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Sweet Apulian Traditions

Freshly made Easter eggs at Pasticceria Barese in Molfetta, Italy, on April 1, 2026. Scarcelle, also known as scarcedde, are traditional Easter pastries from Puglia, prepared during Holy Week using a simple shortcrust pastry made of flour, eggs, sugar, and oil, with hard-boiled eggs symbolizing rebirth. These pastries are often decorated with icing and colorful sprinkles, taking on traditional shapes such as doves, bunnies, hearts, or the classic doughnut, representing an ancient peasant tradition of abundance. (Photo by Davide Pischettola/NurPhoto)

Photo ID	#13526020
Date Taken	1 April 2026
Location	N/A
Photographer	Davide Pischettola/NurPhoto
Category	Human Interest
Copyright	© 2026 NurPhoto - Davide Pischettola/NurPhoto

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