Culinary Dictionary: Spumini
Spumini, which comes from the Italian “spuma” (foam) and translates as “little foams,” are crunchy meringues shaped into fluffy peaks. They look glossy and have a sandy, crumbly texture.
Culinary Dictionary: Brutti ma Buoni
Brutti ma Buoni, which means “ugly but good,” are traditional Tuscan cookies made with crushed almonds, egg whites, and sugar. They are unevenly shaped and coarsely textured.