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Allison Scola, owner and curator of @experiencesicily, takes you on a walking and food #tour through #newyorkcity, featuring #cannoli and more!

I wasn't going to eat cannoli today (I already ate

I wasn't going to eat cannoli today (I already ate Biancomangiare after lunch!), but when Caterina, owner of @siciliamia_official, said she made the ricotta herself to make the cannoli cream (with pistachio cream mixed in), well... Did I have a choice? I don't think so! Shells from Sicily. Creamy and textured cream, just like I like it. Fresh and not too sweet. So, yeah, I made the right decision. You should too! #cannoli #cannolicrawl #cannolo #newyorkcity #thisisnewyork #walkingtour #cannolilove #newjersey #montclair

I'm feeling really good about this addition to the

I'm feeling really good about this addition to the Cannoli Crawl from @panepastanyc! The Cannoli Crawl is back on May 15! Small-group food and history tour of New York City... Register at link in bio @cannolicrawl_nyc! #cannoli #cannolicrawl #cannolo #newyorkcity #thisisnewyork #walkingtour #arancini #arancina #arancino #riceball #riceballs

We're back on May 15 in NYC! Reserve your spot at

We're back on May 15 in NYC! Reserve your spot at link in bio @cannolicrawl_nyc! #cannoli #cannolicrawl #cannolo #newyorkcity #thisisnewyork #walkingtour #cannolilove #nycfoodie #thisisnewyorkcity #foodietravel #foodtravel #experiencesicily

Creamy and not too sweet. Crunchy and not too thic

Creamy and not too sweet. Crunchy and not too thick. And what's that essence I taste throughout? Love. (... and Marsala wine and blood orange zest!) #cannoli #cannolicrawl #cannolo #newyorkcity #newjersey #experiencesicily #sicilian #pastry #homemade

A glimpse into today's online cannoli class! #cann

A glimpse into today's online cannoli class! #cannoli #cannolicrawl #cannolo #njmonthly #experiencesicily #sicily #sicilia #siciliabedda #italy #italia #sicilyvacation #sicilians_world #ig_sicily #igerssicilia #instasicilia #gf_italy #siculamenteDoc #sicily_tricolors #ig_visitsicily #Sicilia_PhotoGroup #smallgrouptours #traveltogether #authenticsicily #sicilytour #whatsicilyis #sicilytravel #viverelasicilia

Learn to make cannoli with me, Allison Scola, Chie

Learn to make cannoli with me, Allison Scola, Chief Cannoli Connoisseur, this Sunday, April 25 at noon Eastern online. Register at the cannoli photo at link in bio @experiencesicily. #cannoli #cannolicrawl #cannolo #cookingclass #online #onlinecooking #njmonthly

52 Reasons to Love Sicily. #11. Fresh cannoli. The

52 Reasons to Love Sicily. #11. Fresh cannoli. There is only one thing close to eating cannoli with sweet cream made from ricotta made from fresh milk from the sheep "over on that hillside." That one thing is if you made them yourself at home. So, since we can't travel to Sicily to partake in the glories of #11, join me online next Sunday, April 25 at noon Eastern for a cannoli making workshop during which I will teach you how to make this Sicilian delight along with history, legends, and culinary secrets. Let me take you there through your taste buds ... Register at link in bio @experiencesicily or at https://experiencesicily.com/cannoli-making-zoom-workshop/ #52reasonstolovesicily #experiencesicily #sicily #cannoli #cannolo #onlinecooking #cookingclass #sicilia #siciliabedda #italy #italia #sicilyvacation #sicilians_world #ig_sicily #igerssicilia #instasicilia #gf_italy #siculamenteDoc #sicily_tricolors #ig_visitsicily #Sicilia_PhotoGroup #smallgrouptours #traveltogether #authenticsicily #smallgrouptoursitaly #whatsicilyis #viverlasicilia #sicilytour

