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Food, family and a little bit of fame. This book has them all. In July 2023, Gyton and his wife, Alex, moved halfway across the world with their three kids under seven to live in Sardinia for eighteen months. They did what most people would only...
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Food, family and a little bit of fame. This book has them all.
In July 2023, Gyton and his wife, Alex, moved halfway across the world with their three kids under seven to live in Sardinia for eighteen months. They did what most people would only do in their wildest dreams.
What Gyton embarked on was indeed ambitious, maybe a little crazy. He knew it wouldn't be all idyllic beaches, romantic laneways, and the world's best food. He knew they'd face challenges, hurdles, and probably stumble along the way. What he didn't know was how turbulent, yet enriching, their Italian adventures would be.
Il Dolce Fiasco tells the inspiring and very funny story of this rollercoaster ride through the chaos, the community and, most importantly, the cooking!
'A grand tale of food and family, full of heart and humour. Best of all, it took me back to Italy. Ciao bello! I loved every page.' Kate Langbroek
'A beautiful celebration of family, fresh starts and the courage to say yes to life's biggest adventures.' Pia Miranda
'Gyton captures the highs, the frustrations, the unexpected challenges and the moments of magic that come with embracing a new life, with warmth, humour and a refreshing self-awareness. It is a love letter to Italy in all its glorious contradictions: the beauty, the chaos, the generosity and all the things that drive you insane if you live there long enough. At its heart, this is a story about family, friendship and curiosity. An honest reminder that the greatest adventures are rarely the ones that go to plan, but the ones that change us along the way.' Silvia Colloca
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781761473692
Publisher: Allen & Unwin
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 03 November 2026
Country: Australia
Imprint: Allen & Unwin
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Width: 153.0mm
Height: 234.0mm
Weight: 0g
Pages: 288
About the Author
Gyton Grantley is a distinguished Australian actor, presenter and personality, renowned for his compelling performances in television and film. He gained widespread recognition for his portrayal of convicted murderer and drug trafficker Carl Williams in the acclaimed series Underbelly, a role that earnt him the 2009 Logie Award for Most Outstanding Actor and 2008 AFI award for Most Outstanding Actor in a Drama Series.
In 2023, he participated in the Australian edition of reality series The Traitors, competing alongside celebrities and contestants in a game of deception and strategy. In 2024, he partnered with comedian and friend Nikki Osborne to compete in The Big Trip, an outback adventure race.
Beyond acting, Grantley is also a skilled voice-over artist and is an ambassador with the charity HeartKids, which supports children affected by congenital heart disease.
Grantley and his young family recently spent 18 months living in Sardinia, Italy. He is an enthusiastic foodie and skilled home cook.
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