Small Bites Radio Episode 197

About this episode

This episode highlights Italian excellence in Philadelphia through the story of Varallo Brothers Bakery and its dedication to traditional baking techniques.

Small Bites Radio has been named Top Hospitality Shows on the Planet from 2020–2025, #Bluejeanfood.com named Top Philadelphia Best Philadelphia Lifestyle Blogs and Websites from 2021-2025, Best Philly Food Blogs and Websites 2023-25, Top Philly Food RSS Feeds 2024-2025, nominated by Metro Philly Newspaper 2022-25 Best of Philadelphia Arts & Entertainment, and WINNER of Metro Philly Newspaper Best of Philadelphia Arts & Entertainment in 2023 and 2024. 🎙️Italian Excellence in Philadelphia – New Episode of Small Bites Radio!🎙️Presented by D & L Coffee Services Inc. This week on Small Bites Radio, we’re spotlighting true Italian excellence in the heart of Philadelphia. From master bakers to cultural culinary ambassadors. 🍰 First up, we’re thrilled to welcome Berardino Varallo and his sons Michael and Luca Varallo of the iconic Varallo Brothers Bakery a beloved family-owned institution that's been serving South Philly since 1981. A true story of heritage, heart, and handmade perfection, the Varallo family has spent decades preserving and passing down traditional Italian baking techniques. From their roots in Montella Avellino, Italy, to the bustling streets of Philadelphia, their…

People in this episode

Host: Small Bites Radio

Guests: Berardino Varallo, Michael Varallo, Luca Varallo

Topics covered

• Italian cuisine
• baking
• family business
• Philadelphia culture
• culinary heritage

Keywords

• Italian baking
• Varallo Brothers Bakery
• Philadelphia food
• Sfogliatelle
• family-owned bakery

Sponsors

D & L Coffee Services Inc.

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Varallo Brothers Bakery

Places: Philadelphia, South Philly, Montella Avellino

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