A "pandemic pivot" born out of necessity turned into a whole new business, Beehive Bagels. Beehive Bagels delivers real American bagels in Rome and throughout Italy. Owners Steve Brenner and Linda Martinez started delivering their homemade New York-style inspired bagels all over the Eternal City during Covid when American ex-pats were craving a taste of home. Almost 2 years later they're still making bagels for customers in Rome, plus online orders throughout Italy.

Some say the bagel originated from the Tarallo in Puglia. Listen to find out why!