Menton, France is famous for lemons, and Brent is here to test the hype. Expect the best lemon tart ever, charming bowtie pastries, a classic Menton dessert, and a salad so big it feels ripped straight from Seinfeld. Plus, a stop at one of the city’s most unusual—and stunning—viewpoints.
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 France. Brent’s podcast, also called Destination Eat Drink, is available on all major podcasting platforms.
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