Taralli & poke cake
2022 Italy
This episode starts with Taralli, a traditional Italian snack that’s crunchy, ring-shaped, and flavored with fennel seeds or black pepper. Sonia shows how to bake these perfect little bites before moving on to a modern favorite, Poke Cake. This sweet treat is infused with various flavors by poking holes into the cake and filling them with delicious syrups, offering a fun and customizable dessert experience.
Casts:
Sonia Peronaci
Sonia Peronaci
Studio:
Marco Capedri
Marco Capedri
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