Morgenster Estate Extra Virgin Olive Oil 2020
Estate grown, pressed and bottled in Stellenbosch, the acclaimed wine and olive growing region outside of Capetown, South Africa, this is southern hemisphere perfection. Each of the 17 Italian olive varietals are handpicked, pressed and stored separately in stainless steel tanks. The oil is allowed to settle longer than other oils, enabling the sediment to separate naturally before it’s siphoned off (without the need for a filtration system). Less sediment improves the quality of the oil and extends the shelf life. The terroir of Stellenbosch is perfect for producing high quality olive oil. The rain runs off of the rocky soil quickly, meaning no excess water ends up in the fruit (less water, of course, leading to higher anti-oxidants). The coastal location offers consistent, cool sea breezes that slow the ripening process, giving the olives more time to develop. This oil offers a yearly consistent flavor profile, intensely fruity with tastes of artichokes, green apples and almonds followed by a long, peppery finish.
$27.50 the 500ml bottle
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Olio Extra Vergine di Oliva Isole e Olena
Paolo de Marchi’s estate is located on the western grade of the Chianti Classico plateau. The olive trees, of which Paolo speaks with as much passion as his wine, are privy to limestone soils and a cooler, windy exposure. The Isole e Olena olive oil is a blend of the Frantoio, Moraiolo and Leccino varietals and makes an excellent finishing oil.
$29.99 the 500ml bottle
Aceto Balsamico di Modena 1 Silver Medal Medaglia d’Argento Giuseppe Giusti
Characterized by a rich perfume and an agreeable and rounded balsamic acidity, the «Medaglia d’Argento» is an aromatic balsamic vinegar which, with its intensity, enhances the flavors of any dish. This balsamic vinegar can be used fresh or can be heated in cooking preparations. Aged in French oak barrels from the 1900s with the addition of aged balsamic vinegar extracted from centuries old casks
$20.00 the 250ml bottle
Aceto Balsamico di Modena 2 Gold Medals Il Classico Giuseppe Giusti
A classic of the Giusti family, Il Classico is a versatile balsamico to be used fresh or heated in cooking preparations. The good density and optimal balance between sweet and sour is characterized by overtones of mature fruits, licorice and black pepper. Aged in oak barrels with the addition of aged balsamic vinegar extracted from centuries old casks. Serving suggestions: vegetables, raw meats, egg, fish and white meat.
$25.00 the 250ml bottle
Aceto Balsamico di Modena 3 Gold Medals Riccardo Giusti Giuseppe Giusti
Dedicated to Riccardo Giusti, the ancestor who created the recipe at the beginning of the 20th century, this balsamic is obtained from sweet, sundried grapes. The aromas and flavors of plum jam and red fruits intertwine with hints of honey and vanilla in a considerably dense and sweet balsamic. It is perfect as a fresh dressing for various savory or sweet dishes.
$40.00 the 250ml bottle
Aceto Balsamico di Modena 4 Gold Medals Quarto Centenario Giuseppe Giusti
The «Quarto Centenario» celebrates the 400 years of the Giusti family production. In series of antique small casks, dating back to the 1800s and extracted once a year in limited quantities, this long aged balsamico has a deeply aromatic flavor, with scents of ripe fruits and suggestion of tobacco, roasted coffee and wood.
$67.50 the 250ml bottle
Aceto Balsamico di Modena 5 Gold Medals Banda Rosssa Giuseppe Giusti
The ultimate pride and expression of the art of Giusti vinegars, the «Banda Rossa» was the personal gift from Uncle Giuseppe to family members. Aged in series of antique small casks, dating back to the 1700s and extracted in limited quantities once a year, this Balsamic is of robust body and concentration and is distinguished by its extraordinary complexity and rich bouquet with notes of plum, black cherries and sweet spices and infused with the fragrance of the ancient wood in which it was left to age; long and lasting in flavor.
$100.00 the 250ml bottle
Edmond Fallot Burgundy Wine Vinegar
Edmond Fallot perfected the recipe for this Burgundy White Wine Vinegar decades ago. It provides a tangy touch to dressing, sauce, and pickling recipes alike. The uses are endless and it will quickly become a favorite item in your kitchen.
$6.00 the 250ml bottle
Vinaigre de Vin Red Wine Vinegar Pommery
This red wine vinegar is a product of carefully selected wines, developed for an extended period in oak and tanks. After full maturity into a subtle bouquet and flavor, it is bottled in attractive stonewear and secured with a natural cork under wax seal. With no detail overlooked this is a quality addition to the epicurean gift basket, and likewise, your home pantry.
