Seeking kitchen inspiration for the home cooks (just about everyone these days) on your holiday gift list? No worries, we have you covered. For our 2020 cookbook roundup, we asked a group of highly accomplished Italian chefs to share their favorite recipe book or one that’s been an inspiration.

Collectively, their impressive credentials include cookbook authors, James Beard award winners, and Michelin stars. These selections are unique, unexpected, and top-notch, just like their food. Although some books were published decades ago, all are readily available for purchase.