The Milano Files

For the love of cardoons


Listen Later

Send us a text

As cardoon season is winding down, Jaclyn discusses the elusive artichoke thistle and also shares some versions she had in Milan recently. 

  • Il Giornale del Cibo article about why the cardo Gobbo is named as such
  • Slow Food Foundation's page dedicated to the Cardo Gobbo di Nizza Monferrato
  • Nizza Monferrato Wikipedia page
  • Jaclyn's blog post about Via Melzo in Milan 
  • Masterclass guide to cooking cardoons 
  • Further reading: Smithsonian Magazine "What the Heck do I do with a Cardoon?

Milan restaurants mentioned:

  • Ratanà 
  • Røst 
  • Rovello 18 

If you're visiting Milan and would like to book a food tour with Jaclyn when you're in town, send her an email: [email protected]

Jaclyn's Instagram

Jaclyn's blog: A Signorina in Milan

Click here to sign up for Jaclyn's newsletter.

The Milano Files Instagram

The Milano Files YouTube Channel

...more
View all episodesView all episodes
Download on the App Store

The Milano FilesBy Jaclyn DeGiorgio