THECarnival, with its masks, confetti, streams, is one of the most loved and colorful holidays of the year. Carnival, however,, It is also a period of traditional irresistible sweetslike The chatter and fried tortellito say those perhaps known. And it is precisely on the desserts that fans have had a bitter surprise: unfortunately, this year, These delicacies cost much more.
Carnival desserts: dear price goodness
To report it, a recent survey conducted by Altroconsumo, from which it emerged that The prices of typical carnival sweets have increased significantly in recent yearsmaking this sweet celebration a little less “sweet” for those who celebrate.
Chat and tortelli, almost 30 euros per kilo
The research analyzed the prices of 49 points of sale Between bakeries, pastry shops and supermarkets in Rome and Milan and revealed that chatteralso known as frappe or lies, depending on the regions, have an average cost of 28.80 euros per kilothat is, a price, which compared to the previous year, increased by 5%. The other typical desserts, Fried tortellihave an average cost per kilo that is around 30 euros. Also in this case, the data show an increase in prices, This time, however, 7% compared to the previous year. However, despite the increases, chatter and tortelli will remain the undisputed protagonists on the tables of the Italians during the Carnival holidays.
Chatter are a typical carnival dessert. Prices this year, however, are very popular (Getty Images)
Where it is better to buy
The search for Altroconsumo also analyzed where it is more convenient to buy carnival desserts and, of course, found that Contacting large retailers is the most effective way to save money. In supermarkets and hypermarkets, The price of the chatter is about a third compared to that of the bakeries and a quarter compared to the pastry shops. In supermarkets, in fact, the cost of chatter varies from 6.36 euros per kilo to 12.76 euros per kilo.
Up to 60 euros per kilo in bakeries and pastry shops
Moving in the bakeries, Prices range between 13 euros and 55 euros per kiloWhile In pastry shops, the price can reach up to 60 euros per kilo. Tortelli also follow a similar trend: the price in supermarkets is about half of that of the bakeries and pastry shops. In the large -scale distribution points, The cost varies from 9.40 euros to 22.60 euros per kilowhile in the bakeries and pastry shops the prices start From 18 euros per kilo and can reach up to 55 euros per kilo.
Fried tortelli are the other typical carnival dessert (Getty)
Chat or tortelli?
The consumer protection association, He also interviewed 800 members of the ACMAKERS Communitya platform that allows members to participate in products of products, investigations and other activities, to know their preferences in terms of carnival desserts. Among the interviewees, 90% said he will eat the chatterthe rest are divided between the tortelli stuffed with the cream and those without filling. Half of consumers then declared that He will prepare carnival desserts in the housewhile about a third said that he will buy them: who in bakeries and pastry shops, who in supermarkets, even if three out of four interviewees they believe that large retailers products are less good. There is, however, who, a very small minority, even find them better.
A carnival for rich
The carnival, despite the increases, remains a beloved party. A party certainly for children, but who still conquers many adults. Tomorrow 27 February, it will be fat on Thursdayon the day the beginning of the culminating week of the carnival. Traditionally, it is a day of abundance and celebration, before the beginning of Lentthe period of 40 days of fasting and penance that precedes Easter in the Christian calendar. Lent begins on Ash Wednesday, or The day after the Grasso Tuesdaylast day of carnival, which falls, this year on March 4th. Characterized by fashion shows, masked dances and abundant banquets, this day represents the last chance to celebrate and indulge in different delicacies.
Because they are called “fats”
The adjective “fat” that accompanies both Thursdays and Tuesdays, derives from the tradition of consuming large quantities of food in these daysespecially rich and fatty foods, before the beginning of the Lent fasting. In fact, people take advantage to consume meat, desserts and other specialties that will be prohibited or limited in the following 40 days.
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