For a dip into the past - not centuries ago, but 1,000 years ago - to the magnificent Tenuta Spannocchia in Tuscany, not far from Siena. Here you'll experience country accommodation with delicious hearty meals of homemade pasta, delicious pork products made onsite from heritage breeds. It was two years ago that owner Randall Stratton and I chatted for over an hour all about Spannocchia, and made plans to meet there soon.  Since then Randall has been diagnosed with cancer and is at home in Vermont with family under hospice care. Randall and his wife Francesca and the extended Spannocchia family ask that everyone  share their thoughts, memories and photos.  And in the meantime listen to our chat and Randall's tales about Spannocchia and his life.

Spannocchia, a 13th Century Tuscan Estate (an update)  - Episode 170

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This week on the Flavor of Italy podcast, we're shifting gears from food to something just as delicious, the historic Italian car, the Fiat 500. I know we usually talk about culinary delights, but trust me, the Fiat 500 is a tasty little icon in its own right. On your next trip to Italy, why not hop into a Fiat 500 - in Italy affectionately known as the Cinquecento - for a tour. All the details in this episode, plus you'll find out how this delightful little car has been used for everything from serving up delicious gelato to using the car as a grill for grilled meats. But first, let's take a little joyride through the Fiat 500 history. My first experience with the Fiat 500 was with my husband on our first date many decades ago...

A Fiat 500 Tour, plus the Story of this Beloved Iconic Italian Car

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Cooking Class in Puglia, in enchanting Lecce

The Flavor of Italy Podcast, ranked #3 in Italy and in the top 2.5% worldwide, is a captivating food, wine, travel & culture Italian podcast! As I celebrate this 200th Italian podcast episode, I'm already looking forward to the next 100 episodes. I'm eager to hear from you listeners about what Italy topics you'd like me to explore. Whether it's a deeper dive into the regional cuisines and wines of Italy, travel, design or culture, your suggestions are invaluable. Have a listen to this recap of the captivating and unique Italian food, wine, and culture topics we've covered! Help make the next 100 Italian podcast episodes a great success by subscribing to the podcast, leaving a great review and above all sharing the topics you'd like to hear about! What's being said about the Flavor of Italy Podcast: FeedSpot ranks the best Italy podcasts from thousands of podcasts and ranks them by relevancy, authority, social media followers, and freshness. Among the 60 Best Italian Podcasts, the Flavor of Italy Podcast is ranked #3. - May 2024 Listen Notes, the best podcast search engine and database on the web, says “The Flavor of Italy Podcast is one of the top 2.5% most popular shows out of 3,352,975 podcasts globally ”. - May 2024

200th Italian podcast Episode - Flavor of Italy Podcast Celebration!

Exploring Mediterranean Vegetarian Cuisine An Interview with Paola Gavin, a celebrated cookbook author with four published works and a regular contributor to Tablet.com. Gavin’s cookbooks are known for their deep dives into the historical and cultural backgrounds of Vegetarian Mediterranean ingredients, often accompanied by beautiful, historical artwork. A Journey Through Italy: A Love for Food and Art Paola Gavin's journey into the world of culinary arts and the Vegetarian Mediterranean diet began with her extensive travels and her background in fine arts. Growing up, she traveled extensively and studied fine art, which influenced her appreciation for art history and painting. This passion is evident in her social media, where she often shares paintings and art history insights, and in her delicious cookbooks.

The Vegetarian Mediterranean Diet

Unveiling one of Italy's Culinary Gems: La Tavola Marche, and a Journey Off the Beaten Path to the Marche region Italy. Nestled in the heart of Italy, amidst the undulating hills and fertile valleys of the Marche region Italy, lies a culinary sanctuary awaiting discovery. La Tavola Marche, aptly translating to "The Marche Region Table," is not just a destination but a lifestyle meticulously crafted by Ashley and Jason Bartner. The decision to settle in the Marche region Italy was no happenstance but a deliberate choice rooted in a desire to embrace the Italian way of life. Unlike the well-trodden paths of Tuscany or Umbria, the Marche region Italy offered a canvas for cultural immersion and culinary exploration.... 

Spannocchia, a 13th Century Tuscan Estate (an update) - Episode 170

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