Discover Ravenna, Italy — a city of dazzling 1,500-year-old Byzantine mosaics, medieval history, and incredible food you won’t find anywhere else.
Once the capital of the Western Roman Empire, Ravenna is also the resting place of Dante Alighieri, author of The Divine Comedy. In this episode, Brent explores Ravenna’s rich history and local flavors:
🍝 A unique pasta dish you’ll only find in this region
☕ Coffee once favored by local fishermen
🍨 Gelato that tastes like brownie batter
🥙 A piadina — Italy’s answer to pita bread
🏖️ An Adriatic beach perfect for a cocktail or cooling off
If you love Italian food, travel, and hidden gems, Ravenna needs to be on your bucket list.
About the Author
Brent Petersen is the Editor-in-Chief of Destination Eat Drink. He currently resides in Setubal, Portugal. Brent has written the novel “Truffle Hunt” (Eckhartz Press) and the short story collection “That Bird.” He’s also written dozens of foodie travel guides on Destination Eat Drink, including several in Italy. Brent’s podcast, also called Destination Eat Drink, is available on all major podcasting platforms.