This fine, and fleshy lemon, rich in essential oils, gives the liqueur, an unequaled aroma and taste. Another characteristic that makes “Sfusato lemons”world famous is the fact that they can be preserved for long periods. Because of the particular micro climate of the Amalfi Coast, the right mixture of mountain and sea air and the chemical properties of the terrain, a geographical indication status (P.G.I.) has been conferred by the Italian authorities.
The first lemon trees, were brought to the Amalfi Coast by the Jewish population, during the first century B.C. By this time the Amalfi Republic had reached its apex, around 1000 A.D., lemon trees had spread throughout the Amalfi Coast territory.
Trade between the Amalfitani and the Byzantines flourished from the eighth to the thirteenth centuries. From Amalfi shiploads of precious stones, textiles and spices were unloaded and, last but not least, citrus trees to be cultivated all over the region.
Healing properties were soon discovered and Sfusato lemons were used in medicines by the famous Salerno Medical School.

Cedro citrons are a very large variety of citrus, usually up to three times the size of common lemons. They measure between 20 and 30 centimeters in diameter and are elongated to roundish with a pronounced mammilla opposite of the stem end. The rind of the citron is very aromatic, and is rich in volatile oils. The surface is wrinkled and pebbled, ripening from a green to a bright yellow. They are sometimes harvested while still green. Around 70% of the lemon is made up of the white pith, or albedo. It can be anywhere from 2 to 5 centimeters thick, and is very soft and fragrant. The center of the fruit contains a small amount of pulp, separated into segments, with several pale seeds. The dry pulp offers very little juice, and in some cultivars, is relatively non-existent. The taste is milder than a common lemon.

The organic lemons from Sicily are characterized by the juicy flesh from the bright yellow color. The form of organic lemons is oval, in the pulp you can find some seed. The peculiarity of organic lemons lies in the fact of being rich intense flavor of juice. The genuineness of organic lemons allows not only the consumption of the precious juice but mainly the fragrant skin, very useful for the preparation of sweet and citrus liqueurs, first of all, the lemon liqueur Limoncello.

The Roman zucchine is pale green in colour with deep ridges and has a mild nutty flavour. With high yields this delicious Italian favorite has a creamy sweet fleshy centre, tender striped skin, and long-holding edible blossoms.

Pere Abate are richer in fructose and other simple sugars than most pears, and are therefore ideal when one needs a burst of energy. They are also a good source of fiber, mineral salts, and malic and citric acid, which are antioxidant. Though one can do other things with them, the classic Italian way of enjoying a pear is with a moderately firm wedge of Pecorino Toscano or Sardo (not Romano, which is much saltier)

The Williams' bon chrétien pear, commonly called the Williams pear or the Bartlett pear in the United States and Canada, is the most commonly grown variety of pear in most countries outside Asia.

It is a cultivar (cultivated variety) of the species Pyrus communis, commonly known as the European Pear. The fruit has a bell shape, considered the traditional pear shape in the west, and its green skin turns yellow upon later ripening, although red-skinned derivative varieties exist. It is considered a summer pear, not as tolerant of cold as some varieties. It is often eaten raw, but holds its shape well when baked, and is a common choice for canned or other processed pear uses.

Typical summer pear, quite juicy and characterized by high productivity and early fruiting, which has made it successful in the markets of Southern Italy.

A mix selection of current available seasional pears like Abate, Williams, Kaiser Angelica,Madernessaand and Decana to taste different varieties of Italian growings pears.

This is a typical product of the Emilia region. The Decana pear has a rounded shape and the peel is yellow-green and develops red stripes as it ripens. Its pulp is juicy and sweet. It can be eaten on its own and can also be used to make cakes and other traditional deserts.

Aprrox. 3-4pcs per 500gr

The name "prickly pear" is quite deceiving, because the fruit actually comes from a cactus plant called the "Opuntia" that's native in the Americas.

With a bright red exterior it's commonly used in juices, cocktails, syrups, jams, and candies for its refreshingly sweet taste.

Prickly pear cactus — or also known as nopal, opuntia and other names — is promoted for treating diabetes, high cholesterol, obesity and hangovers. It's also touted for its antiviral and anti-inflammatory properties.

Some preliminary evidence shows that prickly pear cactus can decrease blood sugar levels in people with type 2 diabetes. Some research also suggests that prickly pear cactus extract may lessen the unpleasant effects of a hangover, possibly due to its anti-inflammatory effects.

It might be too early to call prickly pear cactus a superfood, but it can be part of a healthy diet. It's high in fiber, antioxidants and carotenoids. Indeed, prickly pear cactus is popular in many areas of the world, particularly Latin America, where it is a native plant.

The edible parts are the leaves, flowers, stems and fruit. Prickly pear cactus is eaten whole (boiled or grilled). It is also made into juice and jams.

Also known as Strawberry Vine grapes or Uva Fragola, Strawberry grapes are recognized for their hardiness, vigor, and sweet berry-like flavor. Fragola is the Italian word for strawberry, and these grapes had been in limited supply until 2011 when commercial production began in the United States and the United Kingdom. The demand for new grape flavors contributed to this grape’s production, and they were spread across the world for their unique flavor as a table grape.

