Founded in Vienna in 1923 by Dr. Béla Horovitz, Frederick ‘Fritz’ Ungar, and Ludwig Goldscheider, Phaidon emerged as a leading global publisher of innovative books on art, design, and more. Horovitz aimed to produce high-quality books at accessible prices, while Goldscheider brought unique designs, with refined production to the table.

The Silver Spoon is an influential Italian cookbook that has remained popular for the past 50 years. A team of esteemed cooking experts was enlisted to gather and publish hundreds of traditional Italian recipes, while updating ingredients, quantities, and methods to suit contemporary tastes, they also preserved the essence of ancient recipes for future generations. The book also features modern recipes from renowned Italian chefs, showcasing a diverse and appealing style of cooking that caters to both professional chefs and cooking enthusiasts alike. With over 2,000 recipes accompanied by beautiful commissioned artwork and photography.

• Material: Hardcover
• Dimensions: Length: 10 5/8", Width: 7 1/8"
• Page count: 1505
• 400 illustrations