Dorellini are made entirely in Italy, in the Puglia region, the homeland of the tarallo. Our Italian identity isn't just on the label: every step of the supply chain is Italian, from the wheat to the dough, from baking to packaging. We're proud to state it on the box: "From Puglia · Since 1927".

Dorellini come from the Apulian tradition of white wine taralli — one of the oldest and most loved recipes of Southern Italy — and from a story that began in 1927. They're oven-baked, not fried: a dough of simple ingredients, shaped into the classic ring, then slowly baked until crisp and golden. To reach the quality we aim for, modern machinery recreates the craftsman's hand gesture, keeping the timing and the proportions of the old method.

The full story — where it began and the family behind it — is on our Our Story page. How a Dorellino is actually made, step by step, is on How We Make It.

No — Dorellini are oven-baked, not fried, and we state it on the package: "Oven-Baked, Not Fried". It's a deliberate choice: oven baking gives the authentic crispness of traditional taralli without the oil absorption of frying, keeping the product lighter and more digestible.

For us, artisan is not a label, it's a way of working — and even though the production today is modern, that hasn't changed. It means respecting the right timing of the dough and baking, checking every batch, choosing real ingredients over chemical shortcuts, and accepting that a well-made product asks for more care than a hurried one. It also means that each Dorellino may show small, natural variations in shape or color: those are the marks of a real product.

Yes. Our wheat flour is made from grains selected and milled entirely in Italy. Choosing Italian wheat means supporting our country's agricultural chain and a quality that stays consistent, recognizable and traceable.

Dorellini are crispy, crumbly and light. On the first bite you should feel a thin shell that crumbles gently in the mouth — neither too hard nor powdery. The flavor is balanced: you can taste the wheat, the white wine, the olive oil and a subtle hint of sea salt. They're not meant to overwhelm with strong flavors, but to be enjoyed calmly, one after another.

No. We use sea salt carefully: enough to bring out the other ingredients, never so much as to make the snack heavy. If you're used to heavily salted industrial snacks, Dorellini may taste more balanced — and that's exactly the effect we're after.

Dorellini have the classic crunch of traditional taralli, not the softness of a breadstick or a light cracker. They're meant to be bitten with confidence and paired with cheese, cured meats or a glass of wine — or simply enjoyed on their own. That said, they aren't hard: they're fragrant, and they crumble pleasantly in the mouth.

Dorellini come from the Italian tradition and are made in Puglia, faithful to the classic recipe of white wine taralli. That said, everyone has personal memories tied to a particular tarallo — local recipes, family variations, regional habits. Try them with an open mind: you'll find an honest, simple product, made the way it should be.

Many taralli are made to a price — lower-grade oils, preservatives, ingredients chosen to keep costs down. Dorellini follow a different path: real ingredients, 100% Italian production, no palm oil, no additives, no GMOs.

As for when: there's no rule. A break at the office, an after-school snack, an aperitivo paired with cheese or a glass of wine, a moment to yourself, or an open box to share with friends — Dorellini fit wherever you want them, at any point of the day.

The reasons behind the product, and the moments it's made for, are told in full on our Why Dorellini page.

Yes. It's a statement we make on our packaging with full responsibility: Dorellini are 100% Made in Italy — from Italian wheat flour to production, from the traditional recipe to the packaging, every step takes place in Italy, in Puglia.

This is a question we often hear, and it deserves a transparent answer. We use both oils because each plays a specific, complementary role.

Extra virgin olive oil brings the aroma, the authentic flavor and the nutritional value of the Mediterranean tradition. High-oleic sunflower oil — a non-GMO selected variety, naturally rich in oleic acid just like olive oil — gives the dough the right crumbly texture, an even bake and a freshness that lasts over time without preservatives.

Both oils are clearly declared on the package, in order of quantity as the law requires. Nothing is hidden: the list you see is exactly what's in the product.

Some traditional taralli are made only with olive oil, others with a blend: both belong to Italian tradition. For Dorellini we chose a blend because it gives that light, non-greasy crispness that defines the product, while keeping the aroma and value of extra virgin olive oil. It's a choice driven by technique and taste, not by cost.

No. Dorellini contain no palm oil, no hydrogenated fats and no tropical oils of any kind. It's one of our core commitments, stated clearly on the package: "Palm Oil Free".

No — no preservatives, no colorings, no artificial flavors, no additives. The long shelf life of Dorellini is natural: it comes from the quality of the ingredients, the slow traditional baking and packaging designed to protect freshness.

No, Dorellini are completely GMO-free, including the high-oleic sunflower variety we use, which is obtained through traditional selection methods.

