<a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1018771/open_sms">Send us a text</a>It was an honor and privilege to interview <a href='https://www.drignarro.com/'>Nobel Laureate Dr. Ignarro</a>. From humble Italian roots to a breakthrough medical discovery. In this enlightening conversation,<a href='https://www.drignarro.com/'> Dr. Lou Ingnarro </a>shares his Italian heritage, family history, and the journey that led him to win the Nobel Prize in medicine. He discusses the significance of nitric oxide in health and medicine, its discovery, and its impact on various medical treatments, including Viagra. Lou emphasizes the importance of curiosity and education in pursuing a career in science, reflecting on his upbringing and the influence of his parents. The conversation also touches on the challenges of obtaining Italian citizenship and the personal connections to his roots.<ul><li>Lou Ingnato&apos;s family hails from Napoli and Sicilia.</li><li>He was awarded the Nobel Prize in medicine in 1998.</li><li>Nitric oxide is crucial for cardiovascular health.</li><li>Curiosity played a significant role in Lou&apos;s scientific journey.</li><li>Education can come from personal motivation, not just formal schooling.</li><li>Lou&apos;s parents never attended school, yet they inspired his success.</li><li>Nitric oxide has applications in treating erectile dysfunction and hypertension.</li><li>Exercise and diet can boost nitric oxide levels in the body.</li><li>Lou has visited Italy over 50 times since winning the Nobel Prize.</li><li>He published a memoir titled &apos;Dr. No&apos; about his life and discoveries.</li></ul> <ul><li>&quot;I am known as the father of Viagra.&quot;</li><li>&quot;You can boost nitric oxide with exercise.&quot;</li><li>&quot;You need to be curious in life.&quot;</li><li>&quot;Curiosity is key to scientific discovery.&quot;</li><li>&quot;My parents never went to school.&quot;</li></ul> Turnkey. The only thing you’ll lift are your spirits.<a target="_blank" href="https://amzn.to/3EiiYPt">Dr. NO</a> in this fascinating memoir, Dr. Ignarro opens up and shares intimate details about his life journey. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. <a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/bePatron?u=30519446">Support the show</a>Purchase my book &quot;Farmers and Nobles&quot; <a href='https://www.italiangenealogy.blog/farmers-and-nobles/'>here</a> or at <a href='https://amzn.to/3EeYMez'>Amazon</a>.

<description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1018771/open_sms"&gt;Send us a text&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;It was an honor and privilege to interview &lt;a href='https://www.drignarro.com/'&gt;Nobel Laureate Dr. Ignarro&lt;/a&gt;. From humble Italian roots to a breakthrough medical discovery. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;In this enlightening conversation,&lt;a href='https://www.drignarro.com/'&gt; Dr. Lou Ingnarro &lt;/a&gt;shares his Italian heritage, family history, and the journey that led him to win the Nobel Prize in medicine. He discusses the significance of nitric oxide in health and medicine, its discovery, and its impact on various medical treatments, including Viagra. Lou emphasizes the importance of curiosity and education in pursuing a career in science, reflecting on his upbringing and the influence of his parents. The conversation also touches on the challenges of obtaining Italian citizenship and the personal connections to his roots.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Lou Ingnato&amp;apos;s family hails from Napoli and Sicilia.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;He was awarded the Nobel Prize in medicine in 1998.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Nitric oxide is crucial for cardiovascular health.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Curiosity played a significant role in Lou&amp;apos;s scientific journey.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Education can come from personal motivation, not just formal schooling.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Lou&amp;apos;s parents never attended school, yet they inspired his success.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Nitric oxide has applications in treating erectile dysfunction and hypertension.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Exercise and diet can boost nitric oxide levels in the body.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Lou has visited Italy over 50 times since winning the Nobel Prize.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;He published a memoir titled &amp;apos;Dr. No&amp;apos; about his life and discoveries.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;&amp;quot;I am known as the father of Viagra.&amp;quot;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&amp;quot;You can boost nitric oxide with exercise.&amp;quot;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&amp;quot;You need to be curious in life.&amp;quot;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&amp;quot;Curiosity is key to scientific discovery.&amp;quot;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&amp;quot;My parents never went to school.&amp;quot;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Turnkey. The only thing you’ll lift are your spirits.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;a target="_blank" href="https://amzn.to/3EiiYPt"&gt;Dr. NO&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br&gt;in this fascinating memoir, Dr. Ignarro opens up and shares intimate details about his life journey.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/bePatron?u=30519446"&gt;Support the show&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Purchase my book &amp;quot;Farmers and Nobles&amp;quot; &lt;a href='https://www.italiangenealogy.blog/farmers-and-nobles/'&gt;here&lt;/a&gt; or at &lt;a href='https://amzn.to/3EeYMez'&gt;Amazon&lt;/a&gt;.&lt;/p&gt;</description>

