The cannoli, a staple Sicilian dessert is a Boston favorite - but it needs to be enjoyed quickly for the best taste.

Over the centuries, cannoli have evolved into a crunchy pastry shell traditionally stuffed with a mixture of ricotta, powdered sugar, and typically a main flavoring like cinnamon or citrus fruits.

1716 Chestnut Street. Sarcone’s is best known for their exemplary tomato pie, but they also do very good cannoli in a tightly folded, thin shell, stuffed with chocolate-chip-stuffed filling.