Valeria: Exactly, exactly. After spritzing, it's time for feasting. And in springtime, there's lots of work for the man who preps the artichokes. What's grappa made out of? Exploring a region called the Veneto, we'll visit Padova and Verona before finishing in Ravenna. Rick Steves, Edmonds, Washington. By Rick Steves Love is in the air at the House of Juliet, where you'll find amorous graffiti, couples romancing, and tourists getting cozy with Juliet's statue. After a sculptor replaced them, locals dubbed her "Verona's Madonna.". With this masterpiece — created 200 years before Leonardo and Michelangelo — Giotto seems to be making it clear: Europe was breaking out of the Middle Ages. And that spirit survives at its prestigious university. The carne cruda (raw beef), was, as Franklin put it, "like seeing the smile of a beautiful woman after 10 years. Early in the evening the stalls are gone and the piazzas become community gathering places. Rick Steves' Europe. Since medieval times shoppers have come here for the best Veneto produce. You see the color is different, OK, so it's basically — this is with Aperol, which is lighter, and that one is with Campari, and then you put a slice of orange, usually ice and white wine, or sparkling wine, and a bit of water also. Italy's Verona, Padova, and Ravenna. Rick: Oreste helps you make friends. Rick: What does Giancarlo say about grappa? Traces of the past hide between the bottles — ask Beverly to tell you the story (closed Mon). Any age without getting bored. Like peacocks, the young and nubile spread their wings across the wide sidewalk promenade, made broad by the town's Venetian overloads in the 17th century so the town's beautiful people could see and be seen in all their finery. And finally, beef cheeks stewed in Amarone with polenta, just as la mamma made it. Rick: Oreste helps you make friends. Rick Steves' My Way Tour-2: Home Venice Verona Lake Como The Cinque Terre Florence Siena Assisi Rome Epilogue - More than a Vacation Our Verona Highlights “Travel makes one modest. Their star offering is a set menu that's a festival of antipasti treats, an imaginative pasta, your choice of a meat or fish course, and dessert. The well-preserved amphitheater — the third largest in the Roman world — dates from the first century AD and still retains most of its original stone. Posted on May 9, 2012 December 6, 2016 by Rick Steves Hit the Ground Running in Verona A fundamental skill for travelers is simply getting around efficiently and economically using public transit. Join us today as we sit down for a delicious meal at a classic little mom-and-pop restaurant in Verona, Italy.Watch my complete TV episode about Italy’s V This well-preserved arena — the fourth largest in the Roman world — is a popular venue for events even today. "Even if we do not talk," said Franklin, "with these cheeses we have a good conversation." It's known for having the freshest and greatest selection of herbs, fruits, and vegetables. Made famous by Shakespeare's star-crossed lovers, Verona is Italy's fourth-most-visited city and second in the Veneto region only to Venice in population and artistic importance. Rick: A little bit. Travel with Rick on this video guide to Italy and find out what to do on your next trip. Cheers. A stroll here makes for a fun, ancient scavenger hunt. The art is an intricate ensemble of images that, with the help of a medieval priest, would teach volumes. Satan is a grotesque ogre munching on sinners. I loved the Roman ruins and marble sidewalks. Season 8 Episode 8 | 25m 4s | Video has closed captioning. Medieval Italian cities were often dominated by a single powerful family. About two hours from bustling Milan and touristy Venice is Verona — a welcome sip of pure, easygoing Italy. Just as the Medici family ruled Florence, this castle is a reminder that the Scaligeri family ran the city of Verona back in the 14th century. This funky wine-and-grappa bar is still run by Oreste (with his Chicagoan wife, Beverly) like a 1970s, old-style enoteca. My favorite way to eat in Italy is to trust the chef and just say "bring it on!" Rick: Salute! A unique ritual is the post-graduation roast. Even amid a pandemic that has hit the travel industry hard, Steves … Friends gather around the new grad and the pranks begin. All: Exactly, of course, of course. Wallpapered with Giotto's beautifully