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Absolutely lovely book review of From Tuscany with Love (Avina) by Literary Titan

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  HEARTWARMING BLEND OF MEMOIR AND COOKBOOK Says Literary Titan:  From Tuscany with Love  is a heartwarming blend of memoir and cookbook, weaving together memories of an immigrant childhood with the rich, comforting flavors of Italian cuisine. Lauretta Avina takes us on a deeply personal journey from the sun-drenched hills of Tuscany to the bustling streets of Gilroy, California. Along the way, she captures the bittersweet reality of leaving behind one home to build another, tackling cultural clashes, language barriers, and the aching desire to belong. Sprinkled throughout the book are family recipes that act as emotional anchors, tying past and present together through food. Read the rest here: From Tuscany with Love Book Description: From Tuscany with Love  is an emotional memoir capturing the heartfelt journey of a scared, little girl from the rolling hills of Lucca to the bustling life in America. Through evocative stories and cherished family recipes, the author...