Inside Federica Formilli Fendi's Vintage Design Oasis
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In the heart of Rome's Trastevere neighborhood is an enclave of amazign interior design. Federica Formilli Fendi's passion project and should be national treasure. For years, Fendi has sought out vintage design pieces, and now she shares them with the public. Join Erica as she talks with Federica about her lifelong passion for vintage furniture and her unique ability to mix different styles have created a dynamic, ever-evolving space at Triple F. Learn about the historic building's artistic past, Federica's background at Fendi, and the exquisite pieces that make Triple F a treasure trove of...
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Bringing contemporary art to Palermo with Francesco Pantaleone
Ciao Bella
“If you build it, they will come”; even if you have to fly them in yourself. This was Francesco Pantaleone’s mentality as he returned to his native Palermo after years in New York City to launch the city’s first contemporary art gallery. In this episode, Erica and Francesco talk about building an out-this-world constellation of contemporary art and artists in Palermo For show notes and more visit INSTAGRAM: TWITTER
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Walks with Stephen Oddo
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All roads lead to Rome, or start from here in the case of Italy's leader in small group tours. In this episode of Ciao Bella, Erica sits down with Stephen Oddo, co-founder and CEO of Walks, a tourism empire that marries modern “digitourism” with classic small group tours. Steven talks about entrepreneurship, the Walks philosophy, and how his company is collaborating with local communities in Rome and around the world to fight the effects of overtourism. 3 Essential Walks Tours For show notes and more visit INSTAGRAM: TWITTER
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Family Business Banfi Style
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From Italy to America and back again, for Cristina Mariani May, co-CEO of Banfi, the wine business is 100% Italian and American. With a 100 year-old grasp on importing Italian goods to America, Banfi has also been producing one of the top Brunellos for nearlly five decades. In this episode, Erica heads to near Montalcino to talk family business and Tuscan heritage with Cristina. For show notes and more visit INSTAGRAM: TWITTER
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Talk Como to Me at Bellagio's Villa Serbelloni
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Growing up in a historic five-star hotel on the shores of Lake Como, Jan Bucher is no stranger to the complexities and curiosities of luxury hospitality. As general manager of Bellagio’s Villa Serbelloni, Jan has accepted the four-generations-old torch that is running one of Como’s, and accordingly, the world’s, grandest hotels. Join Erica and Jan for a conversation on Clooney, culture and Como. For show notes and more visit INSTAGRAM: TWITTER
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The Lady in the Palazzo at Venice's Violino d'Oro
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Sara Maestrelli shares the journey from creation to design of , her family's new hotel in Venice. Hosts Erica Firpo talks with Sara Maestrelli about the intricate process of transforming historical buildings into modern hospitality spaces while preserving their heritage.Tune in to discover the secrets behind the lady in the palazzo and the art of creating a home away from home in the heart of Venice. For show notes and more visit INSTAGRAM: TWITTER
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So You Want To Be A Digital Nomad in Italy?
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News Flash: Italy has finally greenlit the Digital Nomad Visa! Your dreams of living in Italy are about to become reality. In this short episode, , Italy relocation expert, joins Erica to break down what the new digital nomad visa is and what it means to you. For show notes and more visit INSTAGRAM: TWITTER
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The Sicilian Inheritance and Jo PIazza
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Murder, mayhem and Sicily, that's author 's stranger than fiction reality which inspired her to write her latest book "The Sicilian Inheritance". In this episode, Jo joins Erica to talk hill towns a 100-year-old family tale, and the best things in being Italian American. #TheSiclianInheritance For show notes and more visit INSTAGRAM: TWITTER
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Tommaso Cecca and the Culture of Campari
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In an industry where the brightest stars fall the fastest, Campari has been a constant. A landmark of culture and pioneer of innovation, the brand’s trademark location in Milan’s Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II embodies its legacy of quality, family, and, above all, italianità. Erica sits down with Tommaso Cecca, head mixologist of in Galleria, for a conversation on Campari’s unmatched history, its role in aperitivo culture, and the recent opening of its underground speakeasy, Sala Gaspare. For show notes and more visit INSTAGRAM: TWITTER
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Panettone All Year With Chef Roy
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Panettone passion, it's a thing. And chef Roy Shvartzapel elevates this passion into a mission to liberate panettone from its Christmas confinement. From his Southern California panettone production , chef Roy is transforming panettone into a perennial pleasure. Grab a slice as Erica joins Roy to hear his panettone story and how he is making the Italian Christmas cake a year-round vibe. #It’sNotAboutThePanettone For show notes and more visit INSTAGRAM: TWITTER
info_outlineCaroline Caporossi is a leading social entrepreneur–founder of Modena-based Association for the Integration of Women and Roots, two community projects she founded with chef Jessica Rosval. Molded by a social services career in that has spanned two continents, Caroline has made her Modena life all about empowering migrant women in Italy through culinary education and job support. Join Erica to learn more about Roots' journey, and Caroline's goals for the near future.
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