Episodes

  • Inside Federica Formilli Fendi's Vintage Design Oasis

    Inside Federica Formilli Fendi's Vintage Design Oasis
    Jul 25 2024

    In the heart of Rome's Trastevere neighborhood is an enclave of amazign interior design. Triple F is Federica Formilli Fendi's passion project and should be national treasure. For years, Fendi has sought out vintage design pieces, and now she shares them with the public. Join Erica as she talks with Federica about her lifelong passion for vintage furniture and her unique ability to mix different styles have created a dynamic, ever-evolving space at Triple F. Learn about the historic building's artistic past, Federica's background at Fendi, and the exquisite pieces that make Triple F a treasure trove of design.

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    28 mins
  • Bringing contemporary art to Palermo with Francesco Pantaleone

    Bringing contemporary art to Palermo with Francesco Pantaleone
    Jul 11 2024
    “If you build it, they will come”; even if you have to fly them in yourself. This was Francesco Pantaleone’s mentality as he returned to his native Palermo after years in New York City to launch the city’s first contemporary art gallery. In this episode, Erica and Francesco talk about building an out-this-world constellation of contemporary art and artists in Palermo For show notes and more visit Ciao Bella

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    31 mins
  • Walks with Stephen Oddo

    Walks with Stephen Oddo
    Jun 27 2024

    All roads lead to Rome, or start from here in the case of Walks, Italy's leader in small group tours. In this episode of Ciao Bella, Erica sits down with Stephen Oddo, co-founder and CEO of Walks, a tourism empire that marries modern “digitourism” with classic small group tours. Steven talks about entrepreneurship, the Walks philosophy, and how his company is collaborating with local communities in Rome and around the world to fight the effects of overtourism.

    3 Essential Walks Tours

    Pristine Sistine Premium Colosseum with Roman Forum and Palatine Rome in a Day For show notes and more visit Ciao Bella

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    37 mins
  • Family Business Banfi Style

    Family Business Banfi Style
    Jun 13 2024

    From Italy to America and back again, for Cristina Mariani May, co-CEO of Banfi, the wine business is 100% Italian and American. With a 100 year-old grasp on importing Italian goods to America, Banfi has also been producing one of the top Brunellos for nearlly five decades. In this episode, Erica heads to Castello Banfi near Montalcino to talk family business and Tuscan heritage with Cristina.

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    38 mins
  • Talk Como to Me at Bellagio's Villa Serbelloni

    Talk Como to Me at Bellagio's Villa Serbelloni
    May 30 2024

    Growing up in a historic five-star hotel on the shores of Lake Como, Jan Bucher is no stranger to the complexities and curiosities of luxury hospitality. As general manager of Bellagio’s Villa Serbelloni, Jan has accepted the four-generations-old torch that is running one of Como’s, and accordingly, the world’s, grandest hotels. Join Erica and Jan for a conversation on Clooney, culture and Como.

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    41 mins
  • The Lady in the Palazzo at Venice's Violino d'Oro

    The Lady in the Palazzo at Venice's Violino d'Oro
    May 16 2024

    Sara Maestrelli shares the journey from creation to design of Violino d'Oro, her family's new hotel in Venice. Hosts Erica Firpo talks with Sara Maestrelli about the intricate process of transforming historical buildings into modern hospitality spaces while preserving their heritage.Tune in to discover the secrets behind the lady in the palazzo and the art of creating a home away from home in the heart of Venice.

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    34 mins
  • So You Want To Be A Digital Nomad in Italy?

    So You Want To Be A Digital Nomad in Italy?
    May 3 2024
    News Flash: Italy has finally greenlit the Digital Nomad Visa! Your dreams of living in Italy are about to become reality. In this short episode, Thea Duncan, Italy relocation expert, joins Erica to break down what the new digital nomad visa is and what it means to you. For show notes and more visit Ciao Bella

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    19 mins
  • The Sicilian Inheritance and Jo PIazza

    The Sicilian Inheritance and Jo PIazza
    Apr 25 2024
    Murder, mayhem and Sicily, that's author Jo Piazza's stranger than fiction reality which inspired her to write her latest book "The Sicilian Inheritance". In this episode, Jo joins Erica to talk hill towns a 100-year-old family tale, and the best things in being Italian American. JoPiazza.com #TheSiclianInheritance For show notes and more visit Ciao Bella

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    31 mins