Tue May 20 00:10:00 UTC 2025: ## Stanley Tucci’s Italian Love Affair: Beautiful, but Repetitive
**Disney+ -** Stanley Tucci is back in Italy, and it’s just as beautiful, charming, and… predictable as you might expect. In his new series, “Tucci in Italy,” the actor continues his exploration of the country’s diverse culinary landscapes, showcasing the unique connections between regions like Tuscany, Lombardy, and Lazio, and their food.
While the scenery is stunning and the food mouthwatering, some critics are finding the show to be a bit repetitive. The series, which follows a similar format to his previous show “Searching for Italy,” essentially becomes a love letter between Tucci and everything Italian. The narration, in particular, has been criticized for its lack of depth and over-reliance on simple adjectives.
Each episode promises a deep dive into regional cuisine, featuring everything from miniature amberjack tacos with freshly picked herbs to steaks from Maremmana cattle raised by traditional cowboys. Tucci enthusiastically samples it all, often exclaiming how fresh and delicious everything is. Viewers also get to marvel at Italian ingenuity even at Autogrill motorway service stations.
Despite its flaws, “Tucci in Italy” undoubtedly benefits from its stunning visuals. From Florence to the Sarca River, the series captures the beauty of Italy, and invites viewers to imagine themselves savoring the dishes right alongside Tucci.
“Tucci in Italy” is available for streaming on Disney+. While the show might not offer groundbreaking culinary analysis, it’s a pleasant escape for anyone with a love for Italian food and scenery.
First Piper 