From sizzling street food in Nice to centuries-old snacks in Genoa,
I traveled the French and Italian Riviera to taste some of the most unique local foods you’ve probably never heard of. In this food and travel adventure, I explore authentic street food on the Riviera, eating what locals love in Nice, France, Genoa, Italy, and much more.
Along the way, I try: A legendary bike-powered pancake oven in Nice 🥞
Spongy focaccia baked the Genoese way
Farinata from a 200-year-old oven
A delicious deep-fried bow-tie–shaped snack
A savory local tart and traditional bread sold from hooks
If you love street food, local snacks, and off-the-beaten-path eats, this Riviera food tour is for you. These are the kinds of foods most tourists miss—but locals line up for every day.
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.
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