Jackie DeGiorgio is an expert on Milan and the Lombardy region. She tells Brent about the best day trips from Milan including a visit to where a famous gelato flavor was invented and the birthplace of chocolate hazelnut. Plus, an amazing coffee drink, a wine region just outside Milan, a lesson in Italian pronunciation, and a strong anti-Fascist message. [Ep 390]
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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