Author Talk with Danielle Callegari, Author of A Bite Sized History of Italy
Thu, Aug 13
|Bridgeside Books
Join author Danielle Callegari, Dartmouth College professor and celebrated Gola podcast cohost, in conversation with VICA president Lisa DeNatale, as Danielle guides readers through the kitchens, vineyards, city squares, and coastal ports of the iconic peninsula. This is a ticketed event ($27.99)


Time & Location
Aug 13, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
Bridgeside Books, Historic District, 29 Stowe St Ste 2, Waterbury, VT 05676, USA
About the Event
Join author Danielle Callegari, Dartmouth College professor and celebrated Gola podcast cohost, in conversation with VICA president Lisa DeNatale, as Danielle guides readers through the kitchens, vineyards, city squares, and coastal ports of the iconic peninsula, painting an intimate portrait of a place justly famous for its cuisine—so much so that food might well be the very reason for its existence.
A compelling exploration into the rich tapestry of Italian food history and culture, from the Roman Empire to today, by Danielle Callegari, the co-host of the top-ranked Gola food and wine podcast. Though a relatively young country, Italy’s culinary identity has been simmering for centuries, shaped by a shared gastronomic culture. From the dormice and garum of ancient Roman cuisine to the heresy of pineapple pizza, A Bite-Sized History of Italy traces this legacy, offering a delicious romp through millennia of culinary tradition and transformation. Tickets are $27.99 plus…
