Ferrarese Ciambella (Brazadèla)

The Ferrarese Ciambella, known in dialect as Brazadèla, is one of the most ancient and symbolic desserts of Ferrara's food tradition.

It is a dry and rustic dessert that smells like lemon and that for centuries has been on Ferrara's kitchen tables in every season, both in the city and in the countryside.
The name "Brazadela" is used because it was served with right hand - "braz" in dialect - , while left hand served wine, as a sign of hospitality and conviviality.
The first proof of this recipe dates back to 1250, when the brazadèla was prepared on special occasions. It was a rich and nourishing dessert, with simple ingredients but full of meaning: a food for celebrations for times when elaborate desserts or chocolate were not for everyone.

Today Ferrarese Ciambella is still loved for its authenticity and versatility: perfect to enjoy by itself or, as tradition says, dipped in local wines, such as Reno, Fortana del Bosco Eliceo or Vin Santo.