Ciao Bella

Inside Federica Formilli Fendi's Vintage Design Oasis

In the heart of Rome's Trastevere neighborhood is an enclave of amazign interior design. Triple F is [https://triplef.it/en/collections/shop?utm_source=google_ads&utm_medium=paid_sea%5B%E2%80%A6%5Dpaign%3DSEARCH_BRAND&gad_source=1&gbraid=0AAAAAonmrk8XLPNkBYYN1n67zR-eQiHG6&gclid=CjwKCAjw74e1BhBnEiwAbqOAjIfr3H-RQWo-FfuExFEIud3BOLrV_-pGbrxticV3-JrgR25ZqynZNhoCnF8QAvD_BwE] 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. For show notes and more visit Ciao Bella [https://ciaobella.co/podcast] INSTAGRAM: @ericafirpo [http://www.instagram.com/ericafirpo] TWITTER @moscerina [http://www.twitter.com/moscerina]

Bringing contemporary art to Palermo with Francesco Pantaleone

"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 [https://ciaobella.co/podcast] INSTAGRAM: @ericafirpo [http://www.instagram.com/ericafirpo] TWITTER @moscerina [http://www.twitter.com/moscerina]

Walks with Stephen Oddo

All roads lead to Rome, or start from here in the case of Walks, [https://www.walksofitaly.com/?tap_a=364-72eab1&tap_s=4583678-931261] 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 [https://fas.st/t/z51SLSyX] Premium Colosseum with Roman Forum and Palatine [https://www.walksofitaly.com/rome-tours/colosseum-underground-tours/?tap_a=364-72eab1&tap_s=4583678-931261] Rome in a Day [https://www.walksofitaly.com/rome-tours/rome-in-a-day-tour/?tap_a=364-72eab1&tap_s=4583678-931261] For show notes and more visit Ciao Bella [https://ciaobella.co/podcast] INSTAGRAM: @ericafirpo [http://www.instagram.com/ericafirpo] TWITTER @moscerina [http://www.twitter.com/moscerina]

Family Business Banfi Style

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 [https://www.castellobanfi.it] near Montalcino to talk family business and Tuscan heritage with Cristina. For show notes and more visit Ciao Bella [https://ciaobella.co/podcast] INSTAGRAM: @ericafirpo [http://www.instagram.com/ericafirpo] TWITTER @moscerina [http://www.twitter.com/moscerina]

Talk Como to Me at Bellagio's Villa Serbelloni

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. For show notes and more visit Ciao Bella [https://ciaobella.co/podcast] INSTAGRAM: @ericafirpo [http://www.instagram.com/ericafirpo] TWITTER @moscerina [http://www.twitter.com/moscerina]