From creamy pesto with a surprising twist to rich and earthy ratatouille, and a street food perfect for a hike or picnic, I’m eating my way along the French and Italian Riviera to find the region’s most unforgettable dishes.
Join me as I explore the food scene of the Italian and French Riviera, tasting iconic local dishes, unexpected flavors, and even a spicy African dish you wouldn’t expect to find here. Along the way, I also try a unique local drink named after a farm animal 🐐🍷
If you love food travel, European cuisine, or discovering what to eat in France and Italy, this Riviera food tour is for you.
📍 Locations: French Riviera & Italian Riviera
🍽️ Dishes: Pesto, ratatouille, bajia, trouchia & more!
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 to France. Brent’s podcast, also called Destination Eat Drink, is available on all major podcasting platforms.
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