Strawberry grapes are medium in size and are round to oval in shape, growing in tight clusters. The smooth skin matures from a pink to a deep red or purple, and when ripe, the grapes develop a silvery bloom or film, which is a protective coating that prevents the grapes from losing moisture. The translucent flesh is juicy and contains a few, small seeds, which are edible. Strawberry grapes have a rich flavor with sweet, berry-like notes. Strawberry grapevines also have deeply lobed, thick, green leaves that turn yellow in the autumn.

The origins of the Muscat grape are not entirely clear, although some believe that these grapes date all the way back to ancient Egyptians and Persians. More commonly it is thought that Muscat grapes originated with the ancient Greeks and Romans and classical writers like Columella and Pliny the Elder describe a grape that was very sweet and attractive to bees, but there is no historical documentation to confirm that the grapes written about were actually Muscat grapes. English Franciscan scholar Bartholomeus Anglicus provided the first documented mention of wine made from the Muscat grape in his De proprietatibus rerum, written sometime between 1230 to 1240.

The origin of grape comes from myth and legend. Someone says that the fruit ate by Adam and Eve was not an apple but grapes.
It was grown and appreciate by pharaons in Egypt, kings in Babylon and in the Greek society. It was there where the apirene grapes where discovered and then diffused around the mediterranean.
Seedless grape “apirene” is caracterized by partial or total absence of seeds in berries.
Currently, research and varietal innovation have by far improved original features of seedless varieties, making every grape a delighting experience for the palate, insomuch as new varieties are assuming relevant commercial importance for grapes fresh consumption close to traditional seeded varieties. In some countries, seedless grapes request has even overtaken seeded grapes one: it is easy to figure how sensorial experience, already positive when tasting a seeded grape, is furtherly improved when you do not come across seeds presence! Without considering advantages for kids, the prevention of hindrance in expelling seeds, ease in cakes and jams, convenience in fresh cut fruits preparation.And, all of this, keeping, obviously, healthy properties typical of every kind of grapes, riched in A, B, C, vitamins, tannins, polyphenols and simple sugars.

Fennel is crunchy and slightly sweet, adding a refreshing contribution to the ever popular Mediterranean cuisine. It is readily available and at its best from autumn through to early spring. Fennel's aromatic taste is unique, strikingly reminiscent of licorice and aniseed. It's texture is similar to that of celery - crunchy and striated. The stalks are topped with feathery green leaves near which flowers grow and produce fennel seeds. The bulb, stalk, leaves and seeds are all edible.

Romanesco broccoli (also known as Roman cauliflower, Broccolo Romanesco, Romanesque cauliflower or simply Romanesco) is an edible flower bud of the species Brassica oleracea. First documented in Italy, it is chartreuse in color. The Romanesco has been grown in Italy since the 16th century and has a striking appearance because its form is a natural approximation of a fractal. When compared to a traditional cauliflower, its texture as a vegetable is far more crunchy, and its flavor is not as assertive, being delicate and nutty.

Romanesco superficially resembles a cauliflower, but it is chartreuse in color, and its form is strikingly fractal in nature. The inflorescence (the bud) is self-similar in character, with the branched meristems making up a logarithmic spiral. In this sense the bud's form approximates a natural fractal; each bud is composed of a series of smaller buds, all arranged in yet another logarithmic spiral. This self-similar pattern continues at several smaller levels. The pattern is only an approximate fractal since the pattern eventually terminates when the feature size becomes sufficiently small. The number of spirals on the head of Romanesco broccoli is a Fibonacci number. Nutritionally, romanesco is rich in vitamin C, vitamin K, dietary fiber, and carotenoids. The causes of its differences in appearance from the normal cauliflower and broccoli have been modeled as an extension of the preinfloresence stage of bud growth, but the genetic basis of this is not known.

Leeks, known scientifically as Allium porrum, are related to garlic, onions, shallots, and scallions. Leeks look like large scallions, having a very small bulb and a long white cylindrical stalk of superimposed layers that flows into green, tightly wrapped, flat leaves. Cultivated leeks are usually about 12 inches in length and one to two inches in diameter and feature a fragrant flavor that is reminiscent of shallots but sweeter and more subtle.

With a more delicate and sweeter flavor than onions, leeks add a subtle touch to recipes without overpowering the other flavors that are present. Although leeks are available throughout the year they are in season from the fall through the early part of spring when they are at their best.

Tuscan Kale in Italian and often in English is called Cavolo Nero, literally "black kale" is a variety of kale with a long tradition in Italian cuisine, especially that of Tuscany. It has been grown here for centuries which is found mainly in the autumn-winter season and is one of the traditional ingredients of minestrone and ribollita. This green leafy vegetable is considered a super food rich in antioxidant properties, vitamins such as A, C, and E, but also those of group B and contain folic acid is a source of calcium, zinc and iron. Despite being a nutritious food, it only provides 35 calories per 100 grams.

