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We specialize in classic Italian rustic wine cookies and salt and pepper bread sticks.

Perfect on a charcuterie board, along side comfort food, with a glass of wine or beer, a cup of coffee or tea, and as an accent to an already delicious dessert.

We eat them right out of the bag, snack food style, too 💕🥰

Small batch, artisan bakery!

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We craft each batch with hand-rolled care, using only the finest organic ingredients.

 

Every ingredient, from certified organic flour to extra virgin olive oil, cacao, black pepper, and fennel, is thoughtfully selected.

 

Our culinary lavender is harvested by Rhumb Line Vineyards in Willcox, AZ, using only the flower for a more subtle natural flavor.

 

With filtered water and pure Himalayan salt, our recipes reflect our passion for artisanal quality.

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Carmella was the matriarch of our Guidarelli family and lived to be 101 beautiful years old. 'Gramma' and I had a bond that was incredibly strong. She was everything to me. 

 

Carmella's joy and passion in life was cooking and feeding her family. I loved watching her in the kitchen and I soaked in every authentic recipe she taught me.

 

When I got married and started my own family, I realized I wanted to be the one to carry on Gramma’s Italian traditions. 

 

Wine Cookies and Salt & Pepper Sticks were family favorites and I have made these two delicious treats for many friends and loved ones over the past 25 years. 

 

Carmella’s Joy was finally created in 2023 to bring these authentic rustic Italian recipes to the public and to honor the joy and happiness from which they are so deeply rooted.

Every one of our treats is handmade with dedication, love, and tradition.

💕 Deborah
Founder of Carmella's Joy

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Rustic Charm,Old World Italian Style
Inspired by love 

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Salt & Pepper Sticks

This classic Italian breadstick pairs with charcuterie, wine, beer, you name it. A balance of selected yeast, extra virgin olive oil, Himalayan salt, fennel seeds and black pepper, these light up your palate with a little "kick!"

Your Indulgence...

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The Original

Our original, decadent Italian wine cookie carries hints of white wine, extra virgin olive oil, Himalayan salt ... and lots of joy! 

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Delicate Chocolate

Delicately balanced Original flavors greet you followed by the emergence of exquisite cacao mid-palate to finish. Pair with your favorite red or to elevate a dessert.

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Subtle Lavender

Indulge in the delicate allure of handcrafted bliss with our artisan lavender wine cookies. Each bite is a symphony of floral lavender notes that float above white wine, extra virgin olive oil, Himalayan. A delightful luxury.

3 bag minimum purchase

Choose one of our trios or build your own !

Note! As a Cottage Bakery we can only ship within Arizona at this time!

If you don't live in Arizona, you can visit one of our incredible Purveryors!

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