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