Michelin-starred chef Tom Kerridge described travelling around Italy for his new food series as "a genuine honour." The 52-year-old culinary figure will star in *Tom Kerridge Cooks Italy*, a programme that follows his journey across the country in a vintage food truck. During the series, Kerridge meets with local producers and suppliers, gaining insight into the origins of key ingredients.

Kerridge expressed enthusiasm about returning to food-focused travel, calling the experience “magical.” He highlighted the value of connecting directly with those who cultivate and craft the produce, noting it as a “dream come true” for a chef to engage with artisans who approach their work with “care and heart and soul.”

The series features visits to several Italian regions, including Sicily, Calabria, Puglia, the Northern Dolomites, and Emilia-Romagna. Kerridge, who was born in Salisbury, will explore the diverse culinary landscapes of these areas, bringing attention to their distinctive local ingredients and traditional food cultures.