Yesterday was Cannoli Crawl research day. And the

Yesterday was Cannoli Crawl research day. And the results were A+! Regretfully, our partner Polosud has closed due to the pandemic... But (my new motto for life:) one door closes and another door opens! Introducing @panepastanyc, which is an outstanding Sicilian bakery and tavola calda on 8th Street in New York City. Pictured is their Sicilian Cannoli... And it is soooo good! Sheep's milk ricotta imported from Agrigento Province, shells made in house by Palermo natives... The candied orange rind blew me away. The texture. The crunch. The citrus essence! Oh, yes! A+! Welcome to the party! More on the new Cannoli Crawl to be announced. #cannoli #cannolicrawl #cannolo #newyorkcity #thisisnewyork #walkingtour #cannolilove #nycfoodie #thisisnewyorkcity #foodietravel #foodtravel #experiencesicily

The full Cannoli Connoisseur story from the April

The full Cannoli Connoisseur story from the April 2021 issue of @njmonthly is now online at https://digital.njmonthly.com/njmonthly/april_2021/MobilePagedArticle.action?articleId=1669987&app=false&cmsId=3898318&fbclid=IwAR1GNTYh4v-4tABuqfMpujQxyMNQTgoOs4MOdJOxZbgvyvFnLsE5LeF0ITU#articleId1669987

Buon appetito!

#cannoli #cannolicrawl #cannolo #newyorkcity #thisisnewyork #walkingtour #cannolilove #newjersey #experiencesicily

Happy Easter! Buona Pasqua! May the light of sprin

Happy Easter! Buona Pasqua! May the light of spring bring peace and joy to your heart!
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#experiencesicily #sicily #sicilia #siciliabedda #italy #italia #pasqua #buonapasqua #easter #happyeaster

Made a quick couple for today's hiking buddies! Ch

Made a quick couple for today's hiking buddies! Check out the article about me and cannoli at..

https://digital.njmonthly.com/njmonthly/april_2021/MobilePagedArticle.action?articleId=1669987&app=false&cmsId=3898318&fbclid=IwAR2gYY8W6JXpUfqF5nmJmsGSQMlOG_Z9sAdOA7CnXmlbCpajgyKiIUSPmG8#articleId1669987

#cannoli #cannolicrawl #cannolo #newyorkcity #thisisnewyork #walkingtour #cannolilove #nycfoodie #njmonthly #newjersey

I know I probably shouldn't have, but sometimes my

I know I probably shouldn't have, but sometimes my curiosity gets the best of me. This cannolo that I enjoyed alongside my soul sister (and freshman, sophomore, and and junior-year college roommate Kim (Those RAs made a good match! I'd live with her again!)) was eaten at Skylark Diner in Edison, NJ today. It could have been really good if it wasn't stuffed hours before we ate it. It had a lot going for it. The cream wasn't overly sweet and had a fruity essence to it. So, I did like it... I would have rated it even higher if the shell was crispy. They probably get this from a good pastry shop... But they should fill it upon order and it would be a winner! #cannoli #cannolicrawl #cannolo #newjersey #edison #njmonthly

Look no further for an authentic Sicilian cannolo

Look no further for an authentic Sicilian cannolo in New Jersey. This is as good as it gets! Ricotta flash frozen and imported from San Biagio Platini in Sicily's pristine Sicani Mountains, shell expedited from Palermo, a bit of love (i.e. secret ingredient) mixed into the cream by owner Enzo himself, candied orange made at @osteriaitaliana2020 by the lady of the house, and filled upon order (yes!) for ultimate crispness and contrast. Go. #cannoli #cannolicrawl #cannolo #newjersey #garfield #pastry #njmonthly

Look for @cannolicrawl_nyc in the April issue of @

Look for @cannolicrawl_nyc in the April issue of @njmonthly! Thank you @sharon.goldman and @marlacohenartworks for the beautiful piece! #cannoli #cannolicrawl #cannolo #newyorkcity #newjersey

Thinking about this outstanding cannolo in Favara,

Thinking about this outstanding cannolo in Favara, Sicily at Pasticceria Patti... They use cubbàita as a garnish... (the local almond torrone specialty). It's truly unique and outstanding. Not to mention it's the full package. Excellent shell (the perfect consistency) and outstanding, fresh, creamy sheep's milk ricotta. More about this soon. #cannoli #cannolicrawl #cannolo #agrigento #favara #experiencesicily