Organic white cabbage is a versatile and mild tasting, low calorie, vegetable, perfect for a balanced diet.

Organic Val Venosta Golden  apples are firm, crisp, and white-fleshed. These apples have a balanced sweet-tart aromatic flavor, which has been described as honeyed.

It looks like a mini San Marzano: red or green and with an elongated shape. It weighs from twenty to twenty five grams, has a strong and delicate flavor at the same time, with a perfect balance between acidity and sugar content. These are the main characteristics of Torpedino, a tasty hybrid, grown in the Piana di Fondi and which has now become a product of Made in Italy excellence in the world.

The unmistakable Yellow Selenium Potatao. The result of years of research and selection, Selenella is a product of excellence with unmistakable characteristics: highly digestible, rich in starches, vitamins and mineral salts, it is even more precious because it is a source of selenium, an antioxidant ally of our health. Check our recipe in Serving Suggestions section

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The “Lara“ Walnut is characterized by an intense and pleasant aroma, it best expresses its properties when served with semi-mature cheeses, robust red wines and salads. Its attractive shaped kernel makes it perfect for preparation of aperitifs, fruit salads and decoration of biscuits, cakes and sandwiches. Excellent for pesto and risottos preparation and as a crispy breading for fish and meat.

Properties: Thanks to vitamin E, walnuts are small pearls of youth which fight the action of free-radicals and act as an excellent antioxidant. Walnuts are rich in polyunsaturated fatty acids and mineral salts, such as zinc, calcium, potassium, copper and iron. They are particularly high in magnesium and therefore are considered one of the natural food supplements of this mineral. Walnuts are also important source of vitamin E and folic acid. The omega 3 acids contained in walnuts help lowering the “bad” cholesterol level in the blood, preventing arteriosclerosis and most likely fighting stress.

The variety of hazelnut tree grown in Piedmont is the Tonda Gentile Trilobata, which is mainly produced in the provinces of Cuneo, Asti and Alessandria, in the hilly areas of the Langhe, Roero and Monferrato.

The PGI denomination guarantees the quality and authenticity of the product to users and consumers.

The “Nocciola Piemonte PGI.”, is particularly appreciated by the confectionary industry for its quality parameters as:

• spherical shape of the seed
• excellent aroma and taste after roasting
• easy to peel
• good shelf life

These are the reasons why the Nocciola Piemonte is commonly recognised as the Best in the World!

Natural anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, precious nutrition supplement, rich in nutritional principles, Almond is among the healthiest and nutritious dry fruits. To be used as a delicious and healthy snack, as ingredient for cakes and biscuits or as a precious cooking decoration.  Sicilian almonds are remarkable for their size and shape, as well as the very low percentage of broken pieces.Their agreeably soft and nutty flavour is also impressive. The almonds are crunchy and well suited for using directly or combining with other foods. This almonds are from the island of Sicily and are harvested, pitted, blanched and gently dried there.

The fruit of the 'Pistacchio verde di Bronte' is sweet, delicate, aromatic, characterized by an intense green colour. It is a symbol of a land which withstands the volcano and takes advantage of its fertility. Unlike the products of American or Asian origin, which are mostly yellow-green, the Pistacchio di Bronte is characterized by an intense bright green colour, with very marked aroma and flavour.

The pistachio is a fruit which boasts a very ancient history. It was already known by Babylonians, Assyrians, Jordanians, Greeks. According to some theories, it comes from Psitacco, a town of Syria. The pistachio tree, twisted, characterized by a reddish bark, which becomes grey when the plant is grown, is widespread in the Middle East, Iran, California, and China, but the one which produces the finest fruits is at Bronte, a municipality on the hills in the Park of Etna on Sicilian Island.

Don’t be fooled by a peach’s small size and delicate skin. Just one fruit has up to 15% of the vitamin C you need each day. This nutrient helps your body heal wounds and keeps your immune system going strong. It also helps get rid of “free radicals” -- chemicals that have been linked to cancer because they can damage your cells.

Italian selection of fresh imported apricots, soft, slightly velvety and ready to be eaten. 

In the Chinese culture is often associate the apricot with education and medicine. For instance, the classical word 杏 壇 (literally: "apricot altar") (xìng tán 杏坛) which means "educational circle", is still widely used in written language. Chuang Tzu, a Chinese philosopher in the fourth century BC, told a story that Confucius taught his students in a forum surrounded by the wood of apricot trees. The association with medicine in turn comes from the common use of apricot kernels as a component in traditional Chinese medicine, and from the story of Dong Feng (董奉), a physician during the Three Kingdoms period, who required no payment from his patients except that they plant apricot trees in his orchard upon recovering from their illnesses, resulting in a large grove of apricot trees and a steady supply of medicinal ingredients.

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The red onion from Tropea, Italy, (Italian: "Cipolla Rossa di Tropea") is a particular variety of red onion which grows in a small area of Calabria in southern Italy named "Capo Vaticano" near the city of Tropea. This onion has a stronger and sweeter aroma and the inner part is juicier and whiter than the other red onions. It is completely possible to make a marmalade with this red onion. In March 2008, the European Union registered the Protected Designation of Origin mark for the onions produced in this particular area.

