search
Get Started
search
The Silver Spoon - Cookbook
zoom_in Click to enlarge

The Silver Spoon

description The Silver Spoon Overview

The Silver Spoon is a comprehensive Italian cookbook originally published in 1950, widely considered an essential kitchen resource for home cooks.

help The Silver Spoon FAQ

Where does The Silver Spoon cookbook come from?

The Silver Spoon, or Il Cucchiaio d'Argento, was originally published in Italy in 1950 by the publishing house Editoriale Domus. It was created as a wedding gift for brides and has since become Italy's most successful cookbook.

How many recipes are in The Silver Spoon?

The English edition of the cookbook contains over 2,000 traditional Italian recipes. It covers everything from simple pasta dishes to complex roasts and classic Italian desserts.

Is The Silver Spoon good for beginners?

While it is a massive reference book, it is known for having straightforward, ingredient-focused instructions typical of traditional Italian home cooking. However, some recipes assume a basic knowledge of cooking techniques.

When was The Silver Spoon translated into English?

The first English translation of the book was published by Phaidon in 2005. This release made the iconic Italian culinary bible accessible to an international audience for the first time.

Reviews & Comments

Write a Review

rate_review

Be the first to review

Share your thoughts with the community and help others make better decisions.

Save to your list

Save your favorites and follow how their scores change over time.

Save favorites
Get updates
Compare scores

Already have an account? Sign in

Compare Items

See how they stack up against each other

Comparing
VS
Select 1 more item to compare