There are experiences that come almost by chance... and then end up telling much more than you expected.
Last year I had the opportunity to participate in an episode of Little Big Italy, produced by Banijay, and I can finally say it: the episode will air on Monday 27 April 2026 at 9:30 pm on NOVE (and is already available on Discovery+).
Now, let's put it this way: I was a version of myself with about 24 kg more, probably with less filter and definitely hungrier. And maybe that was exactly the beauty of it.
Watch on Discovery+An experience outside the box
Participating in the program wasn't just “andare in TV”. It was a surreal mix of situations, laughter, completely improvised moments and others in which I found myself telling things I never thought I would share in that context.
Yes, because between one course and another, between one serious opinion and one totally questionable one (mine, obviously), I also had the chance to talk about my past and my career in the music industry.
And there something curious happened: in the midst of plates of pasta and discussions about what “veramente italiano” is, I found myself telling a piece of my story.
It wasn't planned. Or maybe it was.
But it came out naturally, without constructions, without filters. And it was one of the most authentic moments of the whole experience.
People do everything
Much of the credit goes to the people I met.
Starting with Francesco Panella, who is not only a great professional, but a person with a rare ability: that of putting you at ease even when you're completely out of your comfort zone. And trust me, I was.
Then Giovanni and Francesca, companions in this adventure with whom we immediately created a chemistry made of jokes, teasing, and moments that probably only we understood.
And Tito... dragged into this experience almost by chance, but capable of living it with an irony and lightheartedness that made everything even more memorable.
Malaga, food, and organized chaos
The episode is set in Malaga, in three restaurants that brought not just dishes, but true interpretations of Italy to the table:
- Ostería Angelino Malaga
- Maninpasta
- Radici Osteria Italiana
Who did better? Good question. The answer... obviously I won't give you
Behind the scenes
As always, what you don't see is often the most important part.
An incredible staff, people who work with precision, passion, and uncommon patience (especially when dealing with me).
A special thanks also to those who took care of my image: Ombra Zanini, who managed to give me an aesthetic sense even in a “+24 kg edition” phase, and Julia Mateo, who made everything seem under control... even when it wasn't at all.
Why watch it
Don't expect perfection. Don't expect a flawless script.
Expect something real, spontaneous, at times absurd.
And yes, maybe even a few “cazzata” said with extreme conviction.
In the end, that's the beauty of it.
See you on Monday. And then we'll talk about it again
