Bobbi Parlett

Bobbi Parlett

Bobbi Parlett’s passion for “All Things Italian” is fueled by her great-great- grandfather who emigrated to the U.S. from Barga, Tuscany, as well as over 30 trips to Italy since 1992. Simpatico was born almost 20 years ago out of Bobbi’s passion to help the Italian artisans by importing Italian products to the US that were not readily available here. Originally mostly a ceramics and home furnishings shop, Simpatico has expanded beyond these roots and has grown over the years to what some have called the best Italian wine selection in the area, with over 300 different wines from all 20 regions, a foodie haven with a broad and deep array of foods from Italy, as well as ceramics and gifts. Bobbi and her staff love to share the happiness that Italy brings to people through the offerings at Simpatico. Bobbi partners with a number of wine and food importers and distributors, and will be joined by one of the importers for the course.