The shape of its bulbs, of a deep purple color, vary from round to oval to elongated. The onion’s extraordinary sweetness, its delicate scent, its lightness and enjoyable taste, which derive from the morphological peculiarities of the soil and microclimate where it is grown, make it a much sought after ingredient by gourmets and chefs.

As if its wonderful taste wasn’t enough, the Tropea onion has proven health benefits, known since ancient times. Recent studies have shown that the Tropea onion, because of its high quality, seem to provide better therapeutic functions than other varieties, especially diuretic, hypoglycemic, and anticancer functions. In addition, it has antiseptic properties, it can alleviate both cold and flu symptoms, it strengthens the cells and tone the arteries, it lowers blood pressure, and it is also used in dermatology.

Salanova is a "multi-leaf" lettuce, so called because of the large amount of leaves three times greater than normal lettuce, it therefore presents itself with a compact and dense head of green or red color. This salad is rich in fiber, potassium and vitamins A and C

Red Oak leaf lettuce have elongated, lobed and loosely serrated leaves similar to those of oak leaves. The vibrant burgundy stained leaves form a semi-tight rosette, growing upward and outward. Red Oak Leaf lettuce has a buttery texture and an incredibly mellow, nutty and sweet flavor. It is known for its sweetness, which may be an even more memorable quality than its attractive foliage.

Oak leaf makes classy mixed salads and stays tasty even in drought and heat. The leaves are very attractive, distinctively lobed with the oak leaf shape. The plant is attractive with fairly tight rosettes of medium green leaves. Oak leaf lettuce is a type of butter lettuce whose leaves are distinctively lobed

Annual Herbaceous plant classified in the valerianaceae family, It is native to the Mediterranean region. Its scientific name is “ valerianella olitoria” and it is one of the most popular plants for salad with elongated leaves grouped in small tufts. It is a relative of “valeriana officinalis”, used in pharmacies, but it does not have the same properties of the latter. It contains 33 calories per 100 grams. Moreover it is rich in important nutrients substances and food by revitalizing, emollient, laxative and purifying properties.

Weight around 1.5kg per pc. Immediate pleasant feeling of sweetness (the sugar level is above average) and structure, with aromatic support enhanced by the after taste which remains on the palate for a long time. The pulp when it is opened is red colour of the pulp emerges this strong colouring is due to the very high Lycopene content, a carotene pigment, in comparison with the other varieties. It can have a close net-like, thin skin, with light furrows and a light green colour when fully ripe or, on the contrary, a plain skin which is a yellow-cream colour with middle sized and round in shape, lightly oval at the top and bottom.

White Vittoria grape havie all the preventive properties of grapes, the properties of the seeds themselves are of particular relevance in these varieties. They have nutritional, antioxidant and anticancerogenic properties, as well as important advantages for the treatment of venous insufficiency and other types of swelling.

The nutrients in the grape’s seeds protect against heart disease, cancer, inflammation and other health issues.
Grape contains flavonoids, which can have antioxidant effects, lower the levels of low density lipoproteins (LDLs, or “bad cholesterol”), relax blood vessels, and reduce the risk of coronary heart disease. The antioxidants in grape might help to prevent heart disease and have other potentially beneficial effects. Red grape varieties provide more antioxidants than white or blush grape varieties.

Grape leaf might reduce inflammation and have astringent effects. In other words, grape leaf seems to be able to draw tissue together, which could help stop bleeding and diarrhea. These properties appear to be greatest in the red leaves.

Black grapes are comparatively richer in antioxidants. They contain fiber too. Their skin is rich in phenolic acids, like caffeic acid.

These compounds are responsible for the fruit’s anti-inflammatory, anticancer, cardioprotective, and antidiabetic properties

The most important compound in black grapes (and grapes, in general) is resveratrol. Resveratrol is a potent antioxidant that is extensively studied. Research states that it can fight inflammation, prevent heart disease, and even combat tumors 

The best way to enjoy the benefits of black grapes is to eat them as a whole (or even by consuming whole-grape products). The beneficial constituents in such whole-grape products can enhance the overall results

Along with cantaloupe, honeydew, and cucumber, watermelons are a member of the Cucurbitaceae family.

There are five common types of watermelon: seeded, seedless, mini, yellow, and orange.

Watermelon is around 90% water, which makes it useful for staying hydrated in the summer. It can also satisfy a sweet tooth with its natural sugars.

Watermelon also contains antioxidants. These substances can help remove molecules known as free radicals, or reactive species, from the body. The body produces free radicals during natural processes, such as metabolism. They can also develop through smoking, air pollution, stress, and other environmental pressures.

If too many free radicals stay in the body, oxidative stress can occur. This can result in cell damage and may lead to a range of diseases, such as cancer and heart disease.

The body can remove some free radicals naturally, but dietary antioxidants support this process.

Plums belong to the same family as peaches, nectarines, and apricots. But plums are much more diverse than their stone-fruit cousins. They can be large or small, with red, purple, green, yellow or orange skin, and pink, yellow, or orange flesh.

