The rich chocolate-hazelnut creation, known to the world as Nutella, has been a staple for generations of local cooks. Seth Doane visited the Langhe region of Piedmont, Italy, where the rolling hills are covered with hazelnut trees, and with confectioners and pastry makers who bask in the delights of the hazelnut. (Originally broadcast May 19, 2019.) Source

The Corsini estate, Villa Le Corti, sits high atop a hillside outside Florence, in the Tuscan wine region of Chianti, on land Principessa Giorgiana Corsini’s family has owned since the 1300s. Jane Pauley reports. (Originally broadcast on May 19, 2019.) Source

Jane Pauley hosts a special broadcast of the Emmy-winning Sunday morning news program from Tuscany, sharing stories on all things Italian – art and design, traditions and culture, fashion, food, music, entertainment, history and human interest Source

Seven years before America’s Declaration of Independence, the Uffizi opened its doors to the public. Containing perhaps the greatest collection of artwork in the world, including masterpieces by Michelangelo, Leonardo da Vinci, Raphael and Botticelli, the Florentine museum holds treasures at every turn. Jane Pauley reports. (Originally broadcast May 19, 2019.) Source

At the organic cheesemaker Tenuta Vannulo, in southern Italy, the specialty is fresh buffalo mozzarella. Seth Doane checks out the process of creating a simply delicious cheese, and visits with students at the Consortium for the Protection of Buffalo Mozzarella. (Originally broadcast May 19, 2019.) Source

For centuries the Italian city of Florence has been a hub of trade and commerce, and an historic center for art and architecture. Jane Pauley explores Florentine history. (Originally broadcast May 19, 2019.) Source

Americans whose Italian ancestors emigrated to the New World, have themselves emigrated back to the Old World. And thanks to Italian citizenship laws, the blood that has flowed in their family’s veins through generations has opened up doors to their claiming Italian citizenship. Mark Phillips reports. (Originally broadcast May 19, 2019.) Source

Michelangelo’s masterpiece, the 17-foot-tall statue of David, stands front-and-center at the Galleria dell’Accademia in Florence. Jane Pauley reflects on the quintessence of Renaissance art. (Originally broadcast May 19, 2019.) Source

The local Islamic State group’s affiliate claimed responsibility for what was the deadliest attack in Kabul this year Source

A government spokesman said at least 63 people were killed and 182 wounded Source