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The Italian lifestyle is one unmatched throughout the world.  From fashion to design, Italians have always celebrated and embraced the beauty of life.  Discover the amazing world of Italy and enjoy the ride!

Translating Pasta

064: Translating Pasta

We take a lot of pasta names for granted.  Sure, we all enjoy “spaghetti,” but do you know what it means?  How...
Villa Cappelli Italian Garden

063: Caremongering, the virus, and gardening — oh my!

The title pretty much says it all.  We talk a little more about the coronavirus in Puglia and how Italians are dealing...
Prosciutto wrapped figs

7 Reasons to Love Prosciutto Wrapped Figs

A lot of us are probably familiar with this dish's brother, prosciutto wrapped melon. And while that is delicious and nutritious as well, prosciutto...
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061: Day in the life Running an Italian Villa

In this episode, we try to give you a bit of behind the scenes look at what it’s like to run a...
Villa Cappelli Cocktails3

Cappelli Cocktails

Conserve Cocktails?  Extra Virgin Olive Oil Cocktail?   What the what?  Yep, folks, with a little imagination and booze, you...
Villa Projects2

060: Italian Villa Projects

In this podcast, we catch you up on the projects we’ve been doing at the villa during our “off time” without guests. ...
Italian Travel Tip: Enjoy a refreshing glass of ice-cold water on a wooden table.

Italian Travel Tip: Ice

Italians don't use a lot of ice.  Be prepared to drink your water, soda and other beverages without ice, though they are usually cold...
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048: Villa Cappelli Guest Chef

After a long hiatus, we are back to give you updates on happenings at the villa from record snow storms to our latest guests....
Spring In Puglia (1)

055: Spring in Puglia

Another quick catchup episode, talking about spring in Puglia, our new dogs, our spring projects, and other odds and ends of life in our...
Puglia Italy Weather

19 Reasons to love Puglia, Italy weather in the summer

There are lots of reasons to love Puglia, Italy weather, but in the summer it's taken to a new level. #1 Beautiful Beaches OK, this one...

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