We ca n’t hold off to see what the actor cooks up in the 10 - part docuseries , The Heart of Italy .

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If you ’re cravingItalian foodand acculturation , a new show to binge , and Stanley Tucci ( who is n’t ) , you have very exciting news coming your way .

Stanley Tucci with Rome skyline in background

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Tucci , whohas roots in the southerly - Italian region of Calabria , is returning to gracility screens with a Modern , 10 - part docuseries calledTucci : The Heart of Italyon National Geographic , produced by BBC Studios ’ Specialist Factual Productions alongside Tucci ’s Salt Productions . It is likely comparable to his Emmy award - acquire showSearching for Italy , which was cut from CNN ’s programming last twelvemonth after two seasons . And thank goodness he ’s back — watchingSearching for Italywas a close second base to actually reach a misstep to the Mediterranean .

“ National Geographic is the perfect home for Stanley to share his knowledge and passion for Italy ’s people , nutrient and cultivation , ” Tom McDonald , the executive vice president of world-wide factual and unscripted for National Geographic , distinguish Variety in a statement . “ Our programming is all about exalt a mysterious connection to the world . With Stanley as their scout , audience will be transported to places and to feel they ’ve never see before . ”

Whether you know Tucci fromThe Devil Wears Pradaor other silver filmdom endeavorshis formula Book , or his shows , it ’ll be exciting to watch him take Italy once more . In the series , which start production this calendar month , Tucci is coiffure to explore the cuisine and refinement in 10 lesser - travel region of Italy , including Sicily , Trentino - Alto Adige , Veneto , Marche , and Lazio , Deadline reported . During his excursions , he ’ll meet with professional chef , unskilled cooks , farmers and fisher , winemakers and brewers , and an copiousness of inspirational stranger and friends who share his love for solid food .

“ National Geographic is all about adventure and exploration , and I am honour to take TV audience once again to research Italy through the lens system of food,”Tucci told Food & Wine in a assertion . “ In Italy ’s many distinct area , there is always something new to discover , and I ’m more than emotional to lead off the summons in partnership with BBC Studios . ”

The studio has n’t foretell a premiere date yet . Still , Tucci has kept busy during his hiatus from the show , fromposting TikTok cookingand mixology tutorials to bringingpastina back to our pantriesand recommend for more pasta on the table for breakfast .