Experience Italy With Friends

Author: Tanya and Davide Raso

Experience Italy with Friends is a travel and lifestyle podcast where we will explore our favorite destinations and hidden gems, share key travel tips and cultural insights, and provide real-time updates about our new life in this remarkable country. Join Italy travel expert, Tanya Raso, and her Italian husband and producer, Davide Raso, on a journey that is sure to inspire you and prepare you to create immersive and authentic experiences of your own in beautiful Italy. Make sure to subscribe so you dont miss an episode and learn how we can help bring your Italian dream trip to life at www.amicivacations.com.
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EP32 Inside Italian Food Culture
Episode 32
Wednesday, 17 December, 2025

Today, as our season finale, we’re talking about our favorite topic, FOOD! But not just what’s on the plate. Italian cuisine is deeply tied to history, family, and daily life. It’s a way of connecting, expressing love, and passing traditions from one generation to the next. So much so that Italian cuisine was recently recognized by UNESCO as an Intangible Cultural Heritage. In this episode, we go inside Italian food culture: why it’s so different, why it tastes better, and why it matters so much here. We’re joined by American chef Matthew Cook, who moved to Italy over a decade ago and now teaches Italian cuisine and wine in Florence, while hosting hands-on cooking experiences in Lucca. He shares a thoughtful, grounded perspective on what truly makes Italian food Italian. If you love Italy, travel, and understanding a place through its food, this episode is for you. Resources: Chef Matthew Cook | Get Inspired | Discover our Trip Planning Services | Follow: Instagram • Facebook Join our FB Group “Experience Italy with Friends,” where you can ask questions and share experiences of your own! Subscribe, Review, and Partner: Be sure to subscribe so you don't miss an episode and please rate and leave a review to support our adventure! If you’re looking for expert advice or assistance in creating your own immersive and authentic experience in Italy, visit us at www.amicivacations.com or send us an email at info@amicivacations.com. If you're interested in sponsoring or advertising on this podcast, contact us at info@amicivacations.com. Published and produced by Avalanche Sound Productions.