Italian Word of the Day: Zeppola
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Zeppola
Meaning: Sweet pastry
Part of Speech: noun
Translation: St. Joseph's zeppole are a traditional dessert for March 19th.
Context: Le zeppole di San Giuseppe sono un dolce tradizionale del 19 marzo.
Cultural nugget: Zeppole are special pastries made for the Feast of St. Joseph (March 19). These cream-filled treats are particularly popular in Naples and Rome, where pastry shops compete to make the most delicious versions.
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