Send us a text It was an honor and privilege to interview Nobel Laureate Dr. Ignarro. From humble Italian roots to a breakthrough medical discovery.  In this enlightening conversation, Dr. Lou Ingnarro shares his Italian heritage, family history, and the journey that led him to win the Nobel Prize in medicine. He discusses the significance of nitric oxide in health and medicine, its discovery, and its impact on various medical treatments, including Viagra. Lou emphasizes the importance o...

From Italian Roots to Nobel Laureate

<a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1018771/open_sms">Send us a text</a>In this conversation, Bob Sorrentino interviews Anthony Taddeo from the Italian musical group <a href='https://www.allaboara.com/'>Allaboara</a>. They discuss Anthony&apos;s Italian heritage, family roots, and the traditions that shaped his identity. The conversation delves into the discovery of Italian folk music, the formation of Allaboara, and the cultural impact of their performances. They explore regional variations in Italian folk music, the instruments used, and the evolution of the genre. The discussion highlights the importance of preserving cultural practices and the audience&apos;s emotional connection to the music.<ul><li>Family traditions play a significant role in shaping identity.</li><li>Italian folk music is diverse and rich in history.</li><li>Allaboaro aims to preserve and revitalize Italian folk music.</li><li>Audience reactions often highlight emotional connections to the music.</li><li>Regional dialects in Italian folk music can be challenging for audiences.</li><li>The importance of storytelling in performances is emphasized.</li><li>There is a growing interest in reviving traditional practices in Italy.</li></ul>Sound Bites<ul><li>&quot;Italian culture has always been at the core of my identity.&quot;</li><li>&quot;There&apos;s so much more to Italian folk music than I thought.&quot;&quot;</li><li>&quot;I felt so moved by the performance.&quot;</li><li>&quot;This project is really about preserving our culture.&quot;</li><li>&quot;Folk music speaks to the human experience.&quot;</li></ul>Turnkey. The only thing you’ll lift are your spirits.<a target="_blank" href="https://shop.spreadshirt.com/italian-marketplace">Italian Marketplace LLC</a> Online tee shirts, hoodies and more for Italians <a target="_blank" href="https://amzn.to/3rHm06p">Italians Swindled to New York</a> The story of the first Italians to enter New York in 1872 Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. <a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/bePatron?u=30519446">Support the show</a>Purchase my book &quot;Farmers and Nobles&quot; <a href='https://www.italiangenealogy.blog/farmers-and-nobles/'>here</a> or at <a href='https://amzn.to/3EeYMez'>Amazon</a>.

