HOW TO MAKE PROPER SPAGHETTI CARBONARA & Inside a Giant Lemon | The Positano Diaries EP 81

[@1967hollyberry]

Who needs Netflix, when we have Nicki Positano?!!!

[@acspeter7]

I agree with you totally 😁👍

[@sirpaloikkanen8399]

And me toi..

[@jmc8076]

IMHO better then Netflix. We canc’d mths ago and cut cable yrs ago. Too much better free on YT, Daily Motion, Acorn etc. Comcast unit costs ~$50 CAD and can be moved to any TV screen. Cheaper then Amazon fire stick/Prime and no temptation to buy things at a click. Husb also found good source to rent/DL books on Kindle (free.) We’re not cheap just trying to add to savings/investments now. We’re a bit boring and crazy that way. 😉😬

[@claudiarusso6702]

I agree!!!

[@annortolaza6401]

Soooo true😋😎

[@snippetsofvictoria]

"Whatever you desire my love" Awwww. I'm so excited for you Nicki! A new kitchen! Thanks so much for the carbonara tutorial. It's slightly different from how I was taught but it's much simpler your way!

[@margedeluca7070]

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[@fatimaa57946]

The drone images made by Carlo were beautiful! And Tomaso's spaghetti was wonderful! I'm already imagining the design of your new kitchen !!! It will be beautiful! I love to see the scenes with your pets, they are so much fun!

[@katbar6066]

I agree the drone pictures were just beautiful. I think the kitchen mini reno will be perfect. How good is Carlo making the existing cupboards. He is worth his weight in gold! You seem to spend a lot of time making Pasta and the bench will be a far better height for that job.

[@rsoubiea]

I like to watch tv when I am sitting at my kitchen table doing prep work. I don’t have the views, the tv is in the other room but I can see it perfectly, I need to turn it up a tad is all. My house is only 953 sq foot, has one bathroom, a single car garage where my washer & dryer are, one bathroom. Nice sized yard with a beautiful garden. It’s been paid for three years now so that’s why we decided to get busy finding our retirement home up north in Florence, Oregon. Quite a adjustment weather wise but very beautiful regardless. Minutes from the beach, woods, lakes, rivers etc.

[@maryathey280]

looking forward to seeing how your new kitchen develops and how it will change the look

[@gracie3174]

Carlo is very talented! And sweet.

[@bcs3948]

Right now I’m dreaming of going to Sorrento, and having day trips to Capri, Positano, and Amalfi. I can’t wait for the world to heal, so that we can travel again! 😔

[@annar6430]

BCS, agree . I am a UK expat living in Jamaica. Our tourist industry has been gutted. But, like Niki many Jamaican vlogers are show casing our beautifull island, waiting for normal times.

[@bbcarbo9251]

Don't forget Ravello...

[@annar6430]

@@bbcarbo9251 ?

[@fgfgfgfg6217]

our world IS heal.... the measures are not

[@bbcarbo9251]

@@annar6430 si Ravello....in the Amalfi Coast

[@Ponkelina]

The drone footage at the beginning accompanied by the music is soooo relaxing. Thank you.

[@JacquelineHD2827]

I know why the lemons were incredible the year after the freeze! Once upon a time, I dated The Plant Geek. He was getting a PhD in horticultural studies and his dissertation was about using drought and flooding to increase production on tropical fruit. We had a mango tree that NEVER gave us mangos in the ten+ years from when it was planted to when we moved out of the house. We’d loved it and given it the very best of the kitchen scraps. Then we sold that house. We visited it for an open house after it was renovated. The mango tree was COVERED in plump fruit! He explained to me that fruit trees need to be scared to send out their progeny-their fruit. We coddled the tree, but the new owners did not. She got scared and gave forth fruit! Aren’t we all like that? So, that freeze that killed one season’s lemons also forced the tree into survival mode, which is why the next year was incredible. And it’s why commercial growers use flooding and drought to trick fruit bearing plants and trees to increase their output.

