Ep. 2 - Brewing a New Chapter of Italian Coffee with Francesco Sanapo of Ditta Artigianale — Florence, Italy

This week on the Sapore Podcast, I sit down with the brilliant and bold Francesco Sanapo—founder of Ditta Artigianale, three-time Italian barista champion, and a man redefining what it means to be an artisan in the heart of Florence.Born into coffee—his father behind a bar in Puglia, his mother with her moka pot—Francesco’s story is one of deep roots and radical re-imagination. In this conversation, we explore the ritual of coffee, the memory it holds, and the movement it inspires—from the first sip of a morning espresso to the global journeys behind each bean.We talk about:How losing his first competition set him on the path to masteryWhat coffee means beyond the caffeineWhy he trains every team member in craft and cultureHow a skeptical Florentine became one of Ditta’s most loyal customersThe future of Italian coffee—and what it means to honor tradition while rewriting itFrancesco shares stories from his travels to origin countries, what it's like to sit down with farmers over beers and meals, and what he’s learned about humanity through the lens of the cup.Whether you’re a coffee lover, a ritual romantic, or simply someone who appreciates a well-crafted experience, this episode will make you want to slow down, savor, and sip with intention.Follow Francesco on Instagram: @sanapofrancesco and Ditta Artigianale: @dittaartigianaleLearn more about Ditta Artigianale: www.dittaartigianale.itPhoto courtesy of Francesco SanapoTHE SAPORE PODCASTThe Sapore Podcast is an invitation to explore the world richly through the senses. Rooted in the Italian word sapore—meaning “to savor” and “to taste”—each episode features soulful conversations with chefs, winemakers, artists, designers, and creatives from around the world.From intimate kitchens in Florence to late-night wine bars in Paris and sacred rituals in Marrakesh, Sapore explores and savors the rituals, memories, and places that connect us to a life well-traveled and well-lived.Follow along on Instagram:Studio Sapore: @studio.saporeHost Nisa Sedaghat: @nisssyyGet in touch: [email protected] at: www.studiosapore.comThe Sapore Podcast is produced by Nisa Sedaghat.