$13.75 the 500ml bottle
Pasta Pici di Toscana Organic Pastificio Morelli
Pici (also known as
pinci in Montalcino) enjoys a long, ancient history, dating back to the Etruscans. This regional specialty originates from the town of Siena in Tuscany. If you've been to Siena, Montalcino or Montepulciano, chances are you've enjoyed Pici/Pinci. When cooked it has a radius almost that of a standard pencil (cooking time, at almost 20 minutes, is longer than, say, spaghetti but, it is well worth the wait). Serve it with most any sauce or try something more traditional like
pici alle briciole (pici with breadcrumbs) or
pici all'aglione (pici with tomatoes and garlic). Produce of organic durum semolina wheat. Recipes and more information on
Visit Tuscany.
$10.00 the 500g bag
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Pasta di Gragnano IGP Organic Vesuvio Gentile Gragnano Napoli
The Zampino Family, makers of Gentile pasta, are located in the foothills of Mt. Vesuvius. The Vesuvio pasta cut is meant to mimic the shape of the nearby mountain. Pasta di Gragnano achieved the IGP mark in 2010 representing a geographical link of origin, unique character and community respect for production standards.
$8.00 the 500g bag
Pomodorini Gialli 'a Pachetelle Tagliati a Mano Hand Cut In Halves Gentile Gragnano Napoli
Pomodorini Gialli are small, yellow, cherry-like tomatoes with less acidity than their red cousins. They are milder, juicier, and a little sweeter, too. These golden delights are well-suited for pasta dishes with vegetables or fish sauces and, of course, pizza.
$25.00 the 34-ounce (970g) jar
Pomodoro San Marzano dell'Agro Sarnese Nocerino Gentile Gragnano Napoli
San Marzano DOP tomatoes originate from the small town of San Marzano sul Sarno near Napoli, Italia. Gentile's San Marzanos are famous for their sweetness and low acidity, making them ideal accompaniment to meats, cheeses and pasta.
$25.00 the 34-ounce (970g) jar
Pomodorini Con Pomodoro del Piennolo del Vesuvio DOP Gentile Gragnano Napoli
The Pomodorino del Piennolo del Vesuvio DOP is a small, pear shaped, deep red tomato which develops a slightly thick skin — but still delicate enough to bite into — to protect itself from the significant diurnal shift prevalent in the area. The name «piennolo» comes from its meaning "hanging" in Neapolitan dialect, as the tomatoes, if not jarred, were commonly hung up and dried in bunches tied with hemp string. Mamma Maria of Gentile suggests using Piennolo for simple and fragrant sauces.
$25.00 the 34-ounce (970g) jar
Sun Dried Tomatoes in Extra Virgin Olive Oil Al Frantoio di Aldo Armato
Possess the finest tomatoes of Liguria year-round in your pantry. The Armato sun-dried tomatoes are juicy and sizeable, dried first to express their sweet and compelling flavor before they are bathed in olive oil.
$22.50 the 9.9-ounce (280g) jar
Semi-Dried Cherry Tomatoes in Olive Oil Al Frantoio di Aldo Armato
Sweet cherry tomatoes are harvested at the height of summer then given the Armato treatment. Semi-sundried and packed in olive oil, these bite-sized treats are bursting with flavor. They make for a sweet, delicious addition to flatbreads, pizzas, and salads.
$22.50 the 9.9-ounce (280g) jar
Pitted Taggiasca Olives in Extra Virgin Olive Oil Al Frantoio di Aldo Armato
These local Taggiasche olives, from which the pit has been removed, are preserved in the best Armato olive oil. They make for an ideal addition to any cheese plate or for a luxurious puttanesca.
$22.50 the 9.5-ounce (270g) jar
Artichokes in Extra Virgin Olive Oil Al Frantoio di Aldo Armato
Earthy and at once silky and sensual, the artichokes from the Armato family are bathed in their flagship olive oil. A gourmet addition to salads, atop pizzas or with risotto, these artichokes are a cut above the rest.
$22.50 the 9.88-ounce (280g) jar
Rancho Gordo Heirloom Beans Flageolet
We owe a lot to France for developing the Flageolet from what were originally new world beans. You can use Flageolet in many slow-cooked dishes. This mild, creamy bean is famous, and rightly so, for teaming with lamb or even fish, but don't let vegetarian options slip by. Roasted tomatoes and garlic mixed with the cooked, super creamy beans, topped with a drizzle of your very best olive oil. Recipes and more information on
Flageolet Bean at Rancho Gordo. Latin name:
Phaseolus vulgaris. Country of production: USA.
