Golf Star Turned Foodie? Nelly Korda Names The Country She Loves Visiting Just for This Local Delight — Fans Crave the Same Dish
Nelly Korda may be known for her precision on the golf course, but off the greens, she’s also got a sharp eye — or rather, a sharp palate — for delicious food. In a recent fan Q&A, the LPGA star opened up about one of her biggest travel motivations outside of tournaments: food. And it turns out, there’s one country she simply can’t resist returning to, all because of a single mouthwatering dish.
“Italy. Hands down. And I go there mainly for the pasta — especially truffle tagliatelle,” Korda revealed with a grin.
“It’s rich, simple, and absolutely unforgettable. I could eat it every day.”
From Birdies to Bucatini: Korda’s Italian Food Obsession
While Nelly’s professional calendar often keeps her on the move, she says Italy holds a special place in her heart — not just for its scenic beauty, but for the culinary comfort it offers.
“There’s something about the food in Italy. It’s not just what you eat — it’s how you eat it,” she said. “Long dinners, fresh ingredients, great company… it slows you down in the best way.”
Among all the Italian delicacies she’s tried, truffle tagliatelle stands out as her all-time favorite. The creamy, aromatic dish featuring handmade pasta and shaved truffle has apparently become her go-to indulgence during visits to Rome or Florence.
Fans Are Hungry for More
As soon as clips of her statement surfaced online, fans took to social media to share their own Italian food stories — and more than a few posted pictures of truffle pasta dishes they’ve tried or want to try.
“Now I need to book a trip to Italy just for truffle tagliatelle. Thanks, Nelly!” one fan joked on Twitter.
Another wrote, “She has great taste — Italian food never misses. Tagliatelle al tartufo is elite!”
Food bloggers and travel enthusiasts even started sharing restaurant recommendations, tagging Nelly and asking if she’d ever been to their favorite pasta spots.
Travel Goals with a Side of Truffle
Though Nelly Korda has never branded herself as a “foodie,” her recent travel confession hints at a deeper appreciation for the cultures she encounters on the road.
“As much as I love the game, traveling is one of the best perks of being an athlete. And getting to explore food scenes in different countries? That’s the cherry on top,” she said.
And who knows — with her growing fan base and influence beyond sports, maybe a food-focused travel vlog or Instagram series is in her future. For now, though, she’s content to enjoy her truffle tagliatelle in peace — and maybe inspire a few fans to do the same.
Because when Nelly Korda isn’t chasing trophies, she’s chasing truffles — and fans are more than happy to follow her lead.
