What's life really like in Italy? It's pretty sweet if you're David Rocco.
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David is not a chef. He's Italian! Canadian-born David Rocco immerses himself in the charm and beauty of Tuscan life as he visits local markets and prepares authentic, easy-to-learn classic Italian dishes. Inspired by "cucina povera," or peasant cuisine, which is at the heart of Italian cooking, David makes dishes using simple, fresh, seasonal ingredients that any home chef can do anywhere.
What's life really like in Italy? It's pretty sweet if you're David Rocco.
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You don't have to sacrifice taste or fresh ingredients just because you're short on time.
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Recipes from episode:Sunday in Florence is great, especially when it falls on game day. Rocco decides to whip up a few classic Italian meals for... more
Recipes from episode:
David returns to Italy to work on his second cookbook and scout locations for Dolce Vita.
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Orecchiette, ricotta, tomatoes, olive oil and cilantro make a refreshing one-pot meal in 20 minutes.
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Learn more about David Rocco, host of David Rocco's Dolce Vita, and watch how he explores Italy and finds inspiration from fresh seasonal ingredients.
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A well-stocked pantry makes whipping up delicious Italian meals a snap. Countless dishes can be made from ingredients on hand, but with a quick dash through the express line for perishables, the options are limitless.
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