[@appenninoview6307]

Very interesting information in your comment..thank you 👍🏻

[@rosannapizza6402]

wow interesting

[@NilZed1]

I recall reading advice the old farmers almanac when i was a kid (in the 1970s) about ‘beating’ a fruit tree that didnt produce. Taking a board or a downed limb or baseball bat and hitting the tree a few times and allowing the bark to be slightly damaged. Next season, the tree would produce. The advice was sort of ‘what the old folks say. Sounds silly but worth a try!’

[@neilhorner9197]

Your videos are so nice to watch. A family cooking, friends meeting for second breakfast, dogs playing, chickens escaping....They make me happy. So from me to you - Thank you.

[@paulaburatto629]

I see Nicki has a new video, I like it without even finish watching it. I know it's going to be great!

[@NickiPositano]

Hi, I'm Carlo, thank you!!

[@k.wegner]

Me too, it's the first thing I click on when starting the video! 👍✌️💗

[@janinaleedelrio428]

Me too

[@deltafay1981]

This is better than any travel show.....can get lost for hours watching these wonderful uploads. I love watching the food being prepared...the garden work , chickens and rest of the animals (being given a wonderful life) The scenery leaves me gobsmacked everytime. Thank you for letting us viewers escape (i live in Manchester....enough said)

[@chrismyers46]

So happy to see more of Carlo's son. What a sweetheart!

[@charlottejune5997]

So nicki is his second wife... Is his 1st wife from positano,?

[@heyitsvanessa]

Yeah I had no idea he had son

[@roxanner8]

Carlo, your droane footage is MAGNIFICENT I felt the music was perfect! much gracias.

[@claudiarusso6702]

I love this video!! Carlo, of course, is a charmer even when helping out as a cook! His son, is so handsome and he's a chef! I did get that right, I hope?? I want to know everyone in your family properly. Some lucky girl will catch him soon!👍The pasta looks delicious 😋 yum yum!! I'm sitting here in the hospital cafeteria, sipping coffee and thoroughly enjoying this video and feeling like I'm actually there!!! Nicki, I have to thank you so much and Carlo and your beautiful family and your animals because as an exhausted hospital worker to see life in the people, the animals, the gardens gives me a break from the heartache of my work. I'm crying but I want to thank you so much for taking the time to share, it's obvious that you love what you do and you are blessed with such a beautiful family. Big hugs! And thank you, thank you, thank you!!🤗🤗

[@denisefazio6708]

How fabulous are those words from Carlo. "Yes, it can be done"!!!!!!

[@luvasquez7240]

New favorite channel. I love how affectionate and respectful of each other you and Carlo are.

[@TitaKoala]

I love how you always reintroduce people... because I'm relatively new here & I just now found out who Chef Tomasso is in your lives. 🙂 i assumed before that he was a nice neighbor. Anyhow, I always watch your videos after my stressful desk job 😅 or during the weekends. Someday Ill get to all of them! Also aftet this darn pandemic Im adding the Amalfi Coast to my 'visit before I die' list. ❤

[@mayradell3953]

I see so much harmony in everything you show us... I am happy for you, your animals and your plants. Good for you. Thank you for sharing your experiences and life with us. Love you all lots.

[@heatherwoods5469]

You manage to attack all the senses in a few minutes. The serenity of the countryside, the calming music, the walk into the town, the cooking- the aromas and the anticipation of taste. Will definitely try the recipe. You always make my Monday morning here in Melbourne! Thank you for making the start of my week enjoyable. Hoping you are all well . Greetings from Australia 🦘🦘🦘🐨🐨🇦🇺👍

[@kilenshi]

YEEEEE!....another lovely vlog from my FAVORITE lady on KZbin, NICKI. I am about to pour my coffee, put up my feet and disappear to Positano, Italy via Nicki, before my household wakes up: My son, my daughter, my darling grandbaby and my half kid Simba, our dog aka The Boss....Thank you! Nicki, because your vlogs never disappoint.

[@watcher223]

Gotta love a guy who can do anything with a few tools! My dad was this kind of guy. Secret to great Italian dishes- a few fresh ingredients, maybe one’s own twist to a recipe = a great Italian dish!

