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The Ultimate List of the Best Pepperoni Rolls You HAVE to Try

By Candace Nelson

The pepperoni roll is a beloved snack that originated in West Virginia, capturing the hearts (and taste buds) of locals and visitors alike. Created in the 1920s with influence from Italian immigrants who worked in coal mines, pepperoni rolls were a convenient, shelf-stable meal that could be eaten on the…

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Mountain Slices: Pizza in West Virginia

By Candace Nelson

In West Virginia, pizza isn’t just a food—it’s a love letter to the state’s rich Italian heritage, with pizzerias rivaling some of the best in the country. During the early 20th century, Italians immigrated to the Mountain State in search of employment in the coal mines. With them came family…

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The Ultimate List of the Best Pepperoni Rolls You HAVE to Try

By Candace Nelson

The pepperoni roll is a beloved snack that originated in West Virginia, capturing the hearts (and taste buds) of locals and visitors alike. Created in the 1920s with influence from Italian immigrants who worked in coal mines, pepperoni rolls were a convenient, shelf-stable meal that could be eaten on the…

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Mountain Slices: Pizza in West Virginia

By Candace Nelson

In West Virginia, pizza isn’t just a food—it’s a love letter to the state’s rich Italian heritage, with pizzerias rivaling some of the best in the country. During the early 20th century, Italians immigrated to the Mountain State in search of employment in the coal mines. With them came family…

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