Italy and the Potato: A History, 1550-2000

Italy, like the rest of Europe, owes a lot to the ''Columbian exchange''. As a result of this process, in addition to potatoes, Europe acquired maize, tomatoes and most types of beans. All are basic elements of European diet and cookery today. The international importance of the potato today as the world''s most cultivated vegetable highlights its place in the Columbian exchange.

While the history ...