A September to Remember: Searching for Culinary Pleasures at the Italian Table - Savoring the Olde Ways Series, Book Three
 
Gold Medal for Book Three of the IPPY Best of Non-fiction Book Series of the year
 
“Do you want to visit Italy, or do you want to experience Italy?” Those enticing words emboldened my husband and me to take a trip to Italy one memorable September. We discovered a land with unforgettable characters, sumptuous traditional foods, sublime beauty, plus cultural history. We discovered the real Italy.
 
“A joyous book of Italian history, traditions, and food that’s worth savoring.” —Kirkus Review
 
“Carole Bumpus's culinary travelogue A September to Remember is written in the inviting voice of a learner. [Her] exploration as an American abroad will draw in those who hunger for travel as much as they hunger for flavor. For Bumpus, appreciating food requires a strong sense of people and place; in fact, she regards food and culture as inseparable....Bumpus embraces authenticity over simplicity, encouraging cooks to rise to the challenge. A September to Remember is a food narrative that brings the heart of Italy to tables around the world.” —Foreword Reviews
 
“As a culinary memoir and travelogue, the author pairs family stories, recipes, and interviews with great success. [I can't wait for the quarantine to lift!] Her first essay in this series is well-regarded and a prize winner. It is easy to see why.” –IBPA Benjamin Franklin Award Judge