Giovanni Pernice has publicly celebrated the success of his new BBC show with Anton du Beke, sharing his delight at the ratings for the first episode of Adventures in Sicily on Instagram. And its launch came days after he left fans gutted with the news he won't do the Strictly Come Dancing tour next year, even if he wins the next series.
The travel series, which sees the popular pro and Strictly judge join forces, was confirmed by the broadcaster last year, before having its premiere in London earlier this year. And, as fans waited to get their first look and Giovanni continues to tour the country with his Made in Italy show, episode one went out to the nation in the coveted 9pm slot on BBC One on Tuesday night.
The first leg of Anton and Giovanni’s Sicilian road trip began in the port town of Sciacca, and from there, saw them take in Greek architecture, octopus fishing and a tango festival, where they had an opportunity to show off some of their famous footwork.
