Bona Furtuna Erbe di Sicilia
Bona Furtuna’s Erbe di Sicilia is a fragrant combination of rosemary, thyme, oregano and mint—all cultivated in sun-dappled Sicily by a master botanist on the family’s organic farm. The aromatic notes of rosemary and thyme pair gently with earthy oregano and sweet mint, flexible flavors that complement chicken, white fish, pork and vegetables, just as well as soups, stews, flatbreads and dips like whipped feta. Though just a few basic ingredients, the freshness of each herb really sets this blend apart from others like it.
Mutti Tomato Ketchup
Most ketchup is watered-down and overly sweet from corn syrup. Not so with Mutti's product, which has a full tomato taste because it's made from concentrated tomato paste instead of puree. The ketchup also has a wonderful balance of flavors: robust and savory with a touch of spice. We like that Mutti makes this condiment with wine vinegar, which adds dimension and offsets tomatoes' ripe sweetness.
Mutti Tomato Vinegar
Similar to red wine vinegar but slightly less sharp, Mutti's Tomato Vinegar has a sweet-savory balance and smooth quality reminiscent of balsamic, with an intense sun-dried tomato aroma. It's not too acidic but rather balanced by caramelized sweetness and an earthy umami depth. This complex vinegar enhances raw tomato recipes and can be used in simple applications. We like to drizzle some on caprese salads or toss it in pasta salad, with feta or goat cheese as a creamy counterpoint.
Acetaia Leonardi Silver Medal Balsamic Vinegar
While Leonardi’s Gold Medal Balsamic Vinegar is one that we use sparingly, we use this high quality, well-priced Silver Medal version for everyday use. With its bold, sweet, tart and heady flavor, it will elevate any dish. And unlike many other balsamics, the viscosity that this vinegar offers allows it to coat and cling to foods better than lower-quality varieties. It has a strong grape must flavor that is instantly recognizable as good balsamic vinegar. Plus, it comes in a pretty bottle housed in a lovely sleeve that makes it gift-worthy for your favorite cook.
Masseria Mirogallo Hand-Peeled Tomatoes
Produced by the Belfiore family in the province of Matera (one of Italy’s oldest towns), these hand-peeled tomatoes are stunningly packaged and taste terrific—sweet, fruity, bright and bold.
Il Colle Del Gusto Sicilian Pistachio Spread
Made from Sicilian pistachios and extra-virgin olive oil, Pistacchiosa is a creamy, aromatic spread you will want to put on all your desserts and, yes, eat straight out of the jar.
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