Two Greedy Italians

Episode 1

The Family

British TV star chef Carluccuo and his faithful assistant Gennaro embark on a journey back to their native Italy, to revisit the culinary paradise they left decades ago. They start in Gennaro's home north easter region, Emilio Romagna, enjoying i capital Bologna and smaller towns rich gastronomic traditions, including prime meats, wines, pasta and balsamic. They deplore they demise of the family dinner-devoted mama and nonna (granny), but find some solace in modern cooking courses and even a foodie rehab center for former addicts.

Episode 2

Poor Man's Food

Antonio and Gennaro learn about the history of pizza in Naples. In Campania, the two look at how poverty has affected Italian cuisine.

Episode 3

Regional Pride

When Antonio and Gennaro were boys, every Italian thought that the food from their own region was the best. They set out to discover if regional pride is still as strong today.

Episode 4

Saints and Miracles

50 mins

Antonio and Gennaro go through the monasteries and holy shrines of Puglia. They visit a shrine dedicated to Gennaro's personal saint, Padre Pio.