White wine is a traditional ingredient in Apulian taralli: it makes the dough crumbly and aromatic. During baking the alcohol evaporates completely, leaving in the finished product only a delicate aromatic note.

Sulfites are naturally present in the white wine used in the dough. They're listed on the label because the law requires them to be declared for sensitive consumers, even though they are present in very small quantities. Anyone without a specific sulfite intolerance can enjoy Dorellini with no concerns.

Yes, rigorously and on multiple levels. Because they are made in Italy and exported to the United States, Dorellini comply at the same time with two of the strictest regulatory systems in the world: European food safety regulations, among the most demanding anywhere, and the U.S. regulations enforced by the FDA and FSMA. For us this isn't a burden — it's an added guarantee for anyone who chooses Dorellini: every pack is the result of a process monitored at every step, from raw materials to the shelf.

Yes. Our facility is FDA-registered and operates in full compliance with the FSMA (Food Safety Modernization Act), the law governing the safety of food intended for the American market.

This means our production process, raw material controls, allergen management, equipment cleaning and batch traceability all meet the standards required to export food to the United States. Our procedures are documented, verifiable and regularly updated to stay aligned with regulatory changes.

Our facility is certified to the leading international food safety and quality standards:

• HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points): the system that identifies, evaluates and controls hazards at every stage of food production.
• BRC (British Retail Consortium): one of the most rigorous food safety standards in the world, widely recognized by global retailers.
• IFS (International Featured Standards): an international standard certifying that production processes meet strict quality and food safety requirements.
• FSMA: full compliance with U.S. regulations for the safety of imported foods.

Together, these certifications place us among the food producers with the highest level of quality control in the industry.

Quality is the result of an ongoing system of controls across the whole production chain. We verify incoming raw materials — flour, oils, wine, salt — through testing and supplier traceability documentation. During production we constantly monitor critical parameters such as baking temperatures, processing times and equipment hygiene, following HACCP protocols. Before shipping, every batch is checked against the required quality and safety standards.

On top of this, we are subject to periodic inspections by independent third-party certification bodies, which verify our compliance with BRC, IFS and our other certifications. We don't just say we're good: qualified external auditors confirm it, regularly.

Yes, completely. We use a batch traceability system that lets us follow every Dorellini package from the raw materials of origin to the point of sale. On every package you'll find two key pieces of information:

• Lot No: uniquely identifies the production batch a package belongs to.
• Best If Used By: indicates how long the product keeps all of its quality.

If needed, this lets us trace back at any time to the raw materials used, the date and time of production, the controls performed on that batch and the whole distribution chain. Our U.S. storage warehouses are certified too, and operate under strict criteria for food safety, temperature, humidity, hygiene and batch rotation, in full compliance with FDA and FSMA regulations. From production in Puglia to the moment of consumption, every step is monitored, documented and traceable — for us and for you.

Allergen management is one of the most strictly controlled aspects of our facility, in line with HACCP, BRC, IFS and FSMA protocols. We apply specific procedures for cleaning and sanitizing equipment between production runs, separating processing lines, training staff continuously and performing laboratory checks to minimize the risk of cross-contamination.

Because our facility also produces other foods containing allergens such as sesame, milk, soy, mustard and pine nuts, we provide the "May contain" statement on our labels. It gives anyone with allergies or intolerances the information to make an informed choice — a cautious approach we believe is the right thing to do, even when the actual risk is minimal.

Each single-serving bag of savory Dorellini contains 180 calories — a balanced amount for a snack that lets you treat yourself without going overboard. It's a thoughtfully sized portion: enough to satisfy, never so much as to weigh you down.

Yes. Thanks to the simplicity of the ingredients, the absence of preservatives, colorings and additives, and the balanced, not overly salty taste, Dorellini are suitable for the whole family, from kids to adults.

Yes, Dorellini are suitable for both vegetarians and vegans: they contain only plant-based ingredients — wheat flour, white wine, high-oleic sunflower oil, sea salt, extra virgin olive oil.

Yes, Dorellini contain allergens, and the composition may vary by flavor: each recipe in our range has its own ingredients and therefore its own allergen profile. For this reason we always recommend reading the label on the package carefully before eating. On the label you'll find:

• The complete list of ingredients, with allergens highlighted in bold as the law requires.
• The "Contains" section, which declares allergens present as ingredients.
• The "May contain" section, which flags possible traces of allergens due to processing in the same facility.

If you have confirmed allergies or intolerances, check the label of each specific package you buy, even if you've already had other Dorellini flavors. It's a small extra step that makes a real difference to your safety.

