All About Chocolate and Gelato in Italy - Sweet Tips for Finding Great Gelato in Italy and Unveiling Italian Chocolate Recipes with Mr. Venchi

12/06/2024 45 min Temporada 1 Episodio 4
All About Chocolate and Gelato in Italy - Sweet Tips for Finding Great Gelato in Italy and Unveiling Italian Chocolate Recipes with Mr. Venchi

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Episode Synopsis

(VIDEO AVAILABLE ON SPOTIFY AND YOUTUBE) Serious gelato and chocolate cravings might occur after listening to this episode with not-your-average chocolatier, G.B. Mantelli of Venchi, the most important chocolate boutique in Italy in the 19th century.
Become proficient in picking out quality gelato and get advice to ensure you're eating real chocolate with only the best ingredients. Learn the origin story of chocolate and what type of chocolate people typically enjoy around the world.
Join host Catrin Skaperdas, G.B. Mantelli of Venchi, and friend-of-the-podcast Kenneth Harley as they have an entertaining chat about Italian culture inclusive of:

When and Where the First License to Craft Chocolate was Given

How to Identify a Good Gelateria in Italy

How Venchi's Bright Packaging Relates to Italian Food Culture

What Gianduja is (Hint: It's Similar to Nutella)

How G.B.'s Experiment at age 15 Became Award-Winning Chocolate

G.B.'s Recommended Gelato Flavor Pairings

What Exciting new Venchi Products are Launching in September 2024

How the Secret of Spanish Chocolate Arrived in Italy

How Venchi Embraces Local Cultures Around the World

Where to Find Venchi in the U.S.

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For more information about Venchi, check out the website https://us.venchi.com/.
This interview is also available to watch on YouTube.
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