The author includes autobiographical memories, a family tree and portraits, and personal commentary with the recipes, explaining that she was, "born in London to a Finnish mother and a Greek-Cypriot father, when I was four we moved to South Africa. I now live in Italy."

Food from many kitchens -- Family tree -- Falling cloudberries (Finland) -- Oregano, oranges, and olive groves (Greece) -- Cinnamon and roses (Cyprus) -- Monkeys' weddings (South Africa) -- Washing lines and wishing wells (Italy) -- Suitcase of recipes (World).