Stanley Tucci Explores Italy’s Food, Culture, and Soul in New National Geographic (Disney+) Series
Stanley Tucci returns to the table with a brand-new series premiering May 18 on National Geographic. Tucci in Italy is a five-part culinary and cultural journey across Italy that explores the heart of Italian food, history, and tradition. All episodes will stream the following day, May 19, on Disney+ and Hulu.
More than just food and travel, Tucci in Italy is a personal journey. Produced by Tucci’s SALT Productions in collaboration with BBC Studios, this visually rich series explores how Italy’s diverse landscapes, local customs, and deeply rooted culinary traditions shape each region’s identity. With his signature wit and charm, Tucci connects with chefs, farmers, fishermen, and artisans who bring the story of Italy to life through their culinary expertise.
A Feast for the Senses: Episode Highlights
Tuscany Premieres May 18 at 8/7c (Next day on Disney+ / Hulu)
Tucci kicks off in the birthplace of the Renaissance. He revisits Florence, where he spent part of his youth, and joins a traditional outdoor feast in Siena. From Tuscan cowboys to local chefs, he captures the region’s timeless artistry through its cuisine.
Lombardy Premieres May 18 at 9/8c
This northern industrial powerhouse surprises Tucci with futuristic cuisine and farm-to-table innovation. He visits high-tech farms and taste-tests experimental dishes in one of Italy’s most forward-thinking food regions.
Trentino-Alto Adige Premieres May 25 at 8/7c
In Italy’s alpine north, Tucci navigates glacial rivers, skis into mountain villages, and samples hay soup and pine needle pesto. German and Italian influences blend in a landscape of deep history and border conflict.
Abruzzo Premieres June 1 at 8/7c
Visiting for the first time, Tucci explores this rugged region’s wild seafood and mountain cuisine. He grills mutton, learns about confetti’s sweet origins, and uncovers how terrain shapes Abruzzo’s food and people.
Lazio Premieres June 8 at 8/7c
Tucci closes the series by venturing beyond Rome. From Roman pizza and porchetta to rustic soups, he reveals how ancient roots still nourish modern plates. It’s a soulful return to a place where simple ingredients tell powerful stories.
More Than Pasta: A Journey Through People and Place
Produced by SALT Productions and BBC Studios for National Geographic, Tucci in Italy brings together Tucci’s signature wit with immersive documentary filmmaking. Tucci meets with chefs, food artisans, fishermen, and even Tuscan cowboys as he explores the deep roots between Italy’s cuisine and its culture.
“Italy is a feast for the senses,” Tucci says. “This series is an invitation to the table.”
From traditional dishes to futuristic flavors, every episode delves into what makes each region of Italy unique—its people, its past, and, of course, its pasta.