preserved cycle of frescoes, the glorious chapel — painted in about the year 1300 — depicts the lives of Jesus and Mary. People have gathered here since Roman times, when this was a forum. Man: You always see somebody. Rick: So, now, spritz. Posted on April 22, 2007 December 2, 2013 by Rick Steves Stars Not Crossed in Today’s Verona Last night I was in Verona, strolling after dinner through a multigenerational sea of people on a wide sidewalk promenade. Italy stretches, like Europe's boot, into the Mediterranean Sea. Valeria: The more the aging, the smoother it gets. Franklin: Absolutely, yes, sure. The shorter Best of Italy guidebook focuses on Italy's top destinations and sights, is in full color, and is updated every other year. Get the most out of every day and dollar with Rick Steves Italy guidebooks, Snapshot guides and Pocket travel guides The 16th-century frescoes — characteristic of this region — earned Verona a nickname: "the painted city. Rick Steves Italy, the complete guide, offers more coverage of more destinations in a mostly black-and-white format, and is updated annually. Climb to the top and imagine the spectacles this arena has hosted for over 2,000 years. [It's good! RICK STEVES ’ EUROPE: Italy’s Veneto: Verona, Padua And Ravenna Airs Saturday, Saturday, April 25, 2020 at 10:30 p.m. on KPBS TV + PBS Video App Thursday, April 23, 2020 The basilica — standing as a sanctuary of order in the midst of the madness after the fall of Rome — is covered with lavish mosaics. A woman tells me that her husband is her mezza mela — half an apple. That's — that's the answer to everything. Rick: Giancarlo! As the cannelloni with fontina and duck ravioli with Amarone arrive, we learn that even in a fine restaurant like this, diners have a higher standard than you'd expect: la mamma. Next up? The former Polish chapel was recently renamed for St. John Paul II, canonized in 2014. We were met just outside the old city wall by our local guide, Valeria, who skillfully took us through this ancient Roman city. As pilgrims have done for centuries, visitors marvel. Italians love to talk about food. John the Evangelist spreads his arms wide and shrieks, his cries echoed by anguished angels above. Verona, Italy: Joy of the Veneto by Rick Steves' Europe. Florence, Italy: Church of San Miniato and Piazzale Michelangelo Valeria: Not too much. Franklin: Not really. Whenever I stroll here, I find myself surrounded by little love stories — romantic snapshots fluttering in and out of my world like a butterfly. Woman: Mmm, true. Considered too fragile to be seen by huge numbers of people, sights like this are open only to a limited number of visitors who make a reservation in advance. While you'll probably see Venice first, don't overlook the gems of the mainland nearby: its distinctive cuisine, its history and sumptuous art, and its people — embracing today with classic Italian flair. Bebita! Everything sparkles with colorful Bible scenes told with a sixth-century exuberance. So much sightseeing greatness awaits discovery in Europe's second-tier cities. It's been hanging here for four centuries — likely a souvenir brought home from the Orient by spice traders. All creation swirls around Christ as the sacrificial lamb, supported by four angels. Calmly isolated from the action is Enrico Scrovegni, who paid for all this art in an attempt to gain forgiveness for the sins of his wealthy and greedy father. Next stop: Verona. Rick Steves » In Italy, ‘A Good Restaurant Should Come With a Bed’ Rick Steves: On a great meal -- and an even better dinner conversation -- in Verona, Italy 4:24. To la mamma. The whale's rib, hanging from an archway for 500 years, was a souvenir brought home from the Orient by spice traders. To protect the paintings from excess humidity, only 25 people are allowed in the chapel at a time, and prepaid reservations are required — it's wise to reserve at least two days in advance. Hotel Verona is convenient as it is a short walk from the train station. All the full length Rick Steves Europe PBS Episodes that I could find. The House of Juliet, where the real-life Cappello family once lived, is a crass and throbbing mob scene. 