Most cannoli in Sicily are made with sheep’s mil

Most cannoli in Sicily are made with sheep’s milk ricotta (More later about the non-sheep’s milk ricotta.). It's a sweeter ricotta than what we have in the States, which is almost 99.9% of the time Holstein cow milk ricotta. US cow's milk ricotta is a very different texture and almost a blank canvas in terms of flavor because it's mass produced and the animals are fed a consistent diet so that the ricotta tastes the same, no matter the season. Meanwhile, in Sicily, the sheep's milk ricotta is best during November to May, when the pastures are green, as shown here. Those grasses and clover and other greens give the ladies' milk a naturally sweet essence. That means more natural flavor and less sugar and other additives for cannoli di ricotta. So, look at the landscape! The terroir, if you will, of your Sicilian cannoli makes all the difference! When in Sicily, you eat cannoli with ricotta that comes from the region where you're enjoying it. #cannoli #cannolicrawl #cannolo #newyorkcity #experiencesicily

Did you know that you can buy cannoli shells in al

Did you know that you can buy cannoli shells in almost every supermarket in Sicily? Now you do. And now you know what's wrong with the United States. Not enough good cannoli. #cannoli #cannolicrawl #cannolo #newyorkcity #walkingtour #onlinecooking

From today's Let's Make Cannoli from Scratch onlin

From today's Let's Make Cannoli from Scratch online workshop... A beautiful bounty of cannoli. These are some of the best I've made. Thanks to all who joined me! #cannoli #cannolicrawl #cannolo #newyorkcity #thisisnewyork #walkingtour #cannolilove #newjersey #sicily #experiencesicily #sicilia

Hoboken, New Jersey played home to today's second

Hoboken, New Jersey played home to today's second cannoli adventure. Carnevale this year is most certainly making me dizzy... Oh, the sugar highs, and not only. Carlo's Bakery is famous because of The Cake Boss television show. So, it has a big reputation to uphold. Well, this cream was the real deal. The texture in my mouth was perfect. It felt and tasted like ricotta! Finally! Not too sweet, because it didn't need to be. A few chocolate chips... Love it! But... These were in the case, stuffed when I walked in. And that is the downfall here. The shell tasted OK once I was into it, but the initial impression was disappointing. These had definitely been sitting, stuffed for a few hours, and I could tell. It wasn't soggy, but it wasn't what it should be either. If the Boss, Buddy, had stuffed this for me on the spot, I would have cheered with joy. But alas, I do these visits clandestinely for a true experience. Soon I will have to wear a disguise! No garnish, just powdered sugar, and that was perfect. No fake stuff, please! I do recommend these, but ask for freshly stuffed when you order yours. #cannoli #cannolicrawl #cannolo #newjersey #hoboken

Today's cannoli exploits led me first to Union, Ne

Today's cannoli exploits led me first to Union, New Jersey to Conca D'Oro Pastry Shop. You had me at the name, since this was the name of my cousin Pietro's pastry shop in Rome, named for the Golden Basin that is the landscape south of the bay of Palermo that was for centuries covered with lemon and orange trees... But I digress. The point is, it is a Sicilian shop, though now owned by Juan Lopez, one of the loyal, long-time employees of the original owners. What a fun visit this was. It was a step back in time. So worth the trip here. Juan was a joy to talk shop with. The cannoli was classic New York/New Jersey, with an exceptional shell. They were fresh and reflected that they are store-made, with love. Made with red wine, vinegar, and sweetened with vanillin (a bakery sweetener that is a concentrated vanilla extract). The cream was classic American sweet with some chocolate chips and a hint of cinnamon oil. Garnished with "pistachios" OK, OK... The mystery of the fake pistachios is as follows: Juan explained that they are chopped almonds flavored with pistachio oil and colored green. So, these ingredients are for your pastry shops that have a huge volume of cannoli to push out each week. Real pistachios are expensive. The size of this cannoli was perfect. A very enjoyable experience! Classic and so good! Highly recommend this cannoli and Conca d'Oro! #cannoli #newjersey #cannolo #cannolicrawl #union

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