They first grew in China thousands of years ago. Then plums made their way to Japan, parts of Europe, and America. Today, more than 2,000 varieties grow all over the world.

Plums add subtle sweetness to salads and desserts, but their health benefits are the juiciest part of the package.

 Plums have plenty of antioxidants. These substances protect the body against the cell and tissue damage that can lead to diabetes, Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, and cancer.

You can distinguish Perla Nera Watermelon from all other watermelons for its dark, streak-free skin and its medium size with a regular spherical shape. Remember also that only the original Perla Nera watermelons are subject to our quality controls and have a round warranty label.

Perla Nera was born from the intuition and collaboration of three companies: the Francescon, La Mongolifera and Peviani Spa producers' organization. It is grown in the Mantua region, in Puglia, Basilicata, Sicily and Sardinia and since 2016 it is available on the shelves of the best supermarkets.

has not undergone any changes in the laboratory, it is simply the result of the most careful and recent selection processes with natural techniques. Perla Nera is a variety of black midi watermelon that developed the qualities and perfected the taste of Morina watermelon that was cultivated in the Mantua until the 1960s.

Swiss Chard, also known as Rhubarb Chard, Verde a costa bianca. It is one of the most popular variety in Italy, because it is considered to have the best characteristics. It has thick, meaty, white stalks and large green leaves that cook like spinach.

Fresh and crispy seasonal cucumber

Excellent in the salad, very handy in the kitchen, the red onion of Acquaviva delle Fonti (Puglia region), a Slow Food product, is renowned for its bold flavor and sweetness.
From the early 19th century, the farmers from Acquaviva grow these onions with the typical oblate shape large discs 2-3 cm thick and up to a span wide, weighing roughly 500 grams.
The color ranges from carmine to violet, getting completely white towards the core. The cultivation is done in accordance with tradition using nature-friendly methods.

Very ancient origins. Dedicated to the Queen Claudia wife of Francesco I. Tree vigor average high with poise tend expanded, productivity generally high but tending the alternative. The small spheroidal futto is slightly flattened at the poles. Skin yellowish green, greenish-yellow flesh very sweet and aromatic, and soda stands out in full ripeness. It is considered among the best varieties.

Dr Jules Guyot is an early cropping variety that produces pale green fruits turning to pale yellow with a slight flush. Creamy white, sweet juice and melting flesh with an excellent pear flavour. The tree itself is compact and upright in habit, very easy to grow and has beautiful clusters of white blossom in the spring.

Guyot is best eaten when soft. As an early variety, the fruit ripens quickly.

Although named after Docteur Jules Guyot, an expert in the cultivation of grapevines, the variety was developed by nurseryman, M. Ernest Baltet and his brother in Troyes, France and released in 1875. In 1885, the variety was introduced into the USA.

The large, red stalks of the Giant Red celery have a wonder flavor, some prefer it over green stalks! The Giant Red celery is a hidden gem. This variety is by far the best tasting celery you can grow! The yellow-pink hearts of the Giant Red are great in salads or soup and it grows great throughout the United States.

A flavourful crinkled leaf cabbage and considered one of the best varieties for cooking. Savoy Cabbage has distinctive wrinkled leaves and a loose head. It is a dark green colour and a mild flavour. Savoy cabbage in particular-turns out to be an especially good source of sinigrin.

Organic unwashed carrots are those that have earth on them, not only store better than their washed counterparts, but the soil also preserves their flavour and texture much better.

This Organic Red Cherry Tomatoes in Summer  season are sweet and flavorful. Perfect for salads and snacks.

The modern-day quince is shaped like a hybrid of an apple and pear, and similar in size. The average quince weighs about 4 ounces, has a rich yellow exterior, and gives off a strong, pleasant fragrance. It's hard, acidic, and astringent before cooking, but it turns red, takes on a whole different flavor, and tastes divine when cooked. Aluminum cookware will deliver the deepest red color in cooked quince. Quinces grow on trees and are ripe and ready for eating in late autumn.

The onion of Cannara is a typical product of Umbria protected: it is one of the many regional food and wine products of excellence that has gained a wide recognition, to emphasize not only the goodness and versatility in the kitchen but also dating back to the historical roots of its use.
Besides the prestigious award from the Ministry of Agriculture, the Onion of Cannara also won the coveted title of Slow Food.

Currently, the traditional cultivation and harvesting of onion of Cannara is carried out by small producers called “cipollari”, often handed down from father to son a passion for this production of excellence for generations.

The producers and growers of this vegetable that has a fundamental importance to the area since the sixteenth century, are now gathered into the Consortium of Onion of Cannara, an organization founded under the auspices of the City which aims to monitor the whole the production chain and guaranteeing quality standards and origin of this precious resource of the territory.

The onion of Cannara is a typical product of Umbria protected: it is one of the many regional food and wine products of excellence that has gained a wide recognition, to emphasize not only the goodness and versatility in the kitchen but also dating back to the historical roots of its use.
Besides the prestigious award from the Ministry of Agriculture, the Onion of Cannara also won the coveted title of Slow Food.