[@angelamullen4850]

Thank you for sharing, everything was brilliant.. However Holly playing with the puppy and seeing how happy she looked, she stole the show. X

[@flickerina7]

So thoughtful and kind to your animals

[@juliefisher]

stuck in NYC still and missing my Positano sooooo much and now watching what could be 18inches of snow come down in NYC, your videos always brighten my pandemic life! thank you so much! I want to move there so badly!

[@rata12341000]

Ohhhhh!!!!!!How beautiful Positano is from above!!!!! The drone images are great! Besides the music that goes with it. Beautiful!! Great to see Elizabeth again! The lemons!! The cafeteria Paradise is the one my family and I stopped for a coffee and delicious pastries, can't forget, the same view from the same window! Loved you vlog! And of course, Carlo can make you an entire kitchen the way you like it!! Bravo for Carlo!!

[@joycecole9807]

Another fun video! You make us feel like we're part of your wonderful family! (Including all the pets!!) "Whatever you desire my love..." now that's just precious! Carlo obviously thinks that you are, that's so sweet!! Carlo, your drone views are just spectacular!! Grazie!!

[@mrs.staycation]

After binge watching your videos, I had the conclusion that all of your family are multi talented, Nicki.. Amazing.. Much love from Indonesia. 💜

[@djej188]

Watching your positano diaries..Trust me u are saving me from depression and stress. Facing a lot issues in life. Thanks nicky. Loads of love. Dolly from 🇩🇪

[@always.wondering.wandering]

Cool drone video, nice! Love the idea for a kitchen renovation, yes, you need more counter space. Thank you to Tomaso for giving us a cooking lesson and prepared and cooked as it should be. Good to see Elizabeth back and someone got some chocolates(yeah!). Holly looked so cute playing with the new puppy, she looked like a puppy herself. Stay warm chickies! Everyone have a good week, ciao

[@rachelcharney4964]

This channel has become how I self care during this pandemic. I had no idea how much I needed this!

[@susandennison2833]

Love this vlog. No matter where one lives in the world, family is the same. 😊

[@Bemusedbeyondbelief]

“Yes, my love, we can do that”. Oh Nicki, how many of us just dream of getting that reaction when we want to start a project at home! 😂 ❤️ On a different note, the spaghetti is also nice if you replace the meat with salmon and add a bit of lemon juice. I am sure Carlo, along with probably most Italians, will groan at this and say “no, No, NO!” and I have to agree the traditional way is best, but if you prefer fish.....

[@maewhitney8971]

For reallll can Carlo start a blog for how to be a proper partner 😅

[@Nakitzalepotice]

To be honest, most of the men don't know so many crafts as Carlo :)

[@NickiPositano]

Hi, I'm Carlo, Yes Dear, and just as you say, we also have a recipe with Salmon Pasta but it wasn't this!

[@jmc8076]

Agreed! I do give credit to my guy too. He’s not as handy as Carlo but willing to look things up on YT and try. Because of my health he’ll also do all food shopping, errands, cleaning, cooking etc if needed. Not the way I would 😉😬 but pretty good. I fell down basement stairs this summer and shattered my ankle and damaged back/hip and he’s been so good esp w/meno on top 🥵🥶. Nicki’s videos have been a huge help. Husb watches to get some ideas from Carlo! They’re bdays are close! 🧐 We know other men the same and my dad was too. They do exist promise.

[@janelle144]

@@jmc8076 You are still so lucky. A friend on ours fell down her basement steps and died. Hit her head. I am so careful on steps now. When I see how many steps NIcki goes down my heart jumps. First thing I would do if I lived there would have railings installed on all stairs. Either that or go down them on my bum, then up on my knees, crawling all the way. Would take twice the time to get anywhere. LOL Talk about good exercise.

[@TheFreezeDryQueen]

Nicki, I love how fair you are. You’re accent is so lovely and your home well cared for. I love your content. Thank you for sharing.

[@johnb3341]

Thank you Nicki and Carlo. You are a key ingredient in our organic media intake. Zero kilometer from the soul.

[@capodad2u]

Good morning, our month long trip to Italy was cancelled last year😩 but watching your channel gives us us a strong desire to visit when permitted. In the meantime we enjoy your videos of daily life in paradise.

