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The Italian Kitchen, Pizza and Trains

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This week, we talk with Judy Potrzeba, the owner of Someone’s in the Kitchen in Libertyville, IL>. She’ll teach us all about cooking Southern Italian food at home. We also talk with Jonathan Goldsmith of Spacca Napoli in Chicago, about his fantastic, authentic Southern Italian pizza. Plus, we feature some insight on traveling through Italy on the Italian Trains.

Episode Segments

How to Tour Italy: Riding the Rails in Italy

The best means of transportation in Italy are the trains. And Anthony, along with Chris Carriero of iKangaroo have some tips and tricks you need to be aware of before you take to the rails on your next excursion to Italia.

The Pizza of Spacca Napoli

Jonathan Goldsmith of Spacca Napoli restaurant joins Anthony to talk about what makes his pizza so unique, and the pizza of Naples so special. He also has some recommendations from the Spacca Napoli menu.

Someones in the Kitchen

The owner of Someones in the Kitchen Judy Potrzeba tells us about how her business got started, and gives us some details on the kitchen items they sell, their cooking classes, and some of the guest chefs who have given cooking demonstrations. She and Anthony also discuss growing up Italian and some of the family traditions.

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Learn About Traveling Through Italy Via Train

Train travel in Italy is easy. If you know how to do it! And everything you need to know is right here in Anthony’s video. He’ll teach you how to use the train, stamp your ticket, read the signs, and enjoy the ride!

Spacca Napoli

Spacca Napoli Pizzeria was inspired by the authentic aroma, taste, and craft of pizza found on the streets and in the pizzerias in Naples. In fact, the food, wine and service at Spacca Napoli are all designed to reflect southern Italy’s proud traditions and gracious hospitality.

Someone\'s In The Kitchen

Located on Main Street in downtown Libertyville, IL, Someone’s In the Kitchen is a Specialty and Gourmet cookware store offering cooking demonstration and participation classes. Excellent customer service, extensive product knowledge, and the availability to place your special orders are what make Someone’s in the Kitchen...Your Only Kitchen Store!

Friday • March 20

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