023: Italy has the world’s best sandwich topper (and it’s not ketchup!)
Not ketchup. Not mayo. Not even mustard. We think the world's best sandwich and hamburger topper is our Red Onion Jam (Cipolon'). After a few shout outs to some fans, we tell you just what goes into making this amazing product and what else you can do with it.
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Some help from our fans:
Susan W. who let me...
022: How to tell if your extra virgin olive oil is really extra virgin
After a short catch up on life at the villa, including a couple of culinary tours and our harvest of peppers, you'll learn about our PLUS method (Price. Label. Understanding. Source) which you can use to help ensure the extra virgin olive oil you are buying is truly extra virgin olive oil.
Topics we cover:
Why you should always back...
021: If you love seafood and beaches, you’ll love Puglia, Italy
The second part of our Puglia coast series we cover Puglia beaches and the southern coastal towns of Puglia, including Bisceglia, Molfetta, Giovinazzo, Poliganano A Mare, and Monopoli, Otranto, Leuca, Gollipoli, Porto Selvaggio and one of the world’s most amazing places to take a swim. So put bring your appetites and bathing suits, and join us on this tour...
020: Why the coast of Puglia, Italy, is the best
In the first part of a two part podcast, you’ll learn all about the northern coastal towns of Puglia and why they are some of the best in the world, including Peschici, Vieste, Margherita di Savoia, Barletta, and Trani. So put on your sunscreen and join us for amazing ports, beaches, seafood and more.
Topics we cover
Our impression of...
019: Are Italian weddings the best in the world?
Learn all about the spectacle of an Italian wedding. From tons of Italian food, to music and dancing, to some interesting traditions, a wedding in Italy is unlike anything you’ve ever experienced. Find out all about them in this podcast.
Topics you’ll hear about:
Anna Vocino, who does our voice over intro
A little about the nearby town of Bitonto
The funny thing...
018: Why southern Italy is better than northern Italy
Learn some of the advantages southern Italy has over the northern sections. While most people have visited the northern cities like Rome, Pisa, and Milan, they might not realize what they are missing in the south. Paul and Steven discuss a blog post about this and whether they agree with every point.
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Paul’s Uncle Guy listening to boxer Nino...
017: An Italian feast you have to see (or hear) to believe
Learn all about the feast of the Madonna of Sovereto in Terlizzi and Sovereto in Puglia, Italy. From carts several stories tall to shepherd boys, you’ll feel like you’re in the middle of the celebration. So pour yourself a glass of wine and enjoy the festivities!
Topics we cover:
The change in Italian clothing in August
The difference between a feast and...
016: Summer in Italy — beating the heat and our favorite no-cook recipes
Learn how Italians deal with the summer heat, some traditions in Italy during the summer, and some of our favorite no-cook summer recipes.
Topics we cover:
The problem of finding fans in Italy at the height of summer
And how this relates to the Italian mindset when doing business
Ferragosto in Italy, where the entire country shuts down and goes on vacation for...
015: Finding family and returning home to Italy
You’ll learn how a podcast and a pigeon lead Elizabeth Coughlin to return to her great grandfather’s hometown of Terlizzi and fulfill her grandmother’s dream of reconnecting with her family in Italy. Enjoy this interview get inspired to find your roots and your home.
Topics we cover:
Why Elizabeth’s family said they came from Bari when they actually came from Terlizzi
Where...
014: Art and photography with photographer Paul Freeman
Learn about the challenges and issues of shooting the male figure when we talk with world famous photographer Paul Freeman about Italian art, photography and more.
Topics we cover:
Freeman’s shoots here at the villa on his first trip and this current trip
Why the villa reminds Freeman of the film The Leopard (English Sub-titles)
The theme of a lot of Freeman’s work...
