Biba Caggiano was an Italian-American cookbook author, television chef, and restaurateur whose work focused on Italian cuisine. Her books in this collection, including *Modern Italian Cooking*, *Trattoria Cooking*, and *Biba's Italian Kitchen*, reflect an approach that spans both contemporary interpretations and the rustic, regional traditions of Italian home and restaurant cooking. Through her writing and television work, Caggiano brought accessible Italian culinary techniques to an American audience.