Unlike typical TV tie-in books, this cookbook is written entirely in character . It assumes the Sopranos are a real family. The headnotes are written by "Artie" as if he is recounting stories from his childhood with Tony, reminiscing about Vesuvio’s restaurant, and sharing secrets from Carmela’s kitchen.
Paulie squinted, picking up the book. He held it at arm's length, then brought it closer to his face. "'The Sopranos Family Cookbook,'" he read slowly. "'Compiled by Artie Bucco.' Tiny letters. 'With recipes by...' blah, blah, blah. Here we go. 'And containing the culinary secrets of Tony Soprano.'" The Sopranos Family Cookbook.pdf