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Bartolomeo Scappi's personal history is as rich as the dishes he prepared. Serving under Pope Pius V, Scappi worked during a period when the papacy sought to reform its indulgent banquets. This left him ample time to compile a treasure trove of over a thousand recipes, simplifying kitchens across the Vatican. His "Opera" is as much a historical document as it is a cookbook, painting a vivid picture of Renaissance dining.