<description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1018771/open_sms"&gt;Send us a text&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;In this conversation, Bob Sorrentino interviews Anthony Taddeo from the Italian musical group &lt;a href='https://www.allaboara.com/'&gt;Allaboara&lt;/a&gt;. They discuss Anthony&amp;apos;s Italian heritage, family roots, and the traditions that shaped his identity. The conversation delves into the discovery of Italian folk music, the formation of Allaboara, and the cultural impact of their performances. They explore regional variations in Italian folk music, the instruments used, and the evolution of the genre. The discussion highlights the importance of preserving cultural practices and the audience&amp;apos;s emotional connection to the music.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Family traditions play a significant role in shaping identity.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Italian folk music is diverse and rich in history.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Allaboaro aims to preserve and revitalize Italian folk music.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Audience reactions often highlight emotional connections to the music.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Regional dialects in Italian folk music can be challenging for audiences.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;The importance of storytelling in performances is emphasized.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;There is a growing interest in reviving traditional practices in Italy.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Sound Bites&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;&amp;quot;Italian culture has always been at the core of my identity.&amp;quot;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&amp;quot;There&amp;apos;s so much more to Italian folk music than I thought.&amp;quot;&amp;quot;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&amp;quot;I felt so moved by the performance.&amp;quot;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&amp;quot;This project is really about preserving our culture.&amp;quot;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&amp;quot;Folk music speaks to the human experience.&amp;quot;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;Turnkey. The only thing you’ll lift are your spirits.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;a target="_blank" href="https://shop.spreadshirt.com/italian-marketplace"&gt;Italian Marketplace LLC&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br&gt;Online tee shirts, hoodies and more for Italians&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;a target="_blank" href="https://amzn.to/3rHm06p"&gt;Italians Swindled to New York&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br&gt;The story of the first Italians to enter New York in 1872&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/bePatron?u=30519446"&gt;Support the show&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Purchase my book &amp;quot;Farmers and Nobles&amp;quot; &lt;a href='https://www.italiangenealogy.blog/farmers-and-nobles/'&gt;here&lt;/a&gt; or at &lt;a href='https://amzn.to/3EeYMez'&gt;Amazon&lt;/a&gt;.&lt;/p&gt;</description>

Send us a text In this conversation, Bob Sorrentino interviews Anthony Taddeo from the Italian musical group Allaboara. They discuss Anthony's Italian heritage, family roots, and the traditions that shaped his identity. The conversation delves into the discovery of Italian folk music, the formation of Allaboara, and the cultural impact of their performances. They explore regional variations in Italian folk music, the instruments used, and the evolution of the genre. The discussion highlights ...

Reviving Italian Folk Music: A Journey with Allaboara

<a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1018771/open_sms">Send us a text</a>In this conversation, Bob Sorrentino interviews Phil DiNovo, the founder and executive director of the <a href='https://www.americanitalianmuseum.org/'>American Italian Heritage Museum</a>. They discuss Phil&apos;s Italian background, the journey of Italian immigrants, the values and traditions that have been passed down through generations, and the importance of preserving Italian heritage. Phil shares insights about the establishment of the museum, community engagement, and the significance of collecting and preserving artifacts that represent Italian culture. The conversation highlights the contributions of Italian Americans and the need to instill a sense of heritage in younger generations.Takeaways<ul><li>Phil&apos;s family has roots in Sicily, with grandparents immigrating in the early 1900s.</li><li>The importance of hard work and frugality in Italian American families.</li><li>Italian Americans have a rich cultural heritage that needs to be preserved.</li><li>The role of family and community in maintaining traditions is crucial.</li><li>Phil founded the American Italian Heritage Museum to educate and celebrate Italian culture.</li><li>The museum offers various programs and events to engage the community.</li><li>Italian Americans have made significant contributions to American history.</li><li>Collecting artifacts is essential for preserving Italian heritage.</li><li>It&apos;s important to ask family members about their stories and heritage.</li><li>The conversation emphasizes the need for younger generations to appreciate their cultural roots.</li></ul>Sound Bites<ul><li>&quot;We have family all the way over to California.&quot;</li><li>&quot;Italian Americans, I think, are pretty good savers.&quot;</li><li>&quot;It&apos;s your job to teach the young.&quot;</li><li>&quot;We need to learn more about our heritage.&quot;</li><li>&quot;We owe them so much.&quot;</li><li>&quot;You never know who&apos;s going to walk through the door.&quot;</li><li>&quot;People don&apos;t realize that they&apos;re Italian Jews.&quot;</li></ul>Turnkey. The only thing you’ll lift are your spirits.<a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/bePatron?u=30519446">Support the show</a>Purchase my book &quot;Farmers and Nobles&quot; <a href='https://www.italiangenealogy.blog/farmers-and-nobles/'>here</a> or at <a href='https://amzn.to/3EeYMez'>Amazon</a>.

