Thanks for an interesting read about Italian bakeries! I do feel compelled to point out, though, that an "Italian bakery" is a very specific, regional thing eas

Thanks for an interesting read about Italian bakeries! I do feel compelled to point out, though, that an "Italian bakery" is a very specific, regional thing easily recognized by the readers of this local newspaper. If the term were a little more honest it would be called an "Italian American" bakery, and as a visitor and native Italian you would find quite a bit more to take issue with than the selection! What is undeniable though, is how delicious and truly special the cookies are at a good Italian bakery. Some of the best things I've ever eaten are from Gencarelli's Bakery in Bloomfield NJ.