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After watching the second season of “Stanley Tucci: Searching for Italy,” you are bound to have an appetite for the delicious regional specialties showcased throughout the episodes.
Whether you are planning to follow in Stanley Tucci’s footsteps or just want to know about the places he visited, here is a guide to all the restaurants featured in the second season of the show. From local favorites to Michelin-starred establishments, these restaurants will surely satisfy your culinary cravings.
In the second season of “Searching for Italy,” Stanley Tucci explores the Italian Riviera, Liguria, Puglia, Sardinia, and Calabria, uncovering the unique flavors and traditions of each region. Here is a breakdown of the restaurants he visited in each region:
1. Liguria: The Italian Riviera is known for its glamorous coastline and stunning landscapes. Here are the restaurants Stanley Tucci visited in Liguria:
In Liguria, Stanley Tucci visited Cracco Portofino, a restaurant run by renowned Michelin-starred chef Carlo Cracco. The dish that stood out was the traditional Ligurian ravioli called pansotti, filled with a mixture of greens and herbs known as preboggion and served with a walnut sauce. Tucci was amazed by the unique flavors of the dish.
Another restaurant he visited in Liguria was Il Genovese, known for its authentic homemade pesto. Chef Roberto Panizza, also known as the King of Pesto, impressed Tucci with a pasta dish featuring the iconic green sauce, along with green beans and potatoes for added creaminess.