<description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1018771/open_sms"&gt;Send us a text&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;In this conversation, Bob Sorrentino interviews Phil DiNovo, the founder and executive director of the &lt;a href='https://www.americanitalianmuseum.org/'&gt;American Italian Heritage Museum&lt;/a&gt;. They discuss Phil&amp;apos;s Italian background, the journey of Italian immigrants, the values and traditions that have been passed down through generations, and the importance of preserving Italian heritage. Phil shares insights about the establishment of the museum, community engagement, and the significance of collecting and preserving artifacts that represent Italian culture. The conversation highlights the contributions of Italian Americans and the need to instill a sense of heritage in younger generations.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Takeaways&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Phil&amp;apos;s family has roots in Sicily, with grandparents immigrating in the early 1900s.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;The importance of hard work and frugality in Italian American families.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Italian Americans have a rich cultural heritage that needs to be preserved.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;The role of family and community in maintaining traditions is crucial.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Phil founded the American Italian Heritage Museum to educate and celebrate Italian culture.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;The museum offers various programs and events to engage the community.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Italian Americans have made significant contributions to American history.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Collecting artifacts is essential for preserving Italian heritage.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;It&amp;apos;s important to ask family members about their stories and heritage.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;The conversation emphasizes the need for younger generations to appreciate their cultural roots.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Sound Bites&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;&amp;quot;We have family all the way over to California.&amp;quot;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&amp;quot;Italian Americans, I think, are pretty good savers.&amp;quot;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&amp;quot;It&amp;apos;s your job to teach the young.&amp;quot;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&amp;quot;We need to learn more about our heritage.&amp;quot;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&amp;quot;We owe them so much.&amp;quot;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&amp;quot;You never know who&amp;apos;s going to walk through the door.&amp;quot;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&amp;quot;People don&amp;apos;t realize that they&amp;apos;re Italian Jews.&amp;quot;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;Turnkey. The only thing you’ll lift are your spirits.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/bePatron?u=30519446"&gt;Support the show&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Purchase my book &amp;quot;Farmers and Nobles&amp;quot; &lt;a href='https://www.italiangenealogy.blog/farmers-and-nobles/'&gt;here&lt;/a&gt; or at &lt;a href='https://amzn.to/3EeYMez'&gt;Amazon&lt;/a&gt;.&lt;/p&gt;</description>

Send us a text In this conversation, Bob Sorrentino interviews Phil DiNovo, the founder and executive director of the American Italian Heritage Museum. They discuss Phil's Italian background, the journey of Italian immigrants, the values and traditions that have been passed down through generations, and the importance of preserving Italian heritage. Phil shares insights about the establishment of the museum, community engagement, and the significance of collecting and preserving artifacts tha...

Preserving Italian Culture: The American Italian Heritage Museum

<a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1018771/open_sms">Send us a text</a>Ilene and Gary Modica, residents of Lucca for 4 years give us some of their favorite places in Tuscany to visit. You can find all 31 in their latest book &quot;Tuscany Treasures&quot;. https://amzn.to/43q8LL0 #tuscanytravel #lucca<a target="_blank" href="https://amzn.to/41wbMXC">Tuscany Treasures</a> Uncover the hidden gems of Tuscany with this vibrant guidebook. Get town highlights and more. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. <a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/bePatron?u=30519446">Support the show</a>Purchase my book &quot;Farmers and Nobles&quot; <a href='https://www.italiangenealogy.blog/farmers-and-nobles/'>here</a> or at <a href='https://amzn.to/3EeYMez'>Amazon</a>.

