The complete companion to Italian culinary cultureWhether its ordering a cappuccino after 11am, using a spoon to twirl your pasta or asking for parmesan on a fish dish, well tell you exactly what not to do to avoid looking like an ignorant tourist. Brush up on restaurant etiquette, local customs and what ingredients to expect in Lonely Planets Eat Italy.To help you feel prepared for the Italian food scene well cover how, when and where to eat, etiquette dos and donts, and what classic regional specialties are a must try. Youll find the best places to eat in every region as well as what to order when youre there and how to eat it. If you are looking for an authentic and immersive foodie experience but dont know where to start, Eat Italy is your answer.In-depth background on local food and traditionsPractical info on popular food neighborhoodsHelps first-time visitors get the most from their tripAbout Lonely Planet: Lonely Planet is a leading travel media company, providing both inspiring and trustworthy information for every kind of traveler since 1973. Over the past four decades, weve printed over 145 million guidebooks and grown a dedicated, passionate global community of travelers. Youll also find our content online, on mobile, video and in 14 languages, armchair and lifestyle books, eBooks, and more.