2:17. Giotto, considered the first modern painter, painted scenes that were more realistic and human than anything that had been done for a thousand years. Video: Watch Italy's Verona, Padova, and Ravenna, an episode of the Rick Steves' Europe TV show. Explore Europe with Rick Steves, best-selling travel author and host of public television's "Rick Steves' Europe" and public radio's "Travel with Rick Steves." I hope you've enjoyed our look at three delightful cities in the north of Italy: Ravenna, Padova, and Verona. And Ravenna, with its shimmering mosaics, was once the western bastion of the Byzantine Empire. Friar Anthony of Padua, "Christ's perfect follower and a tireless preacher of the Gospel," is buried here. This historic enoteca was once the private chapel of the archbishop of Verona. Corso Porta Borsari was the main drag of Roman Verona. Rick: Extreme wine. Padova ("Padua" in English) is famed for its venerable university, precious Giotto frescoes, and pilgrim-packed Basilica. Speedy. The indoor market, featuring various butchers and cheese shops, is a sensuous experience as well. Then friends sing the catchy but obscene local university anthem, reminding their newly esteemed friend not to get too stuffy. Until next time, keep on travelin'. And, if Romeo and Juliet had existed and were still alive, they'd recognize much of their "hometown.". Hi, I'm Rick Steves, back with more of the Best of Europe. Locals can tell the month by the seasonal selections — strawberries and white asparagus? Travel information for Europe's best destinations across 25+ countries. Over the centuries, crowds of up to 25,000 spectators have filled this place: cheering Roman gladiator battles, medieval executions, and modern plays — including Verona's popular summer opera festival. You can sit on a quiet street or in a plush little dining area inside. Imagine: It's the year 500 A.D. With much of the charm and far fewer crowds, you could call this part of Italy "sotto-estimato" — under-estimated. Despite the romantic fiction, the town is packed with genuine history. Explore Europe with Rick Steves' travel guide to the best destinations and recommended sights, things to do, tips, and videos along with much more travel information. Loosely translated: "You may be a doctor, a doctor. Rick: This such beautiful food, and it's such beautiful wine. Verona's market square is Piazza Erbe. Apparently, when soul mates find each other in Italy, it makes the apple whole. Just as the Medici family ruled Florence, this castle is a reminder that the Scaligeri family ran the city of Verona back in the 14th century. In the Betrayal of Christ, amid the crowded chaos of Jesus' arrest, Giotto skillfully creates a focus upon the central action: Judas embraces Jesus, looks him straight in the eyes, and kisses him. We stayed at the Giulietta y Romeo Hotel - a few steps away from the Roman Arena and an easy walk from the train station. But it is outside the city walls and lacking in charm. Ciao. The tiny, admittedly romantic courtyard is a spectacle in itself, with visitors from all over the world posing on the almost believable balcony and taking snapshots of each other rubbing Juliet's bronze breast, hoping to get lucky in love. ; remnants of its 14th-century boom time; and its 21st-century quiet, pedestrian-only ambience. May 15, 2019 - Rick Steves' Europe Travel Guide | In the shadow of Venice, we visit three great cities in the Veneto area. A fountain has bubbled here for 2,000 years. The former dancer who became his mistress, then empress, is decked out in jewels and pearls and carries a chalice to consecrate the new church. Franklin: Rick, salute. Locals marvel that each year, about 1,600 Japanese tour groups break their Venice-to-Milan ride for an hour-long stop in Verona just to stand in a courtyard. Behind the high altar, pilgrims visit the relics of the saint — considered miraculously preserved: his vocal chords, tongue, and jawbone. It wouldn't be the right thing. Rick Steves takes a walk with his girlfriend, Shelley Bryan Wee, and her two dogs, Gracie and Jackson, in downtown Edmonds. Back then, medical students would pack these steep balconies to watch professors dissect human cadavers. Giancarlo: [sings]. Ravenna is a charming if underwhelming town of 140,000 with a fascinating history, and some of Italy's most amazing art treasures. In The Deposition, Jesus has been taken down off the cross, and his followers weep and wail over his lifeless body. Padova and Verona are just minutes apart on the main Venice-to-Milan train line. In the shadow