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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.
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Article written by:
Matt Sterner
More about MattAt a very young age, Matt Sterner was gifted with the artistic ability to masterfully roll a burrito to the highest of standards, but the wrapped medley of delicious innards wasn’t his first love. Matt’s first true love was a combination of reading, writing, and creating. He grew up reading comics, the ingredients list of his shampoo and conditioner bottles, choose-your-own-adventure books, and the Scrabble dictionary — something he found useful when challenging his grandmother to a game.
He attended college at New Mexico State University and graduated with a degree in Digital Filmmaking. One of his favorite classes was screenwriting because he became responsible for the story’s birth before it came to life on-screen. After school, Matt took on numerous positions at a local television station in Tucson. From dealing out stories about heartbreak to producing “fluffier” content for a lifestyle broadcast, he learned what it takes to adapt to the many emotions the world of media can stir. Since 2017, Matt has dabbled in the culinary world of Tucson as well as San Diego, California from time to time.
If you’re in the mood for strange stories, head over to his pride and joy, wonkytimes.com. And in case you’re curious — yes, after all of this time, he still manages to roll a killer burrito.
