Calzone
noun
A calzone is a baked Italian dish that consists of a dough filled with ingredients such as cheese and meats and then folded over.
I ordered a pepperoni calzone for lunch.
Often appears as...
- pizza
- sauce
Usage tips
Neutral
Italian dish, stuffed pastry, savory pastry
noun
A calzone is a baked Italian dish that consists of a dough filled with ingredients such as cheese and meats and then folded over.
I ordered a pepperoni calzone for lunch.
Often appears as...
- pizza
- sauce
Usage tips
Neutral
Italian dish, stuffed pastry, savory pastry
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Context
Calzone is often enjoyed in Italian restaurants.
When ordering, specify the filling you like.
Pro Tip 2/3Culinary
Recognition of the calzone can vary by region.
In some places, it may be mistaken for a pizza.
Pro Tip 3/3Cultural
Calzones are popular as street food in Italy.
They can also be homemade and customized.
Pro Tip 1/3Context
Calzone is often enjoyed in Italian restaurants.
When ordering, specify the filling you like.
Pro Tip 2/3Culinary
Recognition of the calzone can vary by region.
In some places, it may be mistaken for a pizza.
Pro Tip 3/3Cultural
Calzones are popular as street food in Italy.
They can also be homemade and customized.
Pro Tip 1/3Context
Calzone is often enjoyed in Italian restaurants.
When ordering, specify the filling you like.
Pro Tip 2/3Culinary
Recognition of the calzone can vary by region.
In some places, it may be mistaken for a pizza.
Pro Tip 3/3Cultural
Calzones are popular as street food in Italy.
They can also be homemade and customized.
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