Village Life in Tuscany with Author Angela Correll

Update: 2025-10-10

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Life in Tuscany

Today’s episode truly is something special—and not just because my guest has become a cherished friend of the show. Angela Correll is back for her third conversation on Travel Connections (yes, she officially holds the record!), and every time we talk, it feels like slipping into an easy, meaningful conversation over a cappuccino in a sunny piazza.

Angela and her husband Jess have been traveling to Italy for more than 25 years, and recently, they restored a former horse stable within the medieval walls of Montefollonico, a tiny Tuscan hilltop village. Their love of this slow, intentional lifestyle inspired Angela’s newest book: Village Life: Discover Tuscan-Inspired Hospitality and Intentional Living. She’s also the author of Restored in Tuscany—a moving memoir about loss, beauty, and hope—and a trilogy of novels, including Grounded, which was recently adapted into a movie for the Great American Family network.

In this episode, Angela transports us straight to the cobbled streets and vine-covered walls of her village, sharing not just stories, but also ways to bring a little slice of Tuscany into our own lives.

Episode Highlights ~

Why Tuscan village life feels so magical and grounding

The meaning behind Vi Aspettiamo—a phrase that captures the heart of Italian hospitality

The joy of Aperitivo (and why we should all embrace it!)

Angela’s suggestions for books, movies, and music that let you infuse la dolce vita at home

If you’ve ever dreamed of lingering in a small Italian village, sipping wine at sunset, and embracing the rhythm of slow travel, you’ll adore this conversation. Angela’s stories, insights, and her gorgeous new book will whisk you away—no passport required.

And here’s the best part: I’ve created a tour that takes you right into this same magical Tuscan village. Imagine wandering the same charming streets, tasting the local flavors, and maybe even crossing paths with Angela at the neighborhood alimentari. With only 10–14 guests, these trips are designed to feel as intimate and special as the village itself.