Currently, the traditional cultivation and harvesting of onion of Cannara is carried out by small producers called “cipollari”, often handed down from father to son a passion for this production of excellence for generations.

The producers and growers of this vegetable that has a fundamental importance to the area since the sixteenth century, are now gathered into the Consortium of Onion of Cannara, an organization founded under the auspices of the City which aims to monitor the whole the production chain and guaranteeing quality standards and origin of this precious resource of the territory.

Delica pumpkins are squat and irregular, each presenting a completely unique landscape of scarred, green-grey skin. These pumpkins have a depth of flavour that consistently sets them apart. Beneath each gnarly rind, we find densely packed, vibrant flesh that smells distinctly sweet and stays firm once cooked.

This unique combination of texture and flavour can only be achieved through meticulous growing methods and a concerted effort to reduce the water content of each pumpkin.

The Santa Claus melon, sometimes known as Christmas melon or Piel de Sapo (Toad Skin), is a variety of melon (family Cucurbitaceae, Cucumis melo, Inodorus group) originating in Spain that grows to about a foot in length and is ovoid in shape. 

It has a thick, green-striped outer rind and pale green to white inner flesh with a mild melon flavour and sweetness close to honeydew melons.

It has a blotched green peel after which it is named in Spanish (Piel de Sapo translates as "Toad Skin"). A closely related melon with the same shape, but with yellow peel is known as 'Amarillo' or canary melon.

The attractive green and gold-to-bright yellow-striped Santa Claus melon somewhat resemble a small watermelon. Inside is a mellow and mildly flavoured, pale-greenish flesh very similar to that of a honeydew. The ripest Santa Claus melon will have soft blossom ends that yield to gentle pressure and a vibrant yellow hue.

This melon was named in English as recognition of its long keeping qualities, i.e. "until Christmas".

Beetroot (Beta vulgaris) is a root vegetable also known as red beet, table beet, garden beet, or just beet.

Packed with essential nutrients, beetroots are a great source of fiber, folate (vitamin B9), manganese, potassium, iron, and vitamin C.

Beetroots and beetroot juice have been associated with numerous health benefits, including improved blood flow, lower blood pressure, and increased exercise performance.

Many of these benefits are due to their high content of inorganic nitrates.

Beetroots are delicious raw but more frequently cooked or pickled. Their leaves — known as beet greens — can also be eaten.

There are numerous types of beetroot, many of which are distinguished by their color — yellow, white, pink, or dark purple.

Appropriately named for their shape and size, oxheart varieties of tomato can produce fruit that weigh up to three pounds. They are very meaty with few seeds, making them a great slicing tomato. (My dad’s favorite tomatoes are the ones where one slice covers the bread completely, and the oxhearts don’t disappoint.) Their size also makes them a good tomato for stuffing, and since there are few seeds, their meat works well in sauces and salsas.

The purple-robed prince among cabbages. It has an intense musky flavor and sweet snappiness. Red cabbage can be stewed, braised, or even curried. It's crispy when you scoop the raw leaves into dip. Crunchy when you stir-fry small wedges. A silky herbal accent on the tongue when you add chopped leaves to stew or soup.

These dates are of the Medjoul variety, considered among the most valuable of all.They are large in size, pulpy, with an intense burnished color, a characteristic aroma, a soft consistency and a strong and enveloping flavor.They are neither treated nor molasses and are particularly appreciated in both sweet and savory preparations.

Shallots (Allium ascalonicum) are a member of the allium family, closely related to onions, garlic, and chives. Whether diced, minced, or sliced, shallots are used for seasoning dishes, either with a soft onion undercurrent or a pop of sharp acidity similar to a hint of garlic.

Figs are a unique fruit resembling a teardrop. They’re about the size of your thumb, filled with hundreds of tiny seeds, and have an edible purple or green peel. The flesh of the fruit is pink and has a mild, sweet taste. The scientific name for the fig is Ficus carica.

Figs — and their leaves — are packed with nutrients and offer a variety of potential health benefits. They may promote healthy digestion, decrease your risk of heart disease, and help you manage your blood sugar levels.

Dried figs are high in sugar and rich in calories, as the sugar becomes concentrated when the fruits are dried.

Figs also contain small amounts of a wide variety of nutrients, but they’re particularly rich in copper and vitamin B6.

Copper is a vital mineral that’s involved in several bodily processes, including metabolism and energy production, as well as the formation of blood cells, connective tissues, and neurotransmitters.

Vitamin B6 is a key vitamin necessary to help your body break down dietary protein and create new proteins. It also plays an important role in brain health.

Giant PGI Agen Prunes

Top quality prunes made in Agen, France, on the edge of what used to be the old Gascony area of France. They are dark purple with a hint of blue in them, they are produced in the most traditional way, preserving their natural nutrients.

Soft and creamy are perfect for your most favorite recipes, to boost your breakfat or as ready to eat super healthy snack !

 They are the dried version of plums called “Ente” plums grown in the Lot-et-Garonne region.

