Monday Munchies: Cannoli Tacos at Zio Peppe

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When you’re thinking of somewhere to eat a taco in Tucson, you’re likely not considering which Italian spots are dishing them out, right? However, there’s always dessert!

Zio Peppe has two cannoli tacos on its dessert menu at 6502 E. Tanque Verde Rd. — the Taconnoli and Chocotaconnoli.

The Chocotaconnoli is a dessert that’s sweet and crispy enough to hang with the rest of the tacos in town.

In the spirit of the beloved Choco Taco, the pastry taco shells are dipped in dark chocolate and then filled with ricotta mascarpone cream, cocoa nibs, and spiced candied pepitas ($11 for two).

Also, if you’re looking for another option, there’s the Taconnoli — made of pistachio, orange zest, ricotta, and creamy mascarpone inside crispy pastry shells flavored with Marsala and a touch of cinnamon ($10 for two).

These desserts are something a culinary “funcle” would enjoy serving up at any type of gathering.

Zio Peppe is located at 6502 E. Tanque Verde Rd. For information on the location, hours, full menu, and more, visit ziopeppeaz.com.

Foodie Club members

Zio Peppe is also a Restaurant Partner, meaning that Foodie Club members can score $40 off their meal once a year.

For $20 a month, Foodie Club members get a stack of cash vouchers to local restaurants worth over $5,000, free tasting events at local restaurants every month, access to members-only monthly dinner series with local chefs, discounts on events, and monthly mixers with other members. Learn more and join!