of Venice, we visit three great cities. And it remains a market to this day. These frescoes are considered by many to be a precursor of the Renaissance to come. Rick Steves is America's leading authority on European travel. Valeria: Grappa is made out of seeds, skins, and stems of the wine. Franklin: Yes, absolutely, constantly. Their gestures are simple but expressive: Arm raised shows anger, head tilted down says dejection, arms flung out indicate anguish, and a tender kiss? As you wander, appreciate the Italian passion for good food: Merchants share recipe tips with shoppers. The Scaligeri castle evokes Verona's Golden Age, when the city was one of Europe's great economic powers. We'll marvel at precious Giotto frescoes, join pilgrims at the tomb of St. Anthony, and celebrate an irreverent university graduation. Why? In italiano? The wall of padlocks is a popular fad, enabling lovers to prove that their hearts are eternally locked up. Travel with Rick on this video guide to Venice, Italy and find out what to do on your next trip. It's just to relax after, you know, your long day at work or at university. It would be like being at La Fenice, the opera, first row, and being in bad company, someone who doesn't appreciate opera music and would prefer rock music, let's say. We're starting here in Padova. The main drag leads to one of the most important pilgrimage churches in all of Europe: the Basilica of St. Anthony. Verona, at the base of the Alps and nestled in a bend of the Adige River, is another leading city in the Veneto. In the shadow of Venice, we visit three great cities. This is the time when, traditionally, students gather to enjoy the ritual of the aperitivo, lubricated by a spritz…or three. I'm Rick Steves. Finally, there's the playful send off, like a rude birthing into the real world. Everywhere you look there are memories of illustrious alumni and professors. Rick: So it's the leftover material after the wine process. Everything you need is here. Do you like it? (photo: Rick Steves) Verona's Roman arena is an impressive sight, with much of the stonework still intact. For instance, this image of Christ is beardless — the style of the ancient Romans, and nearby is the standard medieval portrayal of a bearded Jesus. Getting around this part of Italy is easy. Today Piazza Erbe is for the locals, who start their evening with an aperitivo here. Appreciate the symmetry. Rick: Valeria, scusi — in Italian, how do you say, "Grappa helps you make friends?" Its charming lanes are lined with 17 miles of porticos, which come in a variety of styles. It's fun to observe the scene, knowing that all this commotion was started by a clever tour guide back in the '70s as a way to attract visitors to Verona. Each celebrates fine ingredients of this region, and Giuliano, along with Franklin and Marina, are helping us appreciate what we're eating…and drinking. Around him, demons torture the damned in a scene right out of The Inferno by Dante...who happened to be Giotto's friend. High above the altar, Christ is in heaven — sitting on a celestial orb — overseeing creation, symbolized by the green earth below his feet. Remnants of the town's illustrious past — chips of Roman columns, medieval reliefs, fine old facades, and fossils in marble — are scattered among modern-day fancy shop windows. We might get drunk, but...not bored. For coronavirus (COVID-19) travel information, Padova's Scrovegni Chapel, with its precious 14th-century Giotto frescoes, is one of Italy's most beloved art treasures. For a better love life. Padova's old town, even when crowded with today's students, has a colonnaded Old World elegance. The church feels alive with pilgrims from all corners. This was a time of transition — and many consider these mosaics both the last ancient Roman and the first medieval European works of art. Can you imagine having the beautiful food with no beautiful wine? Its main attractions are its wealth of Roman ruins — like this bridge, dating from the first century B.C. See the Travel Details above for recommendations highlighted in bold, excerpted from Rick's guidebooks. The Byzantine Emperor Justinian then brings order and stability to this part of Europe, making Ravenna the westernmost pillar of his realm. Get YouTube Premium Get YouTube TV Best of YouTube Music Sports Gaming ... VOLTERRA on Italy's Great Hill Towns by Rick Steves by VolterraTelevision. (If you'll be staying overnight in Padua or parking a car, consider paying a little extra for a Padova Card). Ancient Romans considered Verona an ideal last stop before heading north over the Alps. Verona is a hit with aficionados of Roman ruins and Romeo and Juliet fans. Padova's vast 13th-century Palazzo della Ragione — once the town's medieval law court — now hosts a sprawling market. Gracing the high altar are a group of bronze statues by the Renaissance master Donatello — the Crucifixion and Mary, with Padova's favorite saints. Facing the emperor is his wife Theodora and her entourage. 