Hammonton's famous blueberry cannoli started with one sweet idea

Tuesday, July 14, 2026 11:46AM ET
Hammonton, N.J. -- What started as a blueberry-inspired idea at Hammonton's annual Blueberry Festival has grown into one of the town's sweetest success stories. Mannino's Cannoli Express was born after owner Gabriella Mannino Tomasello introduced a blueberry cannoli to festivalgoers at just 16-years-old and sold out within minutes.

Today, the downtown Hammonton shop is known for its fresh-filled cannoli, imported Sicilian shells, homemade creams, gelato, espresso drinks, and strong ties to the community. Using local blueberries during the summer months, Mannino's continues to blend Italian tradition with South Jersey flavor, serving customers who feel more like family.

Manninos Cannoli Express
220 Bellevue Ave, Hammonton, NJ 08037
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