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passion italy

Experience the enticing city at Italy's center and its unique craftsmanship preserved since the Medici era. In Florence, the mosaicist, Renzo Scarpelli, takes Alessandra along the Arno river where he collected the stones used to make marvelous stone "paintings. " The stylist Stefano Ricci saved a fascinating silk factory of the 1700's from oblivion -- among its looms there is one by Leonardo Da Vinci. Palazzo Borghese is full of richness and grandeur. To taste the renowned Cantucci biscuits, Alessandra meets the Lunardi brothers who share their secret recipe with her. Together, they visit local producers, including a Vin Santo wine maker and an old mill. After a stop in Lucca, an architectural wonder also known for its musical tradition, Alessandra learns about the ancient tradition of marble processing with a gifted artisan from the medieval city Pietrasanta.

Duration: 26 minutes and 14 seconds

Episode Number: 204

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About Passion Italy:

From artisans and chefs to luthiers and puppeteers, many Italians are preserving the artistic traditions that give Italy its old-world character.

PASSION ITALY is a half-hour travelogue series that presents Italy through the passions of its people.

Host Alessandra Poli lays out authentic, inexpensive Italian adventures for travelers who want to experience the spirit of the true Italian artist - those who live to create, and put quality and pride before profit and fame.

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Campania

Tuscany

Alto Adige

Molise

Basilicata

Sardinia

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Wed, May 6	10:00 A.M.	Basilicata NH Create (11.4)
Wed, May 6	5:00 P.M.	Basilicata NH Create (11.4)
Wed, May 6	11:00 P.M.	Basilicata NH Create (11.4)
Wed, May 13	10:00 A.M.	Sardinia NH Create (11.4)
Wed, May 13	5:00 P.M.	Sardinia NH Create (11.4)
Wed, May 13	11:00 P.M.	Sardinia NH Create (11.4)