Passion Italy

A travelogue series that presents Italy through the passions of its people.

Episodes

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    Basilicata: asset-mezzanine-16x9
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    Basilicata

    Stunning Matera; colorful Carnival; foundry art; embroidery; making wine; Nativity scenes
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    Tuscany: asset-mezzanine-16x9
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    Tuscany

    Renaissance-era craftsmanship; an architectural wonderland; and making Tuscan biscuits.
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    Molise: asset-mezzanine-16x9
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    Molise

    Ancient methods for making bells, cheese and bag pipes; pre-Roman archeological sites.
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    Campania: asset-mezzanine-16x9
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    Campania

    Artisans make cameos, embroidery, and more; archeological underwater park.
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    Alto Adige: asset-mezzanine-16x9
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    Alto Adige

    Transforming wood into art; castle tours; cooking sheep dishes; tasting local gin.
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    Lazio: asset-mezzanine-16x9
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    Lazio

    Street art district; the Pyramid; Palazzo Colonna; medieval Viterbo; and ghost village.
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    Abruzzo: asset-mezzanine-16x9
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    Abruzzo

    Maiolic ceramics; Good Friday procession; fishing; artisans use copper, stone, and more.
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    Veneto: asset-mezzanine-16x9
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    Veneto

    Behind-the-scenes at the masquerade; making ceramic pipes; Murano glass; historical dances

About Passion Italy

A 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.