[@NyreeAlana]

Same here! 😔 Watching Nicki's videos helps keep our dream alive, whilst there is so much uncertainty ❤

[@EatYorCrust]

This is my favourite channel!!! I'm obsessed with your videos. They take me away from rainy Vancouver Canada hahah! Cheers.

[@nadinetasmania]

yes, me too! From rainy summer Tasmania!

[@vidyaasvideos]

Nicki, you are so affectionate! Love the way Carlo calls you Amore! Soo sweet! Your videos are so relatable, so natural. Thanks for the recipes. Will definitely try them.

[@Vivaddict]

The way he opened the spaghetti bag is mind blowing, or is it just me?

[@Myria83]

I'm Italian, and it's mind-blowing even to me... I'll try it next time!

[@shirleythurston4213]

Hi Nicki, I’ve only recently found your channel so I have tons of catching up to do .. but thank you so much for allowing us to come into your lives 😊 It’s a real joy to follow you and Carlo and his family, and of course your family when you go back to the UK. I’m actually from London and my dad from Cornwall, but I now live in Canada. My husband and I decided last year that we want to go to the Amalfi Coast as it’s a part of Italy that we haven’t yet visited, so when travelling is safe again that’s our plan. Once again, we’re so happy to have found you 💕

[@ameliacolarusso8683]

This is exactly how we make our pasta carbonara!!! It’s so nice and important to see our paese’s traditional dishes continue!! Thank you for sharing.

[@Bellasand45]

I am getting obsessed with your videos. I never get tired of looking those amazing and awesome views. Also, your house is so beautiful and the city looks so cozy .

[@helenross7751]

So glad I found Nicki Positano and Carlo ❤️

[@amylitko2273]

i just bought your cookbook. Oh my gosh, first let me say..so sweet. I can't wait to learn how to make pasta and I love that Elizabeth tells you what pasta is best with what type of dish. I think this confuses most Americans and it made it so simple for this gal to do get it right. I recommend everyone buy this cookbook. When you see Nicki and Carlos cook, those recipes are in this book.

[@elizabethtaylor6599]

The carbonara looks amazing, and the orange and fennel salad so healthy, and with using your own produce it couldn't be fresher!

[@johnvititoe6051]

Carlo, you are a master of drone photography. Of course, you have the most beautiful palette from which to choose. Please keep us posted on the kitchen renovation project.

[@roxannhanrahan7639]

Loved this video! I also love animals, so the chicken, kitty and Holly additions are always fun.

[@bbcarbo9251]

Yes

[@roxannhanrahan7639]

I forgot to say I loved the recipe! Can't wait to try it. Your nephew seems very enthusiastic about cooking. Tell him Bravo!

[@roxanner8]

To the chef. THANK YOU. I will make this today for my family!

[@christinejames5286]

I love ALL of your videos ALL the time, but I especially love all the drone shots where we can see EVERYTHING! It's so breathtaking there. ♥♥

[@maryanneforish4447]

Always look forward to your adventures. Carlo is a gem.

[@joellenmeek658]

Felt like a bird soaring over the coast with the lovely drone video. Enjoyed the Sunday morning vlog so much.

[@diannedutton6127]

I enjoy these videos so much. I watch them over and over.💕

[@janettehunt6831]

It wears me out just watching all the steps you climb ! You are a power horse ✊😘

[@snarfinigus]

What a treat. This was wonderful. Your place by the sea is absolutely gorgeous.

[@naomicoward4687]

Amazing place to live, but I really enjoy the love and connection you all have with family,friends and the earth. My only concern is Holly needs a rain coat.

[@h-leysanchez3397]

Always makes me smile watching you and your family & friends. Showing us delicious recipes, beautiful views & adorable holly 😊💞

[@kayrichard4100]

That carbonara looks delish. Definitely going to try it soon. I love how Carlo just said yes to everything about the kitchen renovations. LOL

[@mansibatra7248]

I can never do with just one comment on your videos Nicki . So here is my 2nd comment for today : I appreciate the fact that your description box actually has descriptions. They are detailed and useful. Thanks for putting in the extra work for us mere mortals .

[@jamieherald3494]

Love this channel! So cool to see tomisino in the video & the recipes. I hope when u & carlo do your kitchen that u can vlog some of it. Its pretty neat how u can mention something u like & he goes to his shop & creates it. U are both such artistic people! Thank u for showing us some of your daily life in italy!!!

