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Did you know the pizzelle is an “old world” traditional
cookie? This Italian waffle cookie gets its name from
the Italian word, “pizze”, meaning round and flat. It is
believed to have first been developed in central Italy to
honor annual celebrationsin ancient times. They have
remained an important part of celebrations throughout
Italy and even in the United States. The two holidays which
the pizzelle is commonly used are Christmas and Easter.

It is believed pizzelles were first used in the Italian village
of Colcullo to celebrate the driving out of the snakes from
overtaking the town. Others believe the village of Salle was
the first to use pizzelles to celebrate the feast of Beato Roberto,
a twelfth-century monk.

Pizzelles of the past were made on irons embossed with the family crest or other symbols of meaning. They were baked individually on these irons which were held over the top of an open flame. Today, as then, pizzelles are still embossed but with a waffle pattern on one side and a floral pattern on the other. Although Anise is the “traditional” flavor of the pizzelle, we’ve taken the flavor experience to a new level. With over 50 flavors to choose from, we strive to satisfy the most discriminate of taste buds!

So, if someone ever asks you the “million-dollar-question” about pizzelles…now you know!

Just Pizzelles™ is a proud sponsor of:

Youngstown-Warren Regional Chamber