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Planning lunches is one of many tasks that parents must tackle during the school year. Trying to get kids up, cleaned, dressed, and out the door on time is not easy. By the time you finish breakfast, you may not have the time or energy to prepare lunch. Luckily, preparing a nutritious lunch only takes a few minutes. For example, consider packing a brown bag lunch with a sandwich and a side dish. You can stack...
If you’ve ever been to a Pittsburgh Pirate’s game, you may have wondered why baseball stadiums serve the classic staples they do throughout the park's concession stands. Of course, we're talking about delicious snacks such as hotdogs, peanuts, and crackerjacks (just like the song says)! The History of the Hotdog The hotdog dates back to the 15th century when the “frankfurter” was created in (you guessed it) Frankfurt. For a while, it was simply a sausage. Sometime...
Is there ever a wrong time for pizza? The real answer is no. Pizza tastes great all-year round. However, who wants to heat up their oven to over 400 degrees on a hot summer day? Keep the heat outside this summer and throw your pizza on the grill! And besides, grills have the ability to mimic that wood-fired oven taste more than your conventional indoor oven can do. We’re happy to share how with you how...
The weather is finally warming up, and we hope it stays that way. It’s time to spend more time outside being active, enjoying the sun, going on picnics, and one of our favorite activities—grilling! We believe that any nice day is a great day to fire up the grill, but in case you need an excuse, there are multiple holidays in May that call for a celebratory cookout. Did you know that May 16th is National...
Popularized in Old World Europe, hearth bread uses traditional baking methods to produce a delicious, yet unique loaf of bread each time. At Cellone’s, we make both hearth baked bread and pan baked bread. Gary Cellone, partner at Cellone’s Bakery, describes the difference as this: “authentic hearth baked bread is baked on the hearth of the oven with no pan, which gives it an irregular shape, while pan bread is made in a pan.” Since...
When you’re hungry, sometimes a sandwich can be exactly what you need. From the heartiness of the bread, to the protein and delicious toppings in-between, it’s no wonder why sandwiches are one of the most popular lunch choices today. It’s hard to imagine a life without sandwiches, but their popularity wasn’t always so present. According to history, the sandwich we know and love today was created in 1762 in England. Most food historians agree that the...
Over the last 10 years, national and international companies have taken over many local and regional bakeries. Not us, Cellone’s Bread Co. remains family owned and operated in Southwestern Pennsylvania. So, what are the benefits of buying local? Many of us do it, and we’ve heard that it helps our communities but what does it actually mean? When you buy local, your money stays local, and it strengthens the local economy and community in significant ways. Buying local...
There are so many events to look forward to in early fall…tailgating, Oktoberfest, autumn leaves, going back to school, and the good old-fashioned picnic! Hearty breads and rolls from Cellone’s are the foundation to a perfect sandwich. Our Hearth-baked Rolls layered with ham or chicken make delicious little sandwiches for kids’ lunchboxes. For the perfect autumn picnic, bring a loaf of hard crust Italian bread with you – slice it and spread it with a pesto...
Grilling season is in full swing and Cellone’s hamburger and Kaiser buns are the perfect foundation for a great burger - The next time you grill, try these hamburger ideas (and yes we have a veggie option) to add some fun to your evening. THE HAWAIIAN: Grill 8oz burger and top with a grilled slice of fresh pineapple, smoked ham and fresh baby spinach (the pineapple acts as a sauce) THE CARAMELIZED RED ONION: Grill 8...
During the holidays, members of the Cellone family get together to tell stories of past years, remember our history and enjoy each other’s company. With three generations currently working and managing the bakery there is no shortage of memories. The third generation vaguely remembers the founders who in 1911 bought a small house in Bridgeville, PA. The two brothers, Raffaele and Antonio, emigrated from Torino, Italy with less than $50 dollars between the two of...