[@hannahroberts6295]

Opening sequence. Wow. Just wow!

[@NM_AU]

The opening drone imagery combined with the natural light & the music was magical. Beautiful job editing Nicki! Loved this video with so many fun vignettes: the yummy recipes/cooking demos, naughty chickens, a kitchen renovation teaser, and of course lots of fun clips of happy Holly :)

[@carolinetucker8954]

What a perfect end to a Sunday before a return to work on Monday (albeit home-working due to UK lockdown). The drone footage at the beginning was so beautiful. Lovely to see you back with Elisabeth - and that the weather can be as bad as here! Thank you Nikki have a great week x

[@mansibatra7248]

That drone shot moving away from the white building was the money shot . The music added on to it . Nicki Nicki Nicki.... I am your biggest fan . I aspire to be like you . Simple and happy .

[@rsoubiea]

I follow a much beloved Italian American chef here in the states, Lidia bastenich she taught us about the pasta water. I love her, she has wonderful cook books. She has a wonderful salad much like one you showed us, hers was julienned sweet green apple and carrots a orange juice and olive oil,salt and pepper dressing. Delicious! Great on a warm summers day because there is no Mayo to go bad. I can’t take too much Mayo at all, it’s rather gross but it does have its uses I suppose in small doses. That’s just my opinion of course.

[@denisescull4227]

Extending the counter around is a great idea! If you have the room and could make it wide enough for 2 chairs on the end, you wouldn't lose much seating, if any. You could have a closed cabinet under the addition too. I'm loving the drone footage and want to compliment you and Carlo on your photography skills, you share the most beautiful things. For instance, I probably wouldn't have ever seen the inside of a Positano lemon! Thank you so much.

[@slkonnaris8477]

Thank you Nicki & Carlo - It’s a joy every time to see those beautiful drone shots, and the sun reflecting off the sea was just dreamy! I’ve seen carbonara cooked by Italians quite a few times but hand on heart, this one looked the most delicious and the explanation was really great too.

[@collettefroggatt2896]

Italy my favourite place to go. I’m addicted, Rome, Sicily, Sorrento, Tuscany, Amalfi coast. When all of Covid is over I will be back❤️😍

[@Aih777]

I remember stopping at this exact bar and grabbing a dessert when I was there !!!!! I am amazed how the dog just follows you off leash to town and how much exercise she gets up and down those hundreds of stairs.

[@hellokittie9000]

Iv been all over the world But Not italy this place is what dreams are Made Of ,I need to See this place💙🌊

[@maryreyes368]

Drones, music, walks, rain, food, coffee, pets --chicks, gardens-- all in Poisitano -- so fun to watch. Thanks!

[@judyannkiwi]

This is so refreshing!!😀Both of u and Carlos never seem to disappoint and the chemistry between u works. Always wishing the best for you and the family.

[@ramikhirfan7851]

What a pleasant break through out of misery news around us. Being now addicted to your videos, find it hard to break the habit of rewinding once and twice to catch a dialogue or a beautiful scenery. Well done Nikki and Carlo 💕

[@roysimpson9711]

Another taste of family warmth Your videos make me feel content . No politics No opinions Just a real look at your life telling us of a normal family living in a beautiful place . It's safe to say everybody likes all of you including the locals .As for Holly what a character and even the chickens get spoilt

[@danatc]

Your videos are always so artfully done! Loved the drone footage Carlo! The cooking looked delicious! Yeah, Carlo will be renovating your kitchen! How wonderful that he’s so talented! I hope you had a great visit with Elisabeth! Cute to see Holly finally playing with ‘not your puppy’! 💛

[@judyengle7728]

Who needs TV when we have Nicki Positano

[@sergiobasilioli384]

Finally someone that cooks Carbonara the right way! Thank you Nicky!

[@liontribeofjudah5616]

Please do more cooking..the recipes are so good..Your videography is stunning..Carlo is a filmaker.. amazingly good at capturing the surreal and timeless beauty of the mountains, sea, and land.. God has created such a masterpiece!

