In the Nat Geo series, Tucci in Italy, Stanley Tucci explores the food, history, and culture of Italian cuisine. When he heads to Abruzzo, the rugged region gives rise to a delicious staple. As seen in this exclusive clip from the episode, the region’s wheat produced an impeccable bread and pizza dough.
While many people know Stanley Tucci from his numerous films, he has become a food authority over recent years. From traveling the world and sharing his encounters to partnering with brands to showcase chefs’ talents, the celebrated entertainer understands that storytelling weaves culture, experience, and food into every chapter.
The Nat Geo series, Tucci in Italy, offers a deeper dive into the people, their traditions, and the culture. While food is a centerpiece of each discussion, it is not just how to recreate a dish or why particular flavors create a scrumptious bite. Each one focuses on a person, how they blend the past and present, and appreciating what makes their perspective unique.
Airing on June 1, the “Abruzzo” episode has Tucci traveling to a “wild” region of Italy. This rugged terrain influences the ingredients, the dishes, and the people’s personalities. From Sunday lunch to robust barbecues, the landscape influences the food served.
In this exclusive Tucci in Italy clip, Stanley Tucci learns the secret to Abruzzo’s delicious dough.
As seen in the clip, it is more than just the particular wheat that adds to the bread's rise or the texture of the pizza. The reality is that the woman’s dedication to keeping the history, culture, and community thriving makes each morsel even more satisfying.
The Sunday supper, in this case Sunday lunch, is a concept that many families understand. From families gathering around the table to this Italian community bringing a bounty of food to the table, food is the common connector. It creates a bridge across ages, demographics, and cultures.
While this clip is full of food knowledge, people should appreciate the bigger meaning. Granted, understanding that a mixture of good olive oil and water can keep a pizza dough tender is a great tip for anyone who loves making their own pizza dough. Still, it is the craft that has been passed down from person to person that makes this story even more vital.
The Tucci In Italy episode “Abruzzo” airs June 1 at 8 p.m. ET/ 7 p.m. CT on Nat Geo. Additionally, it streams the next day on Disney+ and Hulu. Additional episodes are available to stream now.