A book inspired by Professor Valter Longo’s Longevity Diet, featuring recipes by the internationally renowned chef Niko Romito.

“The Taste of Longevity: Recipes and Beyond”

A collective project that brings together people, recipes, and cultures around a shared vision: eating well to live better and longer.

Featuring over recipes from Italian cuisine—recognized as UNESCO cultural heritage—as well as international recipes, in-depth insights, culinary curiosities, and personal stories.

Created in collaboration with renowned chef Niko Romito, along with experts in nutrition and healthy longevity, professional chefs, and passionate home cooks

The author’s proceeds support scientific research and outreach, free education programs for schools and families, and nutritional and healthcare assistance—free or at a reduced cost—for individuals facing economic hardship and health challenges.

Over 300 5-Star Reviews!

A book inspired by Professor Valter Longo’s Longevity Diet, featuring recipes by the internationally renowned chef Niko Romito.

“The Taste of Longevity: Recipes and Beyond”

A collective project that brings together people, recipes, and cultures around a shared vision: eating well to live better and longer.

Featuring over recipes from Italian cuisine—recognized as UNESCO cultural heritage—as well as international recipes, in-depth insights, culinary curiosities, and personal stories.

Created in collaboration with renowned chef Niko Romito, along with experts in nutrition and healthy longevity, professional chefs, and passionate home cooks

The author’s proceeds support scientific research and outreach, free education programs for schools and families, and nutritional and healthcare assistance—free or at a reduced cost—for individuals facing economic hardship and health challenges.

Over 300 5-Star Reviews!

Eat and Cook Healthy. Live Well and Longer. Protect the Planet.

This book began with a simple question:
How can we eat healthily without giving up flavor, the joy of cooking, or sustainability?

The answer unfolds through a journey across countries, cultures, and families—shaped by memories, aromas, ingredients, and shared stories.

From the mountains of Sardinia and Calabria to Puglia, from Japanese tables to kitchens in Costa Rica and California, every recipe carries a connection: a childhood memory, a traditional dish, or a gesture passed down through generations.

Alongside this cultural heritage is the science of longevity, offering clear, practical principles to help cook meals that are flavorful, balanced, and nourishing. You don’t need to be a chef— you just need good ingredients, curiosity, and the desire to take care of your health.

A book featuring personal stories, memories, culinary insights and brief explorations into the history of Italian and international food traditions.

Over 300 5-Star Reviews!

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Inside the Book

Healthy, simple, and delicious Italian and international recipes, accompanied by personal stories
Recipes inspired by Professor Valter Longo’s Longevity Diet
Contributions and recipes by Chef Niko Romito
Italian and Mediterranean food traditions
Culinary traditions from Asia and the Americas
Recipes from the world’s longevity regions
Dedicated sections on healthy fast food and healthier Tex-Mex
and Cal-Mex
Nutrition facts and accessible scientific insights
Sustainable cooking using seasonal, locally sourced ingredients
A zero-waste approach to reduce environmental impact
Insights into food history, culture, and tradition

Who This Book Is For

Families and Schools

Ideal for families, students, educators, and anyone interested in health and nutrition.

Environmentally Conscious Readers

Perfect for those who want to eat healthy while reducing their impact on the planet.

Food Lovers and Home Cooks

For anyone curious to explore healthy recipes from around the world.

Health-Focused Individuals

For those looking to turn everyday cooking into a powerful ally for long-term health.

This is a book to read, explore, cook from, and share. A collective project created to unite people, recipes, and cultures around one idea: eating well to live better, longer, and with more joy.

Who’s Behind

“The Taste of Longevity”

Professor Valter Longo

Biologo e gerontologo, è direttore del Longevity Institute della University of Southern California. È conosciuto a livello internazionale per la Dieta della Longevità e la dieta mima-digiuno e per il suo impegno nel rendere accessibili a tutti strategie di prevenzione e cura basate sulla nutrizione.

Fondazione Valter Longo

Founded in 2017, Fondazione Valter Longo promotes healthy and sustainable longevity—for individuals, communities, and the planet—from childhood through adulthood.

Chef Niko Romito

Internationally renowned chef Niko Romito contributes recipes and culinary vision, demonstrating how refined, flavorful dishes can support health and longevity.

Why This Book Is Different

Because it brings together:

Taste

through flavorful and satisfying recipes

Personal health

through the Longevity Diet

Planetary health

through low-impact recipes

Culture and identity

through the stories behind each dish

Get a book that celebrates flavor, health, and sustainability. Start your journey toward better health and longevity today..

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The collective project
The Taste of Longevity

The Taste of Longevity is a collaborative effort that brings together internationally renowned chefs like Niko Romito, amateur chefs, researchers, nutritionists, families, and young people from various countries. Together, they demonstrate how taste, health, and culture can coexist in everyday life.

Food here is not just nourishment, but also culture, memory, health, and emotion: the book brings together people, stories, memories, and delicious, healthy dishes to share.

"This is not just a recipe book: it's a journey through memory, traditions, and the joy of cooking together."

What Your Donation Makes Possible

Fondazione Valter Longo is committed to making healthy longevity accessible to all—preventing disease, supporting those facing illness, and promoting balanced, sustainable lifestyles.

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ROMINA INES CERVIGNI, DIRETTRICE SCIENTIFICA

Free nutrition and health education programs for schools, families, and vulnerable populations

Nutritional assistance—free or low-cost—through a network of expert nutritionists and physicians

Prevention and support programs for chronic conditions such as cancer, diabetes, obesity, and cardiovascular and neurodegenerative diseases

Initiatives that build a movement for healthy and sustainable longevity based on inclusion and solidarity

Our Impact

Nutrition visits

Online consultations

Students reached through school programs

Ongoing clinical studies

Meet our patients, stories of courageand hope

True stories, real impact

Their journeys, their words

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Prof. Valter Longo

An internationally recognized scientist, founder of Fondazione Valter Longo (Italy) and the Create Cures Foundation (U.S.).

Professor of Biogerontology and Director of the Longevity Institute at the University of Southern California, he has been studying the mechanisms of aging and the role of nutrition in disease prevention for years.

Known worldwide for developing the fasting-mimicking diet and for the bestseller The Longevity Diet. His research shows how short, controlled fasting cycles can promote cellular regeneration and enhance the effectiveness of therapies, including cancer treatments.

He has received many international awards and in 2018, TIME named him one of the 50 Most Influential People in Health.

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Frequently asked questions

Is this a donation or a purchase?

This is a donation to the Valter Longo Foundation. As a thank you, you'll receive a copy of the book "The Taste of Longevity. Recipes and More"

What are the funds raised actually used for?

Donations support the Foundation's programs for research and scientific dissemination, free education on nutrition and longevity, and free or subsidized nutritional and healthcare assistance for those in vulnerable economic and health situations.

Is the donation tax deductible?

The Valter Longo Foundation is a nonprofit organization. Any tax benefits depend on applicable legislation and your personal situation: we recommend checking with your advisor or on the Italian Revenue Agency website.