Chocolate and Gelato! Sweet Tips for Finding Great Gelato in Italy and Chocolate Recipes with Venchi

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 as audio-only on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, or wherever you listen to podcasts.

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