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EPISODE · Mar 13, 2026 · 22 MIN

Chasing pizza in Italy - Chef Himanshu Saini

from Travel Stories with Moush · host Moushumi Bhuyan

In the season finale of the Culinary Journeys series, Chef Himanshu Saini, the chef behind the world’s first and only Indian restaurant to be awarded three Michelin stars, Trèsind Studio, shares the travel experiences that have shaped his cooking. From Italy’s slow food culture to Mexican street food, this episode explores how travel influences the way chefs think about food. Destination Highlights & Culinary Insights: 1. Italy - A culinary road trip. For Himanshu, Italy is where food, landscape and culture come together effortlessly. It’s a place best explored slowly and through long drives, local restaurants and unforgettable dishes. • Road trip from Milan to the Dolomites. https://www.instagram.com/ristorantelido84/ • Exploring the vineyards of Franciacorta. https://www.instagram.com/franciacorta/ • Exploring the lively lake town of Desenzano del Garda. • Discovering the charm of Lecce in South Italy. • A pilgrimage to Naples to eat the best pizza in the world in Chef Franco Pepe’s restaurant. https://www.instagram.com/francopepeingrani/ 2. Mexico - Street food and cultural crossroads. Mexico’s street food culture is vibrant, regional and deeply rooted in history. • Why Mexican street food is one of the most exciting food cultures in the world. • Discovering the Lebanese influence in Mexico City. 3. India - The world’s greatest street food culture. 4. France – The world’s greatest destination for the culinary techniques. This special Culinary Series is brought to you by Emirates NBD Voyager Credit Cards. Connect with Himanshu at: https://www.instagram.com/chefhimanshusaini/ Thank you all for tuning in today! If you enjoyed this episode, please hit that subscribe button here, or on your favorite podcast platform. I’d love to hear from you! What destinations or journeys should we feature next? Drop a comment, leave a rating, or write a review - it truly makes a difference. Stay connected with me on Instagram @moushtravels to find out who’s joining me next week. You can also explore all past episodes and destinations mentioned by our guests on www.moushtravels.com or in the episode show notes. Thanks for listening! Until next time, safe travels and keep adventuring.   "Want a spotlight on our show? Visit https://admanager.fm/client/podcasts/moushtravels  and align your brand with our audience."Connect with me on the following:Instagram @moushtravelsFacebook @travelstorieswithmoushLinkedIn @Moushumi BhuyanYou Tube @travelstorieswithmoush   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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