Our grissini from Turin are a true artisan excellence: crispy, fragrant, and irresistible, made with carefully selected ingredients to offer you an authentic taste and uncompromising quality.

The History of the Grissino from Turin: A Tradition That Lives On with Barbero

The grissino from Turin is one of the most authentic symbols of Piedmontese culinary tradition. Its origins date back to the 17th century when it was created at the court of the Savoy for young Duke Vittorio Amedeo II, as advised by the court physician who deemed it a more digestible food than regular bread. It was then that the bakers of Turin created a unique product: crunchy, light, and with a distinctive taste.

Since then, the grissino from Turin has become an icon of Piedmontese cuisine, spreading well beyond regional borders and becoming a staple on Italian and international tables. There are two main varieties: the “rubatà,” thicker and denser in shape, and the “stirato,” thinner and longer, born from the craftsmanship of Turin’s bakers.

Today, the tradition of the grissino from Turin continues to live on thanks to companies like Delizie Bakery, which with its Barbero brand – also known by the historic name of Messer Brunero – passionately and skillfully continues to produce grissini according to the original recipes. The careful selection of raw materials and the respect for traditional methods result in a product that preserves the taste and crispness typical of the past.

Thanks to this commitment, Barbero remains a point of reference for those who wish to taste the true grissino from Turin, a symbol of a centuries-old history that continues to delight palates around the world.