When the South Tyrolean Farmers' Organization and the Seniors' Association of the South Tyrolean Farmers' Union collect recipes, more than just a cookbook is created – a culinary heritage is born. The over 40 recipes, some of which are over a hundred years old, come from all valleys of the region and tell stories of generations that have created great dishes with simple ingredients. In seven lovingly designed chapters – soups, appetizers, dumplings, meat and offal, pastries, sweets, and bread – the most important dishes of South Tyrolean traditional cuisine are presented. Each recipe is accompanied by step-by-step instructions and atmospheric photos, making it easy to recreate the dishes while embarking on a journey into the agricultural past. This book showcases a time when cooking was done with what the garden, farm, and village shop provided – honest, seasonal, and sustainable. The collection is complemented by informative texts about rural life, typical ingredients, and the cultural significance of South Tyrolean cuisine. A must-have for all who love South Tyrol – and for those who wish to discover its culinary soul.