The harvest happens between the third week of August and the third week of September. It is done using machines. Collars are placed around the trunks of the trees, which the machines then shake so that the falling plums are caught by the collars. The plums are then washed and sorted. They used to be first dried in the sun, then in ovens.

Some people say the Ente plum was in France since the Romans; others say it was brought there from Syria by the returning crusaders.

The monks at Clairac Abbey were the first to grow it.

Commercial production of the plums into prunes started in the 1400s in the Quercy and Rouergue regions. Export of the prunes had begun by the 1600s.

The crusco pepper is a sweet red pepper that is dried and fried for a few seconds in oil: the temperature range causes the vegetable to become "crusco", ie crunchy.
The pepper cooked in this way can therefore be used as a side dish or snack, or as ingredients of other typical dishes of the region, such as cod in Basilicata, strascinate / orecchiette with turnip greens and cruschi peppers, sciacciate Calabrese olives or, especially in Calabria, in sautéed fresh vegetables (turnip tops, escarole).

The laurel tree is native to Southwest Asia and is now also native to southern Europe and parts of America. Because the laurel tree is not winter hardy, it is often grown in northern Europe as an ornamental plant in the bucket. The dried leaves of the laurel tree are used as a spice. From the fruit oils are pressed.

the new potato, also called primaticcia, is an early variety of the potato. Small in size, it is characterized by a very thin skin and a sweet and delicate flavor. Small in size, it is characterized by a very thin skin and a sweet and delicate flavor.

The blueberry is a fruit that grows wild in fresh areas of the North hemisphere. It is a bluish-black, rounded berry measuring 6mm of diameter. It is mainly consumed in jams, cakes or as garnish for various dishes. It is rich in vitamins and it supplies very few calories.

The myrtus communis is a medicinal plant that spontaneously grows only in Europe and is typical of the Mediterranean. It is very common in Sardinia, where it is called “murta”. Being a thermophilic species it prefers neutral or subacid soil, limiting its range to grow naturally below a half mile (800 mt.) above sea level. Sensitive to strong winds and rather demanding in terms of humidity of the substrate, it is localized preferably in the concaved areas of valleys and slopes.

These lovely little seeds are used worldwide in so many cuisines. The Mediterranean are recognized for its intense taste and flavour!

They are also known as pinoli in Italian, pignoles, pinon, pine kernel. Pine nuts are actually the seeds found inside the pine cone. While every tree produces seeds, only certain trees have nuts that taste good enough to be edible.

Iconic ingredient together with the fresh basil for authentic Genovese pesto, the pine nuts are so versatile in the kitchen and as super food for your favorite breakfast and mix nuts.

The Margherita of Savoia PGI White Onion has white bulbs, with a sweet and succulent flavor and a tender and crunchy texture.

The production area of ​​Margherita of Savoia PGI White Onion includes the Adriatic coast that extends from the mouth of the Ofanto river to the mouth of the Candelaro stream, in the territory of the municipality of Margherita of Savoia, in the province of Barletta-Andria-Trani, and the municipalities Zapponeta and Manfredonia, in the province of Foggia, in the Puglia region.

Onion has always been considered an anti-inflammatory and an antibiotic offered by mother nature for free. The bulb contains vitamins, mineral salts, sulfur glycosides and other trace elements with positive effects on many pathologies. It also helps regulate cholesterol and blood pressure.

The production area includes the territory of Margherita of Savoia, Zapponeta and Manfredonia. In this area, the sandy soil is ideal for the production of sweet and tender products with a perfect shape.

The White Onion of Margherita of Savoia has been grown for about three centuries in this area with the same production techniques.

Black plums are a small, round, or slightly oblong fruit with smooth blue-black skin. They contain a single seed and the flesh inside can be dark red, purple, or yellow. They tend to have a balance of sweet and tart flavor. 

Black grape has a sweet taste and a low degree of acidity. Ripens early in June, it has a medium conical cluster and almost completely seedless blue-black ellipsoidal grains.

As a member of the Cucurbitaceae family, the watermelon is related to the cantaloupe, squash and pumpkin, other plants that also grow on vines on the ground. Watermelons can be round, oblong or spherical in shape and feature thick green rinds that are often spotted or striped.

French beans, botanically classified as Phaseolus vulgaris, are a tender, flavorful type of bean belonging to the Fabaceae family. Many different bean cultivars are generally categorized under French beans, and varieties can be of the pole or bush types, found in varying colors. French beans are also known as Filet beans, French Green Beans, Fine Beans, Haricots Verts Filets Extra-Fins, and Haricots Verts, and are specifically bred for their pods rather than their seeds. The beans are typically hand-harvested from plants and are picked early to ensure a tender texture and a rich flavor. Chefs utilize French beans primarily in their fresh state, and the beans are rarely grown for processing and canning. When lightly cooked, French beans provide earthy, sweet, and vegetal flavors, and they are a popular supporting side to rich, savory main dishes.

Nutritional Value

French beans are a good source of vitamin C to strengthen the immune system, vitamin K to assist in faster wound healing, fiber to regulate the digestive tract, and copper to build connective tissue. The beans are also a source of vitamin A to maintain healthy organ functioning, calcium to protect bones and teeth, potassium to balance fluid levels, and other amounts of iron, magnesium, phosphorus, and vitamins B1 and B2.