598K likes. With that said, Verona is a wonderful place to wander, relax and enjoy "the sweetness of doing nothing" after the intensity of Florence. Right now, my love story is all about food, and I'm joining local friends for dinner at Enoteca Can Grande. Juliet's Balcony. Caring love. If these ornate family tombs are any indication, the Scaligeri had no problem with self-esteem. Do you want to drop by before I go home and have a bite to eat?" It's April. And for nearly 800 years, his remains and this glorious church have attracted pilgrims to Padua. YouTube Stats Summary / User Statistics for Rick Steves' Europe (2020-12-26 - 2021-01-08) As a mark of his universal appeal and importance in the medieval Church, he was sainted within a year of his death. Town squares take on different personalities as the day goes on. This special episode is a sonnet to travel - an introspective love story, set in Europe, that vividly celebrates the rewards of exploring our world and the joy that awaits those who travel. Then came the best polenta I'd ever tasted, with anchovies. Justinian brings together both military and church leaders — all united by the same vision. He called the 18 years spent on the faculty here the best years of his life. Over the centuries, crowds of up to 25,000 spectators have cheered Roman gladiator battles, medieval executions, and modern plays — including Verona's popular summer opera festival, which takes advantage of the arena's famous acoustics. The rumors got fueled when he held a discussion on his Facebook page about gay travel in Europe in March 2017. Yet each were created by artists of the same generation. It's a multigenerational affair. Mthe walk back and forth into the city takes you along a busy street. Besides eating, for me the highlight of Verona is the evening passeggiata (stroll). If you don't need world-class sights, this town is a joy. I'm popping into a wine bar to learn about grappa. Giancarlo: È buono! I don't know if all of this love is related to the Romeo and Juliet hype — or if it's just the natural high that comes from living in such a joyful and connected place. Whatever your favorite drink, everyone — including tourists — is welcome to enjoy this convivial Italian ritual. As I held the warm and happy tire of my full tummy, I thought about how Italians live life with abandon — and how they enjoy their food. Christ oversees the action as the saved, on his right, emerge grateful from their graves…and the damned, on his left, are just kicking off a hellish eternity. There are even volunteers to respond to these mostly lovesick people (see www.julietclub.com). You see what a tiny place you occupy in the world.” ― Gustave Flaubert. The pilgrims believe Anthony is their protector, confidant, and intercessor. At the top of the arch, the circle with the monogram of Christ (I for Jesus and X for Christ) symbolizes perfection and eternity. For nearly 800 years pilgrims have flocked here to venerate the tomb of St. Anthony of Padova. The scene has changed little over the centuries, as merchants artfully display their goods. Is this part of… Rick: So wine is made out of grape juice. One of my happiest memories from a recent trip is eating with my friend Franklin at Enoteca Can Grande, where we let the chef, Giuliano, bring us whatever he wanted. People have gathered here since Roman times, when this was a forum, or market. Plan your own trip or take one of Rick's value-packed European tours and vacations. Eggplant parmigiana and burrata from Puglia. It was exquisite. Victoria: Cosa dici Giancarlo la grappa? We enliven each stop with a tasty dose of Italian dolce vita. centuries old town of VERONA. The Roman Empire has fallen in the West, barbarians have sacked the city