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The Last Room by Williamaye Jones beside almond cantucci wrapped in wax paper and tied with red string on a kitchen counter.
October 6, 2026

Twice Baked: The History of Biscotti and Tuscan Cantucci

Biscotti means “twice-cooked.” From Roman marching rations to a Prato baker’s 1858 shop, here’s how Tuscany’s cantucci came to be, and why Benna welcomes every guest with one.

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Williamaye Jones is a novelist, traveler, reader, and host of Lust Through the Ages. Her work explores historical power, women’s interior lives, and the enduring influence of story.

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