Frittelle

Frittelle, in Venice sometimes also called frittolle, have been known since Roman times. This sweet donut-like pastry is traditionally linked with the Carnival season. The oldest document related to this Venetian cuisine is a recipe for frittelle dating back to the year 1300! Nowadays they are known and eaten all over Italy and in many countries around the world under different names, like ‘fritters’ in England and ‘buñuelos’ in Spain. They achieved their utmost glory in Venice, though, where they were declared to be the sweets of the Serenissima Republic.

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  1. Fritelle look a lot like beignets — and they look yummy! The bakery looks amazing! BTW – Since you will in Venice for Carnival you will need to get a costume and a mask!

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