The author of over 30 books on Italian food, VALENTINA HARRIS is an experienced and enthusiastic teacher, and shares her food philosophy of using local, seasonal produce to make dishes served with minimum fuss and maximum care.Now the proprietor, principal tutor and regulator at La Cucina Valentina in Italy, and a regular face at food fairs in the UK, Valentina continues to host bespoke cookery courses and undertake private catering commissions. She also makes frequent appearances on TV and radio.