$5.95 the 16-ounce (453g) bag
Rancho Gordo Heirloom Beans French Green Lentils
Small, meaty green lentils famous as a side dish, in stews, soups and salads. West Coast-grown, these lentils are similar to
lentilles du Puy which must be grown in France. Rancho Gordo suggest the West Coast terroir adds to the flavor. Recipes and more information on
French-style Green Lentils at Rancho Gordo. Latin name:
Lens culinaris. Country of production: USA.
$5.95 the 16-ounce (453g) bag
Rancho Gordo Heirloom Beans Classic Cassoulet Bean
West Coast–grown from classic French
Tarbais seed stock. The most famous bean for a traditional cassoulet but versatile enough to become an everyday favorite. Large, white and super-creamy, our Cassoulet Bean is ideally suited to the slow-cooked goodness of a cassoulet. All the various meats and seasonings mingle with the mild but sturdy beans and with a little effort, you have one of the classic dishes of southwest France. Rather than suffer French prices, which can run up to $30 a pound when out of season, we took seed from France and produced this bean with our distinct terroir here in California. Tarbais beans were developed by generations of farmers in Tarbes, France. The original seed is a New World bean and most likely originated in Mexico. Out of respect for the French farmers and terroir, Rancho Gordo call it the Classic Cassoulet Bean. Recipes and more information on
Classic Cassoulet Bean at Rancho Gordo. Latin name:
Phaseolus vulgaris. Country of production: USA.
$6.95 the 16-ounce (453g) bag
Rancho Gordo Black Eyed Peas Super Lucky
All good Southerners and their friends know the secret to a prosperous New Year and beyond is to eat old fashioned Black Eyed Peas on New Year's Day. Cooking new crop peas from Rancho Gordo insures that your years will be tastier, as well. Whether you are a traditionalist and insist on a ham hock or a modern hipster cooking with just some aromatics and sea salt, eating Black Eyed Peas on the first day of the year is one of the best gifts of the south. And frankly, this country can use a little luck this year! Recipes and more information on
Super Lucky Black Eyed Peas at Rancho Gordo. Latin name:
Vigna unguiculata. Country of production: USA.
$5.95 the 16-ounce (453g) bag
Rancho Gordo Classic Cranberry Bean
Cranberry is an odd name for this lovely, versatile bean. Thought to be originally from Colombia, the bean has been bred around the world to become Madeira, Borlotti, Tounges of Fire, Wren’s Egg and more. Cranberry beans are soft and dense with a velvety, rich texture. The thin skins help produce a rich bean broth, making it the natural friend of pasta e fagioli as the liquid coats each noodle with its luxurious sauce. In Mexico you'll find these as Cacahuate (peanut) beans and in Patzcuaro, you'll fall in love with them in a good Sopa Tarasca, a mix of pureed cranberry beans, roasted tomatoes and chicken stock topped with some deep fried tortilla strips. Recipes and more information on
Classic Cranberry Bean at Rancho Gordo. Latin name:
Phaseolus vulgaris. Country of production: USA.
$5.95 the 16-ounce (453g) bag
Rancho Gordo Garbanzo Bean
The slightly nutty flavored Garbanzo is essential for Middle Eastern, Mexican and European cooking. They're classic for hummus, yes, but also add nice crunch to a green salad and make a fine addition to soups, too. Rancho Gordo's new crop harvest ensures quicker cooking and fresher flavor than many imported options, eliminating the need for a long soak. Recipes and more information on
Garbanzo Bean at Rancho Gordo. Latin name:
Cicer arietinum. Country of production: USA.
$5.95 the 16-ounce (453g) bag
Rancho Gordo Santanero Negro Delgado Bean
In Oaxaca, it’s hard to avoid delicious, soupy black beans. The most prized are the Santanero Delgado beans, now in limited supply thanks to the Rancho Gordo-Xoxoc Project. The bean broth is so renowned that they’re also known as Siete Caldos, or Seven Broths. If able, cook them simply in a clay pot and use as you would any black turtle bean. Latin name: Phaseolus vulgaris. Country of production: Mexico.