<description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1018771/open_sms"&gt;Send us a text&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Ilene and Gary Modica, residents of Lucca for 4 years give us some of their favorite places in Tuscany to visit. You can find all 31 in their latest book &amp;quot;Tuscany Treasures&amp;quot;. https://amzn.to/43q8LL0 #tuscanytravel #lucca&lt;/p&gt;&lt;a target="_blank" href="https://amzn.to/41wbMXC"&gt;Tuscany Treasures&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br&gt;Uncover the hidden gems of Tuscany with this vibrant guidebook. Get town highlights and more.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/bePatron?u=30519446"&gt;Support the show&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Purchase my book &amp;quot;Farmers and Nobles&amp;quot; &lt;a href='https://www.italiangenealogy.blog/farmers-and-nobles/'&gt;here&lt;/a&gt; or at &lt;a href='https://amzn.to/3EeYMez'&gt;Amazon&lt;/a&gt;.&lt;/p&gt;</description>

Send us a text Ilene and Gary Modica, residents of Lucca for 4 years give us some of their favorite places in Tuscany to visit. You can find all 31 in their latest book "Tuscany Treasures". https://amzn.to/43q8LL0 #tuscanytravel #lucca Tuscany TreasuresUncover the hidden gems of Tuscany with this vibrant guidebook. Get town highlights and more.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show Purchase my...

What are the best small towns to visit in Tuscany?

<a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1018771/open_sms">Send us a text</a>In this engaging conversation, Bob Sorrentino speaks with Ilene and Gary Modica, authors of &apos;Tuscany Treasures.&apos; They share their journey of obtaining dual citizenship through Gary&apos;s grandfather, their experiences living in Lucca, and the process of selecting the perfect Italian town. The Modicas discuss their unique approach to writing a guidebook focused on local festivals and traditions, as well as the importance of experiencing the authentic Italian culture found in smaller towns. They also provide insights on navigating Tuscany, the challenges of citizenship, and their top recommendations for must-visit towns in the region.Takeaways<ul><li>Their guidebook focuses on festivals and local traditions.</li><li>Smaller towns offer a more authentic Italian experience.</li><li>Planning is important, but spontaneity can be fun too.</li><li>Both Eileen and Gary successfully obtained Italian citizenship.</li><li>Citizenship laws are changing and can be frustrating.</li><li>Lucca is a charming town often overlooked by tourists.</li><li>Traveling by train is a viable option in Tuscany.</li><li>The Modica&apos;s recommend several lesser-known Tuscan towns. </li><li>Northern Italy&apos;s cuisine is rich and creamy, while Southern Italy is tomato-based.</li><li>Culinary preferences are deeply rooted in regional identities in Italy.</li><li>Italians have specific dining etiquette, such as no cheese on fish.</li><li>Cappuccino should not be ordered after 11 AM in Italy.</li><li>Expect no ice in your water; it&apos;s not customary in Italy.</li><li>Living in Italy requires patience due to bureaucratic processes.</li><li>Seasonal eating is a way of life in Italy, with local produce dictating menus.</li><li>Train travel is highly recommended for exploring Italy.</li><li>Airbnb or VRBO are preferred for longer stays in Italy.</li><li>Cultural immersion is essential for understanding life in Italy.</li></ul>https://ouritalianjourney.com http://www.facebook.com/ouritalianjourney http://www.instagram.com/italianjourney/ http://www.twitter.com/IleneModica https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfe0md6bVa2-JKpufLS_J-g http://www.pinterest.com/imodicaTurnkey. The only thing you’ll lift are your spirits.<a target="_blank" href="https://amzn.to/41wbMXC">Tuscany Treasures</a> Uncover the hidden gems of Tuscany with this vibrant guidebook. Get town highlights and more. <a target="_blank" href="https://amzn.to/3vBqOe3">Our Italian Journey</a> Great book for those looking to get Italian citizenship or relocate to Italy Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. <a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/bePatron?u=30519446">Support the show</a>Purchase my book &quot;Farmers and Nobles&quot; <a href='https://www.italiangenealogy.blog/farmers-and-nobles/'>here</a> or at <a href='https://amzn.to/3EeYMez'>Amazon</a>.