No, Dorellini contain gluten, as they are made with wheat flour.

Dorellini are packaged in high-barrier single-serving bags, gathered inside a sturdy outer box. Each bag is made with an aluminized inner film — a technical solution that makes a real difference to the final quality.

The aluminized film does three essential things:

• Blocks light, which over time alters the oils and reduces fragrance.
• Creates an oxygen barrier, slowing the natural oxidation of fats and preserving flavor.
• Protects against moisture, keeping the signature crispness until the moment you open the bag.

Thanks to this, the Dorellino you open today has the same fragrance, crispness and aroma as the moment it came out of the oven — quality kept without preservatives.

Our package is designed as a multipack of 36 single-serving bags, so it can accompany you for over a month at a pace of one snack a day. It's a format made for sharing and for family enjoyment. The individual bags aren't intended for separate sale: they are the serving size within the main package.

It means the package contains 30 standard bags plus 6 extra bags free, for a total of 36 — a little extra for those who choose Dorellini.

The natural shelf life depends on the recipe: savory Dorellini, 12 months from the production date; sweet Dorellini, 18 months. Once at home, store them in a cool, dry place, away from direct light and heat. Once you open a single-serving bag, enjoy it right away for maximum fragrance.

Yes — and we built our supply chain specifically for this. Many taralli imported from Italy reach the market already in the second half of their shelf life, which costs them fragrance and flavor. Ours don't, because we work just-in-time: production is continuous and scheduled on actual orders, not to fill warehouses. Counting the roughly 45 days of logistics and transit from Italy, Dorellini reach the shelf in about 60 days from production — which means that when the product reaches you, at least 4–5 months of optimal shelf life remain. The fragrance you find when you open the bag is the same as a tarallo just out of the oven.

Yes, and we understand the concern — it's one of the most common problems with taralli sold online: many are shipped in simple plastic bags, with no real protection, and arrive broken, crumbled, or reduced to powder. We've taken a different approach, because the product should reach you exactly as it left the oven:

• Every Dorellino is protected by its single-serving, high-barrier bag with an aluminized inner film that shields it from light, air and moisture.
• The bags are gathered inside a robust, well-structured outer box, built to withstand transport.
• The box is engineered to arrive intact, keeping both the packaging and the fragrance fully preserved.

If despite all this your package ever arrives damaged, contact the seller or our customer service right away: we'll take care of it personally, with a return or a replacement.

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We believe the true balance of a product lies in the relationship between honest quality and a fair price. That's why we work to give the best without excess, focusing on volume and on the satisfaction of those who choose us, rather than on the margin of each single package.

One thing we want to share openly: Dorellini are an authentically Italian product, imported directly from Puglia. They aren't made in the United States, which means behind every package there's a journey of overseas shipping, customs, logistics and distribution — a journey that has an impact on the final price.

Behind every Dorellino there are choices we're proud of:

• Selected ingredients: Italian wheat, extra virgin olive oil, non-GMO high-oleic sunflower oil.
• No palm oil, no preservatives, no industrial shortcuts.
• Italian production in Puglia, with processing times that respect the recipe.
• Single-serving packaging with high-barrier aluminized film, to guarantee freshness until you open the bag.
• Just-in-time logistics from Italy, to bring you a product that's always fresh, with at least 4–5 months of optimal shelf life ahead.

The result is an honest, consistently high-quality, authentically Italian product. For us, the right price is the one that recognizes the real substance of a product: ingredients, tradition, care, and the journey it takes to reach your hands.

Taste is deeply personal: everyone has their own preferences, memories and habits, and it's natural for different people to experience a product differently. That said, Dorellini have a very high customer satisfaction rate: those who try them keep choosing them.

On returns, an important point: because Dorellini are a food product, by law we cannot accept returns of packages bought for reasons of personal taste. This is a regulation that protects food safety, and it applies to every producer in the industry.

It's a completely different matter if the product arrives damaged, the package is defective, or there's a quality anomaly: in those cases, contact the seller on the platform or store where you bought it, or write to us directly. We'll take care of finding the best solution together — from return to replacement.

You can visit our website www.dorellini.com or follow us on our official channels:

• Instagram: @dorellini
• TikTok: @dorellini

On the package you'll also find a QR code that takes you straight to the video "See How We Make Dorellini" — a behind-the-scenes look at our production, to see for yourself how Dorellini are made.

For any question, suggestion or issue, you can reach us directly:

Unibrands Direct of America, LLC
10300 SW 72 St, Suite #420
Miami, FL 33173, USA

Or write to us through the contact form on www.dorellini.com.