of Rome, and Europe is falling into the Dark Ages. The ceiling above is a festive celebration of God's creation, with 80 different birds from the sixth century — most still flying around Ravenna today. With 60,000 students, Padova's university is always lively, and you're likely to stumble onto some kind of spirited school event. You never forget her." To go to a restaurant is wonderful, but how la mamma cooked, no one, nobody can equal that. Woman: Aperitivo, you know? But, alas, a visit here has nothing to do with those two star-crossed lovers, and Juliet never lived in this house. Like the rest of the Veneto, Padova was ruled by Venice from the 15th century until Napoleon came — at about 1800. see our FAQ. However, it is inaccurate to assume him as gay as he is a proud father of two grown-up children. Enoteca Cangrande is enthusiastically run by Giuliano and Corrina, who enjoy turning people on to great, well-matched food and wine. This is a classic little mom-and-pop restaurant with Giuliano helping diners match fine Italian wines with just the right local dishes, while stylish Corrina is in the tiny kitchen making sure every dish is just right. Giotto's storytelling style is straightforward, and anyone with a knowledge of the Bible can read the chapel like a picture book. And you stop and say, "Oh, let's have a drink together," and that's just normal. Terms of Service | Privacy. Valeria: La grappa aiuta faca de amici. By placing their hand on his tomb while saying a silent prayer, pilgrims show devotion to Anthony and feel the saint's presence. Access to Palazzo Bò is by a mostly underwhelming 45-minute guided tour, but tour does Europe's first great Anatomy Theater (from 1594). And, like a centerpiece on the far wall, is The Last Judgment. Stalls and shops are often family-run, and the lineage of some of these merchants stretches back centuries. Votives from the faithful ask for help, or give thanks for miracles they believe he's performed. Guidebook author, TV & radio host, business owner, Lutheran, and NORML board member. And they're getting even busier, thanks to the movie Letters to Juliet, about a girl (Amanda Seyfried) who finds a letter while visiting the House of Juliet and travels through Italy to help reunite the author with her lost love. It’s in their DNA.”From time to time, we share a random video clip to fuel your travel dreams. The city is so famous for love that it gets countless letters addressed simply to "Juliet, Verona, Italy." Each face is a study in grief. Moving beyond medieval 2-D with gold leaf backgrounds, with these realistic ground-breaking frescoes, Giotto introduces nature — rocks, trees, animals — as a backdrop for religious scenes. Franklin: Italian men who adore cooking will always refer to "la mamma," their mother. Chafing under Venetian rule for four centuries seemed only to sharpen Padova's independent spirit. And the side chapel containing St. Anthony's tomb is a Renaissance masterpiece from 1500. Because ancient Romans considered Verona an ideal resting spot before crossing the Alps, the city has a wealth of Roman ruins. Rick: So it goes back to your childhood. Fans of Romeo and Juliet will be happy to note that Shakespeare's inspiration for the Montagues and Capulets was two real feuding families from here in Verona: the Montecchi and the Capuleti. We would like to show you a description here but the site won’t allow us. Lovers of early-Renaissance art come to Padua just to gaze at the remarkable frescoes by Giotto in the Scrovegni Chapel. Valeria: Yes, yes. One of Christianity's the most popular shrines to one of the most popular saints, the basilica was begun a year after Anthony died, in 1232, and is filled with magnificent art. This remarkable theater is an example of the importance placed on science during the Renaissance. They also offer a junior version at lunch for half the price: a pasta and your choice of salad or dessert. Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet made Verona a household word — and this is supposedly Juliet's balcony. These relics befit the saint who couldn't stop teaching, preaching, and praying. And Verona has its share of excellent eateries. Woman: Well, there's two different kinds of spritz. It's in their DNA. Giuliano is serving us an array of plates. Franklin: La mamma, OK. 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