Kids will love to discover recipes from this boot shaped country. A delicious collection of over 35 Italian recipes for the family to create and enjoy. Each recipe is easy to follow, with color photos and tips to help beginners get excited about cooking. Not only will kids learn what is cooked in Italy for breakfast, lunch, snacks, dinner, and desserts they will learn about Italian traditions. Recipes include Bruschetta, Spaghetti & Meatballs, Chicken Scampi, and Tiramisu to name a few. Kids imagination and creativity will be sparked, as they learn why lentils are served on New Year's Day and the tradition of wearing red underwear on New Year's Eve to bring good luck for the year to come. Italy has one of the longest Christmas seasons beginning on Dec 8th celebrating the Immaculate conception and the festivities continue right up to the Epiphany celebration on January 6th. Have your family choose your favorite recipes and make your own celebrations. Part of the Culinary Passport Series, once a flagged recipe has been completed place the sticker in your culinary passport to track your journey.