Taste: The Sunday Times bestselling memoir from the award-winning actor and famous foodie

This is an autobiography of Stanley Tucci and is a great read. It starts in mid life and is very interesting. When he describes family recipes he then gives a list of ingredients and how to prepare the recipe from scratch. This is a good insight into family meals. When he visits restuarants he advises what is good to eat there. This is great as we are going to Vancouver and we have made a reservation of the suggested restuarant for my birthday. There is one sad part as he describes when he has tongue cancer and the treatment given and how this affected how he ate. The style is very engaging and I read it swiftly. It is easy to follow and full of living with many children of varing ages. There is one sad part as he describes the treatment he had and the difficulty with eating with tongue cancer. Naturally he family were supportive. The way it is written is very engaging and is in a style that is easy to follow. I will read more of his books.

I read this while on holiday in Italy. It's littered with recipes so you can almost taste and smell the experiences within the book. I can't say I've followed any of the recipies yet but it adds a new dimension to reading which I thoroughly enjoyed.

Stanley Tucci’s Taste is a warm, witty journey through his life, told through the lens of food. From childhood meals in his Italian-American household to behind-the-scenes stories from Hollywood sets, Tucci blends personal anecdotes with culinary reflections in a way that’s both entertaining and deeply relatable. He shares memorable moments like filming Big Night, cooking with family, and even his battle with oral cancer, which temporarily robbed him of the ability to enjoy food, making his love for it all the more poignant. His writing is conversational and full of charm, making it feel like you’re sharing a meal and stories with an old friend. Whether you’re a foodie, a fan of Tucci, or just someone who appreciates a good memoir, Taste offers a satisfying blend of humor, nostalgia, and insight. It’s a celebration of how food connects us to culture, memory, and each other. Highly recommended for anyone who’s ever found comfort in a bowl of pasta or joy in a perfectly mixed cocktail.

Stanley Tucci has had an amazing career but has also had his share of personal sadness. As a cancer survivor myself, I found his story humbling, fascinating, humorous, and above all uplifting. Having listened to him narrate his recent TV series on Italian food, one can hear his enthusiastic voice when reading the chapters which comes through clearly and sincerely. I took this book with me on a recent trip to Southern Italy, after completing my final treatment session. It certainly helped me to understand, accept and appreciate the importance that family, friends and good food have in our lives. A great autobiography, with the added benefit of simple but delicious recipes. What more could one ask for? Another volume perhaps…

Really good read

Having read the previous book written by Mr Tucci, I wasn't sure if I would enjoy this book as much. I thought it would be purely recipes, but it also includes information about where, when, and the circumstances in which he enjoyed (or sometimes did not enjoy) each meal. I found it very easy to dip in and out of, and I did indeed try a lot of the recipes.

A genuinely interesting, immersive and well written book. Matthew Dawood Khaghani

What an excellent autobiography! I listened to Stanley, himself, read the book toe on Audible and it was truly a treat. Stanley has a rich past - filled with travel, food, and famous faces. He is a natural storyteller and just your average good human. I love that he includes recipes throughout. He spoke at length about his film Big Night, which made me want to watch it for the first time ever. It's old enough now that I was astounded to see Stanley with hair! Really good film though, and it incorporates a lot of Stanley's upbringing in an Italian family. All hail the timpano!

Grea read and well-written. Fun. Interesting. Makes you keep reading !

Amazing book, great storytelling and style Thanks Stanley)

but it's no Anthony Bourdain

Loved this book. Got it as a christmas present and enjoyed every minute of it.

We love Stanley and this book is wonderful. It's currently being handed around my friends. Highly recommend.