Plot Synopsis

David Rocco immerses himself in the charm and beauty of Tuscan life as he visits local markets and prepares authentic, easy-to-learn classic Italian dishes. Inspired by "cucina povera," or peasant cuisine, which is at the heart of Italian cooking, David makes dishes using simple, fresh, seasonal ingredients that any home chef can do anywhere. When the Cooking Channel debuted in the United States, it premiered DAVID ROCCO'S DOLCE VITA on Monday, May 31, 2010 at 2pm with back-to-back episodes.