Deryn Macey on Unsplash Freepik - Racool Studio Cannoli are international Cannoli are recognized throughout the world as an Italian dessert, so much so that in Italy there is no lack of pastry chefs that dedicate themselves almost exclusively to this dessert. This is the case of Ammu, a pastry brand born after Expo 2015. It surely had a lucky start which led to the sale of over 130 thousand cannoli and recognition as the best cannoli at the Expo. The first opening in Milan occurred in 2016. Afterwards, five more stores were opened: three in Milan and two in Rome, along with an online shop. Ammu live on a path of experimentation, but at the same it is rooted in tradition. It has become famous for its “express” cannoli that are stuffed only when they are ordered, and it has become the point of reference for those in the heart of Lombardy who love Sicily and its confectionary culture. It is a declaration of love, even in the name of the brand. The word “Ammu” is a verse that Sicilian mothers make when feeding their children, a contraction of the word “ammuccamu”, which indicates someone who is enjoying a delicacy. They offer two recipes, a classic version, the result of an ancient noble family’s recipe, and a pistachio one. The secret of their success lies in their choice of sheep ricotta, which must be of the highest quality. All the mastery lies in finding the right balance of sugar, so that the ricotta cream is sweet but not overwhelmingly so. The shell is an ancient recipe from Catania, crispy and crunchy, with a pinch of cocoa powder to balance the sweetness of the ricotta. The garnishes include candied orange peels and cherries, Sicilian pistachios and dark chocolate chips. 29
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