$6.25 the 16-ounce (453g) bag
Olasagasti Bonito del Norte White Tuna In Olive Oil
White Tuna - Bonito del Norte - is a delicacy of the Cantabrian Sea and a real showstopper on the table. The tuna are fished individually by rod, then hand prepared with centuries-old know how, and a whole lot of care. Recipes and more information on
Olasagasti Delicias del Mar Cantábrico.
$8.00 the 120g tin
Olasagasti Ventresca de Atun Claro Tuna Belly In Olive Oil
Tuna belly … such a delicacy! With an unmistakable laminated texture and a subtle, delicate flavor, this is one of the most coveted pieces of the white tuna. Couple its intrinsic nature with Olasagasti's simple, age-old process and you've got unparalleled quality. Recipes and more information on
Olasagasti Delicias del Mar Cantábrico.
$15.00 the 120g tin
Espinaler Premium Baby Sardines In Olive Oil
Espinaler is a fifth generation run operation that maintains the original philosphy of the founder: to offer a very high quality product, produced and packed at the right time with a commitment to sustainability. The Baby Sardines are fished at the best time for quality, steamed and canned in olive oil. Plenty of inspired preparations can be found in the
Espinaler Cookery Book.
$8.00 the 115g tin
José Gourmet Mackerel Fillets In Olive Oil
The mackerel is a product which has garnered increased interest, motivated by scientific evidence regarding its nutritional properties as well as its traditional abundance in Portugese waters. Recipes and whimsical lore can be found at
José Gourmet Mackerel Fillets.
$9.00 the 125g tin
José Gourmet Small Sardines In Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Whether called "esquilha" in southern Portugal or "petinga" in the north, these "small fish" are rich in nutrients and full-blown flavor. Enjoy them in your favorite pasta sauces or right out of the can, and everywhere in between. Recipes and anecdotes on
José Gourmet Small Sardines.
$8.00 the 90g tin
Conservas de Cambados Small Sardines In Olive Oil
The Conservas de Cambados small sardines stand out for their magnificent silver presentation; bright and tasty, with a smooth and juicy texture that make them a most exquisite treat. After being selected for quality and hand placed in olive oil, warehouse maturation serves to increase their flavor.
$8.00 the 150g tin
Conservas de Cambados Galicia Mussels In Marinade
These Mussels from the Galician Rias are selected piece by piece, fried in olive oil, and covered by escabeche sauce — a classic that's full of regional flavor.
$8.00 the 111g tin
Miele di Millefiori Alpino 2019 Trentino Miele d'Autore Azienda Apistica Mario Bianco
Collected in the national Park of Gran Paradiso at high elevation (about 1000 m or more), Apistica Mario Bianco's Alpine Wildflower honey is produced from the nectars of high pasture flowers, especially rhododendron and sainfoin. It possesses a fine and smooth crystallization.
$14.99 the 8.81-ounce (250g) jar
Miele di Melata 2019 Trentino Miele d'Autore Azienda Apistica Mario Bianco
Honeydew plant honey is not actually a floral honey, but rather produced by the honeydew secreted by the bees. Higher in antioxidants than floral honeys, it is dark in color, extremely viscous and reminiscent of treacle in flavor. This is a rarity and true delight from beekeeper Andrea Bianco.
$19.99 the 8.81-ounce (250g) jar
Linden Blossom All Natural Raw Honey Apicoltura Piccolo
This raw honey is well known for its relaxing properties and is the perfect sweetener for your herbal drink. Linden trees are commonly found in the Padana plain of northeastern Italy, where the artisanal Piccolo family of bee keepers live and operate.
$10.99 the 8.8-ounce (250g) jar
Chocolat Bonnat Porcelana Vénézuela 75% de Cacao
This extremely rare cocoa, with an annual harvest of less than 1000 kg, comes from an ancestral plantation in Vénézuela. Its name is linked to the color of its porcelain-white beans. With a very balanced fragrance, this cocoa offers the complex flavors of the terroir of Lake Maracaibo, which delight the palate. Combining aromatic power and gustatory delicacy, this chocolate will satisfy any enthusiast.
$20.00 the 100g bar
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Chocolat Bonnat Cacao real del Xoconuzco Mexique 75% de Cacao
The first cocoa known to have been cultivated in Mexico, Cacao real del Xoconuzco was meant for pre-Columbian emperors to transmit them strength and courage. Difficult to cultivate, the cocoa trees of Xoconuzco were gradually abandoned despite their fantastic scents. For the first time since 1850, this cocoa is again offering the chance to discover its captivating aromas, exceptional flavors and rich history.
$16.00 the 100g bar
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