A fondness for Italy influenced the color scheme and overall ambience. Reminders of the couple&#x27;s Italian travels abound, especially in this part of the butler&#x27;s pantry, which displays bottles of wine, a collection of corks, Italian dishware, and a painting from Tuscany. &quot;Since wonderful food was certainly a part of those experiences, it seemed only natural to create an environment that inspired us in our culinary adventures,&quot; Christa says.