[@Shamsithaca]

All your videos are just so pleasing, relaxing, even with the rain, puts me to sleep (in a good way haha)

[@MWroses]

I firmly believe the best dishes only include a few ingredients. Even when it is gloomy there, it is beautiful. God bless your family.

[@debbiepalmer1094]

Lovely video! You have such a beautiful way of sharing the joy of a peaceful life. I love all the animals, so cute. x

[@dawnchamling5710]

everybody wishing u good morning, but it's night here in kathmandu, nepal 😊...what an idyllic life u r living! dog, cat, chickens, a beautiful home with a view to die for, loving friends nd family and the love of ur life..what more can one ask for?

[@TBro2024]

Already been said here, but I must say again: The drone footage is stunning. Ottimo lavoro !

[@joannsalas7015]

The drone footage with the beautiful relaxing music is everything. I could watch a whole video with just that! But of course, I'd like to see my favorite Positano Family too.

[@seanadams6328]

Hello Guys, I have recently found your channel after following Dan and family "escape to rural france". What a find too! I used to summer on the Amalfi Coast, staying in Sorento, Capri , Ana Capri and Positano. During yet another lockdown , watching you and your family and friends is wonderful escapism. So THANK YOU. Be well and be safe xx

[@ams123able]

Seems like all Italians are great cooks.

[@Myria83]

My Italian boyfriend is. :-)

[@bluesky7288]

We'll, what can I say. This vlog had a bit of EVERYTHING AND I THROUGHLY ENJOYED IT! Carlo, now I see how you are an ideal husband when you SO AGGREABLY said it was no problem to extend the granite kitchen. That is a huge job. What it takes to keep Nikki happy! My compliments to you. Wondering why you have 2 faucets and sinks? Also, how long has this house been in you family, it's age, and who built the enormous stone retaining wall and when? You have a large garden area, surprisingly, and you use it well.

[@NickiPositano]

Hi Sal, I'm Carlo, how many compliments, thank you!!

[@janetlombardi2314]

You bring so much joy. Im loving your videos thank you so much for sharing

[@nspr8cio]

On school vacation this week and planned to make this dish. Perfect timing!

[@Mayesyy]

I really enjoy the escapism that Positano diaries provides! Really RELAXING! Very charming. Please resist the urge to upgrade production value. Keeps it real. Great work, keep it up.

[@lornadiana5950]

Love watching you , so peaceful and beautiful, thank you .

[@patriciahall2223]

Enjoy your videos so much Nicki , Grazie Tomaso, your kitchen ideas sound so lovely you & Carlo are a great team ...God Bless 🇨🇦

[@tonymuniz1062]

Hi Nikki thank you for all your hard work putting together these videos it seems like the right time for something like this while we're all hunkered down take good care of yourself lots of love to the family

[@stephanie_sica]

Aww so happy to see you with Elizabeth!! Thank you for your lovely videos♡

[@annedon776]

Beautiful video! Please show the kitchen remodel, would love to see how things can be done. I so miss travel and going Italy! Such a beautiful way of life.😊

[@jeanmartinez7467]

Carlo is a keeper. What can he not do. Looking forward to your updated kitchen. Will try to make a fennel salad with orange. Your step son’s carbonara recipe makes it look so easy.. another one to try.

[@perkissluv]

Stunning drone shots of your beautiful coastline Carlo, well done Tomaso your pasta dish looks delicious 🤤 and Niki I’m sure your glad to have Elizabeth and the girls back from Vienna ❤️

[@cariskleimeyer2156]

Love your place. Went to Italy August 2017 and it was summertime, went to Positano of course and found it absolutely perfect for me. I’ve been watching your blog for 2 days now thanks a lot

[@sherreepeterson3496]

I loved watching Chef Tomas making the pasta carbonara

[@9kevkav]

How calming was that ,Thanks Nicki

[@joannaalexander663]

the drone shots were amazing

[@selenadiaz2665]

I need Positano in my life!♡♡♡♡♡

[@Esoterica99]

Just getting better and better with filming I see!

[@juliestanding316]

Your life is a living dream...chickens. dogs..cats.. and good food.. what more do ya want .. thanks for sharing it with us x