Frequently Asked Questions

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 production happens in Puglia, from the dough to the baking and the packaging, starting from Italian wheat flour. We're proud to state it on the box: "From Puglia · Since 1927".

Dorellini come from the Puglian 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.

Authentic, for us, means the recipe: the same Puglian recipe our family has followed since 1927, step by step, the same ingredients, the same slow baking. Production today uses modern ovens and machinery, but nothing about the recipe has changed. That's the promise on every bag.

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 crisp and crumbly. 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 extra virgin olive oil and a subtle hint of sea salt. Enjoy them one bite at a time.

No. We use sea salt to bring out the wheat, the wine and the oils, not to dominate them. For sodium per serving, check the nutrition label on the outer box.

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. Even so, 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. At the same time, 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.

Savory Dorellini follow one family recipe from Puglia: real ingredients, made entirely in Puglia, palm oil free, no added preservatives, Non-GMO. As for when: there's no rule. A break at the office, an after-school snack, an aperitivo with cheese and a glass of wine, or an open box shared with friends. Visit Why Dorellini for more serving ideas.

Yes. Dorellini are made in Italy, in Puglia: the traditional recipe, the dough, the baking and the packaging all happen there, starting from Italian wheat flour. Every ingredient is selected for quality.

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 selected Non-GMO variety, naturally rich in oleic acid just like extra virgin olive oil, gives the dough the right crumbly texture and an even bake. Savory Dorellini contain no added 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 with a single oil, others with a blend: both belong to Italian tradition. For Dorellini we chose a blend because it gives the crisp, crumbly bite that defines the product, while keeping the aroma and character of extra virgin olive oil. It's a choice of technique and taste.

No. Savory Dorellini are palm oil free, as stated on the package: their fats are extra virgin olive oil and high-oleic sunflower oil.

No. Savory Dorellini contain no added preservatives and no artificial flavors. Their shelf life comes from the ingredients, oven baking, and packaging designed to protect freshness.

Yes. Savory Dorellini are Non-GMO, including the high-oleic sunflower variety used for the oil, which is obtained through traditional selection methods.

White wine is a traditional ingredient in Puglian taralli: it makes the dough crumbly and aromatic. The alcohol evaporates during baking, leaving its aroma.

Sulfites come from the white wine used in the dough and are declared on the label, as the law requires. If you are sensitive to sulfites, please read the label before consuming.

Yes. Dorellini are made in Italy and sold in the United States, so they are produced under European food safety rules and comply with U.S. requirements for imported foods, including FSMA. The facility works under a HACCP plan, from raw materials to the finished pack.

Yes. Our facility is FDA-registered and complies with the FSMA (Food Safety Modernization Act) requirements for food sold in the United States.

Our facility holds HACCP, BRC and IFS certifications. HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points) identifies and controls hazards at every stage of production; BRC and IFS are international food safety and quality standards recognized by retailers worldwide. The facility is also FDA-registered and complies with FSMA requirements for foods imported into the United States.

Our facility holds HACCP, BRC and IFS certifications, which independent certification bodies audit periodically. It is also FDA-registered and complies with FSMA requirements.

The Lot No. identifies the production batch; the Best If Used By date tells you until when the product keeps its quality. Include the Lot No. when you contact us about a product.

All savory Dorellini contain wheat and sulfites from the white wine. Sesame Seeds and Tomato & Mediterranean Herbs also contain sesame. Savory Dorellini may contain sesame, pine nuts, milk, soy and mustard through cross-contact. Read the ingredient and allergen information on the outer box before eating.

Each single-serving bag of savory Dorellini contains 180 calories. It is a thoughtfully sized portion: enough for a satisfying snack without turning a break into a full meal.

Yes. Thanks to the simple ingredient list, no added preservatives, no artificial flavors, and a balanced, not overly salty taste, savory Dorellini are suitable for the whole family. They are Vegan and contain wheat and sulfites from the white wine; the alcohol evaporates completely during baking, leaving its aroma. The full allergen list is on the outer box.

Yes. Savory Dorellini are Vegan and contain only plant-based ingredients: wheat flour, white wine, high-oleic sunflower oil, sea salt, extra virgin olive oil, and each flavor's seasonings. The complete ingredient and allergen list is on the outer box and on each product page.

Yes. All savory Dorellini contain wheat and sulfites from the white wine. Sesame Seeds and Tomato & Mediterranean Herbs also contain sesame. All flavors may contain sesame, pine nuts, milk, soy and mustard through cross-contact in the facility. Always read the ingredient and allergen information on the outer box of the flavor you buy, even if you have had other Dorellini flavors before.

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

Savory Dorellini come in single-serving bags with an aluminized inner film that helps protect aroma and crunch, packed inside a sturdy cardboard box. Store the box in a cool, dry place, away from light and heat, and follow the Best If Used By date. Savory Dorellini contain no added 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 for this: Dorellini reach the shelf about a month after baking. Savory Dorellini have a 12-month shelf life, sweet Dorellini 18 months. Check the Best If Used By date on the box and store the bags in a cool, dry place, away from light and heat.

Savory Dorellini are packed in sealed single-serving bags, 36 of them inside a sturdy cardboard box, which helps protect them during shipping. If your order arrives damaged, email ciao@dorellini.com with your order number and photos if you can, and we will sort it out.

Subscribe & Save lets you receive Dorellini on a schedule you choose, without reordering each time. The discount is based on box quantity from the first delivery: 5% for one box, 10% for two, and 15% for three or more. Choose from six delivery frequencies. From your account, you can change flavors, frequency, or quantity, skip a delivery, pause, or cancel anytime, with no email or phone call. You are charged on each renewal date, as each box is prepared to ship, never before. Shipping is free on every order, including one-time purchases.

Our savory Dorellini are made in Puglia with simple, high-quality ingredients: Italian wheat flour, white wine, high-oleic sunflower oil, sea salt and extra virgin olive oil. They are oven-baked, not fried, Non-GMO and palm oil free, with no added preservatives or artificial flavors. Each box contains 36 individually sealed snack bags, including 6 extra bags free. The price reflects the ingredients, production, packaging and distribution from Italy through our US warehouse. Once in the US, orders ship free from our warehouse within 24 hours and arrive in 2 to 5 business days, depending on where you live.

Taste is deeply personal: everyone has their own preferences, memories, and habits, and it is natural for different people to experience a product differently. Because Dorellini are a food product, we cannot accept returns for reasons of personal taste. It is different if the product arrives damaged, the package is defective, or there is a quality issue. In those cases, contact the seller where you bought it or email ciao@dorellini.com. Include your order details, flavor, Lot No., Best If Used By date, and photos when possible, and we will help find the appropriate solution.

On the package you'll 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, email ciao@dorellini.com or use the contact form at dorellini.com. For order questions, include your order number. You can also write to Unibrands Direct of America, LLC, 10300 SW 72nd St, Suite 425, Miami, FL 33173, USA.