Azeite do Alentejo Interior DOP Olive Oil Jose Gourmet
The production of olive oil in the Alentejo region is lost in the memory of time — Romans, Visigoths and Arabs produced olive oil here — it is thought that, even before the presence of these peoples in the region, olive oil was already produced here. Portel, where our olive oils come from, is one of the municipalities that produce the Olive Oil from Alentejo Interior DOP. Its typically yellowish color, oscillating between golden or greener hues, is associated with the flavors and aromas of the cultivars Galega Vulgar, Cordovil de Serpa and Cobrançosa.
$13.75 the 250ml bottle
Olio Extra Vergine di Oliva Castello di Ama
The hilly area of Ama, located between 450 to 550 meters above sea level, has always been suited to a low production per plant, but is able to generate an extremely fruity, fine and elegant oil, fragrant, with good balance and roundness. This oil is on par with the exquisite wines produced by Castello di Ama. A blend of four olive varieties (Correggiolo, Moraiolo, Frantoio and Leccino) grown in the bucolic countryside of Chianti Classico zone. The olives are hand harvested from an orchard of 10,000 trees. Small batches of olives are pressed the same day as picked, assuring low acidity with dedicated focus on quality over quantity. The unfiltered oil is opaque green in color with a fruity aroma, a strong earthy flavor up front and a lively, peppery finish. A limited quantity of only 8,000 bottles is produced in a typical year.
$50.00 the 500ml bottle
Olio Extra Vergine di Oliva Fèlsina Berardenga
Fèlsina Berardenga Extra Virgin Olive Oil is produce of a blend of cultivars Pendolino, Moraiolo, Raggiolo and Leccino grown on the Fèlsina estate, allowing for an oil that tells the story of Tuscany and, more specifically, la proprietà Fèlsina. Bright green in color, it stands out for its great intensity, pungent, spicy and harmonious, recommended for use with Mediterranean dishes, vegetables, red meat, aged cheeses, but also with international cuisine.
$37.50 the 500ml bottle
Olio Extra Vergine di Oliva Chianti Classico Fontodi
Produce of 80% Correggiolo and 20% Moraiolo olives from various olive groves within the property in Chianti Classico. The olives are picked by hand and carefully pressed the same day in order to preserve freshness and fragrance. Certified organic by Ecocert.
$32.50 the 500ml bottle
Olio Extra Vergine di Oliva Il Classico DeCarlo
Delicate and balanced, "Il Classico" De Carlo is a historic and award-winning oil. Olives from Ogliarola and Coratina farms go directly into the company's crusher within 24 hours. Ideal for seasoning any food without the risk of altering of the beneficial qualities of the raw materials involved in its production. Perfect on boiled or roasted fish dishes, sea fries, sauerkraut and roast meats.
$22.50 the 750ml bottle
Olio Extra Vergine di Oliva Toscano Casanaova La Spinetta
Produce of Frantoio, Leccino and Moraiolo cultivars grown within the municipality of Terricciola (Casanova). The olives are carefully selected and harvested manually. Upon harvest the olives are immediately crushed at an onsite facility. The olives go through a cold press process at a maximum temperature of 15 degrees celcius. Only use the oil from the first pressing is bottled. Aromas of fresh herbs, artichoke and green tomato; flavor both full and delicate due to the cold process which preserves the special characteristics of the oil.
$37.50 the 500ml bottle
Olio Extra Vergine di Oliva Biologique Paniole
Produce of 50% Olivastra Seggianese, 30% Moraiolo and 20% Leccino olives from 3,700 trees averaging 90 years in age on Mount Amiata. Olivastra is a beautiful olive variety that produces one of the most elegant oils in Tuscany. Green-gold color with rich aromatics of green tomato, olive and spice; exotic creamy texture, with great balance and concentration of flavor. Certified organic by Ecocert.
$29.99 the 750ml bottle
Huile d'Olive Vierge Extra du Moulin des Ombres
Moulin des Ombres is developed from cultivars of Kappa of Greek origin and Rosciola from the Marche, Italia, allowing for consistent quality from year to year. This is an oil with aromas of green apple and newly mown grass, rich mouthfeel and balanced bitterness and pungency.
$25.00 the 500ml bottle
Extra Virgin Olive Oil Qadisha Grove Lebanon Oleavanti
100% Souri olives from Zgharta, Northern Lebanon. The Qadisha Valley has been home to olive trees for several millennia. This grove is located on the western slopes of Mount Lebanon. It produces a rich, pungent oil that is famous throughout the eastern Mediterranean.
$25.00 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
Pasta Pici di Toscana Organic Pastificio Morelli
Pici pasta 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, chances are you've enjoyed Pici. When cooked, it has a radius about the size of a standard pencil, giving it a cook time of around 20 minutes, and being well worth the wait. Serve it with any sauce or try something more traditional like pici alle briciole (pici with breadcrumbs) or pici all'aglione (pici with tomatoes and garlic). Recipes and more information on
Visit Tuscany.
$10.00 the 500g bag
View more of our selection of Artisan Pasta on the Pasta page of our website.
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 Naples, Italy. 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
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
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
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
View more of our selection of Chocolates on the Chocolate page of our website.
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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