The Sweet Life at La Fortezza: Italian Desserts and Interiors from My Home in Tuscany (Wholesale 12-Pack - Unsigned Copy)
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The Sweet Life at La Fortezza: Italian Desserts and Interiors from My Home in Tuscany
Parla Publishing
Pub Date: May 2025
Unit Price: $35.00USD/$45.00 CAN
ISBN: 979-8-9869976-4-3
Format: Hardcover
Item Weight : 2.31 pounds
Dimensions : 8.4 x 1 x 10.3 inches
208 Pages
Carton Qty: 10
Minimum Order: 1 carton
About The Sweet Life at La Fortezza
Welcome to The Sweet Life, where every day at La Fortezza is made just that little bit sweeter with a glorious array of Italian desserts. Our guests swoon over the irresistible confections that accompany each meal. Imagine starting your morning with delicate cakes and seasonal jam tarts, the sort of slices that feel almost too beautiful to eat but are impossible to resist. And as the day unfolds, there’s always a creamy custard or luscious semifreddo waiting in the wings. Come evening, dinner is crowned with pillowy cheesecakes, silky panna cotta, and our beloved homemade digestivi, each one a nod to Italy’s rich culinary heritage. This book is your invitation to bring those same indulgent delights into your own kitchen.
This isn’t just a collection of recipes; it’s a love letter to the life we’ve crafted at La Fortezza. You’re not only getting a taste of our favorite desserts, but a glimpse into the home that inspires them. Step inside our carefully curated spaces—every room, every lovingly collected piece reflects the soul of the Italian countryside. The setting is as much a part of the story as the sweets themselves, creating a perfect backdrop for the indulgence that unfolds here. It’s a celebration of style, home, and the sweet, sweet life we adore.
Immerse yourself in the sweet life of Tuscany with 85 Italian desserts, both contemporary and crafted from centuries-old traditions, perfected in my La Fortezza kitchen
Discover recipes featuring local ingredients, like chestnut flour and seasonal fruits, bringing the true essence of Tuscany to your table
From rich crostatas to velvety gelato, these recipes will transport you to Italy with every bite.
Reviews of The Sweet Life at La Fortezza:
“Close your eyes and picture the perfect Italian villa, far off the beaten path in a still largely undiscovered part of northern Tuscany. We can guarantee you La Fortezza is better than what you are imagining. Annette Joseph, with a combined mastery of design and gastronomy, has curated the ultimate getaway. Cocktails at the pool with an undisturbed view of the hills of Lunigiana? Check. Rustic bedrooms with the original charm of a medieval fortress. Yup. Pizza making in an outdoor oven with a local chef? Naturally. We close our eyes and go back there all the time.” —Jessica Chesler Executive Producer (EP) of Southern Charmed Bravo
“It is always the SWEET LIFE at La Fortezza with Annette. My family and I visited a couple years ago and we still can't get over how beautiful and delicious our stay was. We fell in love with the region, Annette's beautiful home and all the local markets, shops and neighborhoods she took us to. Staying at La Fortezza really made us feel like locals and actually gave me so much design inspo. Every room was styled beautifully and had pieces that she collected from different markets from all over. I am still so jealous of all her goodies. Can't wait to go back.” —Eden Grinshpan host of Top Chef Canada and the author of EATING OUT LOUD, and TAHINI BABY
About the Author
Annette is a published author with seven books under her belt: Picture Perfect Parties, Cocktail Italiano, Italy is My Boyfriend, and her two latest books, My Italian Guestbook, The Killer Menu, and At The Table of La Fortezza, a cookbook based on the La Fortezza kitchen and the incredible food, food purveyors, and artisans in the region of Lunigiana. Now, her new cookbook, devoted to the delicious desserts served at La Fortezza, The Sweet Life at La Fortezza.
Make sure to subscribe to her YouTube Channels, All About Annette, tours of homes for sale, tours of villages and cities, and meetings with the locals. La Fortezza Kitchen, for recipes, It’s fun and informative. For anyone who loves Italy or wants to move to Italy, Annette’s channel is a must.