look at raising a family in a new culture and a fascinating story of finding a home. Ultimately though, this is a story about how travel can change you when you’re ready to let it.

With laugh-out-loud situations and wanderlust-inspiring storytelling, Il Bel Centro is a joyous and life-affirming read that will have readers rushing to renew their passports.

“This is one of the most beautiful book I’ve ever read.”

“I absolutely couldn’t get enough of this book.”

“This book made me want to pack my bags.”

“I loved, loved this book. Fabulously written, engaging, and entertaining.”

“A magical read.”

👋 Do you love Il Bel Centro books? Please share your friends!

Il Bel Centro (Michelle Damiani) Book Reviews 2024

Michelle Damiani - Il Bel Centro Discussions & Comments

Have you read this book yet? What do you think about Il Bel Centro by Michelle Damiani book? Ask the bookpedia.co community a question about Il Bel Centro!