Hello, and welcome to another episode of the podcast. Before we dive into our interview today, I want to let you know I have a very special masterclass coming up called How to Get Paid to Write a Cookbook. In this class,s I will help you:
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- Discover what traditional publishers want in 2026
- Position yourself for a publishing deal without years of trial & error
- Craft a viable cookbook concept that attracts agents & publishers
- Build three deal-ready essentials to help you feel prepared
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Today on the podcast, I’m excited to have an interview with Susan Gravely. is the Founder and CEO Emerita of VIETRI, a lifestyle brand offering handcrafted Italian tabletop and home-and-garden accessories. She started VIETRI alongside her sister and mother after they took a magical trip to Italy in 1983. They fell in love with the hand-painted dinnerware we found on the Amalfi Coast and decided to start a wholesale business. Since that trip forty years ago, VIETRI has become the largest American importer of Italian ceramics. Susan is the author of 2 books: Italy on a Plate, which we discussed in Episode 234, and today her newest book, Italy in a Glas,s where Susan explores the Italian ritual of aperitivo, where cocktails, mocktails, and small bites set the stage for festive gatherings. Inspired by her own experiences in Italy, Gravely shares the art of entertaining Italian-style, blending personal stories with time-tested recipes and tips from her Italian friends. Today on the show, we talk about:
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- Building VIETRI: From a Family Discovery to a Global Brand
- Italy, Craftsmanship, and Living Beautifully
- Cookbook Writing & Storytelling Through Food
- Leadership, Legacy, and Susan’s Next Chapter as CEO Emerita
Listen to Episode 388 below:
Things We Mention In This Episode:
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Vietri: Fine Italian Ceramic Dinnerware and Decor
Italy in a Glass: Adventures, Aperitivi, Antipasti
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