Modena, Italy is a food lover’s paradise — and in this episode, Brent dives deep into its culinary treasures. 🇮🇹✨
🍇 Authentic balsamic vinegar straight from the source
🍷 Sampling Lambrusco wine — the fizzy red with a reputation
🥐 A sweet pastry with a surprising filling
🥗 One of the best meals he’s ever had in Italy
🛒 Plus, getting shooed out of the market
From hidden bakeries to world-famous flavors, this Modena food tour shows why Emilia-Romagna is Italy’s ultimate foodie destination.
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 and is distributed by the Radio Misfits Podcast Network.
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