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Max Mariola developed a love for cooking as a child watching those around him—his mother Fiorella, father Mario, aunt Olga, and grandmother Linda. His professional journey began in the kitchens of Italian restaurants, and after years of dedication and culinary courses, he appeared on TV, becoming one of the most popular chefs on Gambero Rosso Channel.

Mariola has served as Executive Chef and Quality Supervisor for major hotel chains in Italy and Europe and works as a consultant chef for leading Italian food companies. He also oversees the kitchens of Agata e Romeo, Park Royal Hotel, and Simposium in Cartoceto. Today, Mariola shares his culinary expertise with millions of followers on social media, cooking from his iconic terrace kitchen with the help of Camera Woman and his son Mario, his official taste tester.

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Discover 120 traditional and reimagined Italian recipes in this cookbook by international sensation chef Max Mariola.

Come in, grab a chair, and make yourself comfortable. I'm almost done cooking—can’t you smell the aroma? Give me a moment to drain the pasta and toss it just the way we like it, to the rhythm of the magical sound of love. A bit of grated pecorino, a few basil leaves, a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil, a generous spoonful of vegetable sauce… and buon appetito!

Quality ingredients, seasonality, sustainability, and passion come together in this collection of simple and tasty recipes designed for those who love to cook with their heart. Born from a love of home cooking and backed by the experience of large restaurants, social media star and restaurateur Max Mariola shares everything from no-fuss bites and sandwiches to hearty pasta and mains. Along the way, he reminds us that cooking takes both strong arms (to whip eggs!) and good humor, because if we feel good with ourselves, we’ll treat our ingredients—and the people we cook for—with love.

Tailor-made for you to recreate at home, each meal is crafted to inspire joy, balance, and authentic Italian flavor. Inside you’ll find:

• Over 100 timeless family recipes and original creations, from puttanesca to post-workout chicken
• Tips for selecting quality ingredients, essential techniques, time-saving tricks, and drink pairings

Don’t you feel a little hungry too? Shall we get cooking?