<description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1018771/open_sms"&gt;Send us a text&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;In this engaging conversation, Bob Sorrentino speaks with Ilene and Gary Modica, authors of &amp;apos;Tuscany Treasures.&amp;apos; They share their journey of obtaining dual citizenship through Gary&amp;apos;s grandfather, their experiences living in Lucca, and the process of selecting the perfect Italian town. The Modicas discuss their unique approach to writing a guidebook focused on local festivals and traditions, as well as the importance of experiencing the authentic Italian culture found in smaller towns. They also provide insights on navigating Tuscany, the challenges of citizenship, and their top recommendations for must-visit towns in the region.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Takeaways&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Their guidebook focuses on festivals and local traditions.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Smaller towns offer a more authentic Italian experience.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Planning is important, but spontaneity can be fun too.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Both Eileen and Gary successfully obtained Italian citizenship.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Citizenship laws are changing and can be frustrating.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Lucca is a charming town often overlooked by tourists.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Traveling by train is a viable option in Tuscany.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;The Modica&amp;apos;s recommend several lesser-known Tuscan towns. &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Northern Italy&amp;apos;s cuisine is rich and creamy, while Southern Italy is tomato-based.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Culinary preferences are deeply rooted in regional identities in Italy.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Italians have specific dining etiquette, such as no cheese on fish.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Cappuccino should not be ordered after 11 AM in Italy.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Expect no ice in your water; it&amp;apos;s not customary in Italy.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Living in Italy requires patience due to bureaucratic processes.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Seasonal eating is a way of life in Italy, with local produce dictating menus.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Train travel is highly recommended for exploring Italy.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Airbnb or VRBO are preferred for longer stays in Italy.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Cultural immersion is essential for understanding life in Italy.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;https://ouritalianjourney.com&lt;br/&gt;http://www.facebook.com/ouritalianjourney&lt;br/&gt;http://www.instagram.com/italianjourney/&lt;br/&gt;http://www.twitter.com/IleneModica&lt;br/&gt;https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfe0md6bVa2-JKpufLS_J-g&lt;br/&gt;http://www.pinterest.com/imodica&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Turnkey. The only thing you’ll lift are your spirits.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;a target="_blank" href="https://amzn.to/41wbMXC"&gt;Tuscany Treasures&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br&gt;Uncover the hidden gems of Tuscany with this vibrant guidebook. Get town highlights and more.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;a target="_blank" href="https://amzn.to/3vBqOe3"&gt;Our Italian Journey&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br&gt;Great book for those looking to get Italian citizenship or relocate to Italy&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/bePatron?u=30519446"&gt;Support the show&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Purchase my book &amp;quot;Farmers and Nobles&amp;quot; &lt;a href='https://www.italiangenealogy.blog/farmers-and-nobles/'&gt;here&lt;/a&gt; or at &lt;a href='https://amzn.to/3EeYMez'&gt;Amazon&lt;/a&gt;.&lt;/p&gt;</description>

Send us a text In this engaging conversation, Bob Sorrentino speaks with Ilene and Gary Modica, authors of 'Tuscany Treasures.' They share their journey of obtaining dual citizenship through Gary's grandfather, their experiences living in Lucca, and the process of selecting the perfect Italian town. The Modicas discuss their unique approach to writing a guidebook focused on local festivals and traditions, as well as the importance of experiencing the authentic Italian culture found in smaller...

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