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🔷 A journey through the flavours, knowledge and identity of the island
A new work has been published that promises to become a point of reference for those who love Sardinia, its cuisine and its culture: the Enciclopedia Enogastronomica della Sardegna by Alessandra Guigoni.
This monumental and passionate editorial project brings together over a thousand entries, more than three hundred traditional recipes and a vast repertoire of products, places, producers, personalities and knowledge related to Sardinian food culture in a single digital publication.
🔷 Beyond taste: anthropology, history and territory
The work is not just a repertoire of dishes or ingredients. It is a profound account of the cultural roots that give meaning to Sardinian cuisine. Each entry intertwines history, anthropology, agricultural practices, biodiversity and local traditions, offering the reader a vivid and well-documented portrait of an island rich in nuances.
🔹 Among the topics covered:
- traditional agri-food products (PAT) and typical local products;
- native varieties of fruit, vegetables and cereals;
- local animal breeds and their protection;
- the history of catering and food-related professions;
- recipes, rituals and everyday gestures that reveal the profound identity of the Sardinian people.
🔷 The author
Alessandra Guigoni, cultural anthropologist and lecturer at the IED in Cagliari, has been working for years on material culture, with a particular focus on food.
With this encyclopaedia, she brings together the fruits of her long career in research and dissemination, combining scientific rigour with narrative passion.
🔶 Why read it
The Encyclopaedia is a valuable resource for:
- enthusiasts and curious individuals who want to discover Sardinia through taste;
- tourism and food culture professionals;
- bloggers, journalists and storytellers looking for authoritative sources to tell the story of different regions;
- those who wish to explore the island's gastronomic heritage in terms of identity and contemporary culture.
🔶 Where to find it
L’opera è disponibile in formato digitale sullo store dell’autrice:
👉 Acquista qui l’Enciclopedia Enogastronomica della Sardegna
An atlas of Sardinian flavours to be leafed through slowly, providing inspiration for trips, stories or new food and wine experiences in the island's villages.