A unique selection of Italian top onions from different area, each one with their special taste and health benefits.
A total mix of 2Kg of the following onions:

-IGP Tropea Onion: Red onions from Tropea (IGP) are a variety of onion that grows in Calabria.The incredible sweetness of this onion makes it a real all-rounder in any dishes, it is eaten in sandwiches, pasta dishes, burgers and salads and generously sliced over pizza.

-IGP Giarratana Onion: The town of Giarratana, in the Iblei mountains (Ragusa province), has long been known for the production of large, extraordinarily sweet onions. The bulbs have a slightly squashed shape and brownish-white skin. The flesh is white and flavorful, without pungency

-IGP Montoro Onion: The onion of Montoro is a native variety from the plains of Montoro, between the provinces of Avellino and Salerno. Slightly flattened globe shape, the Montoro onion’s skin features shades of purple internally and reddish or copper externally. The taste is sweet, and it is intensely aromatic. It is excellent in any culinary preparation; it can be eaten both raw, in an innumerable variety of salads, and cooked in preparations such as soups, sauces and side dishes. Largely use for the ragù sauce

-IGP Acquaviva Onion: , the red onion IGP Acquaviva from Puglia region is renowned for its bold flavor and sweetness. The color ranges from carmine to violet, getting completely white towards the core. The cultivation is done in accordance with tradition using nature-friendly methods.

Lime is a citrus fruit belonging to the Rutaceae family. The files have a rounded shape and usually do not exceed 6 cm in diameter and have a thin emerald-green skin. The pulp is rich in juice and is usually used to flavor dishes and drinks.

a set of:

- purple cauliflower

- orange cauliflower

- white cauliflower

- romanesco broccoli

This dried fruit has got wealthy energetic properties that make it a complete food from a nutritional point of view: it contains protein, vitamins B1 and B2, vitamins A and E, iron, calcium, phosphorus, magnesium, potassium.

It has also many therapeutic qualities: it reduces cholesterol, strengthens the bones, helps prevent anemia, slows down skin aging, has an antidepressant effect on the nervous system.

Butternut squash (Cucurbita moschata), known in Australia and New Zealand as butternut pumpkin or gramma, is a type of pumpkin or winter squash that grows on a vine. It has a sweet, nutty taste similar to that of a pumpkin. It has tan-yellow skin and orange fleshy pulp with a compartment of seeds in the blossom end.

The Vesuvian Piennolo Tomato PDO (Lycopersicon esculentum) is one of the most typical agricultural products of Campania, so to be represented even in the scene of the traditional Neapolitan crib.

It benefits from the volcanic soil and the generous sun: it is said that even his "burning" color is the work of the volcano, because according to legend, its roots are nourished by the lava of Vesuvius.

The Vesuvian Piennolo Tomato is grown with a traditional method, which involves the use of wooden stakes and iron wires, which prevent that the berries touch the ground and ensure that they receive sunlight evenly. The tomatoes, weighing about 25-30 grams, are round and have a little pointed tip at the bottom end. The skin is leathery and the pulp is firm and compact. It has a characteristic sweet sour aftertaste, due to the concentration of sugars and minerals

This variety is also called "Piennolo" because the traditional preservation technique is based on the formation of "Piennoli", ie pendulums: whole bunches, collected between July and August, placed on a hemp thread tied in a circle, to compose a single large cluster, kept suspended in dry and ventilated places. This system favors a slow maturation and allows to have "fresh red gold" until the spring following the year of cultivation.

Fresh pomodorini directly from Italy. Small, bursting with flavour cherry tomatoes ideal to eat with pasta in a fresh homemade sauce or as a 'Caprese' salad; on top of buffalo mozzarella. The cherry tomato is also consumed as a fruit because its flesh is very sweet.

The fruits are small, elongated in shape compared to the more rounded cherry tomato. It has a thick and firm texture and the taste has a good balance between acidic and sweet. Low in calories but with an intense aromatic flavor, the date tomato is rich in minerals, vitamins A and C.

This fruit is spherical in shape, compact and durable to the touch, with an average weight of around 100 grams. The flesh is firm and the flavor is slightly acidic. It has a good capacity to last for a long time if stored in the refrigerator.

Marinda tomatoes are grown in Sicily, around the renowned Pachino area, during the winter months and are harvested between February and May. For this reason they are known as winter tomatoes. The salty soil and water in this area give this variety of tomato a flavour rarely matched by other varieties.

It has a crunchy, fairly thick, heavily ridged skin and a firm pulp, slightly tart and incredibly full flavoured, almost salty. As opposed to summer tomatoes, which can be used both for salads and for sauces, this tomato is at its best when still shot with green (the perfect Marinda has a dark green 'shoulder') and is mainly used for salads or to be eaten raw.

The tomato, originally from Central America, arrived in Europe during the 16th century. At the time, the plant had primarily an ornamental value. It slowly spread across Europe thanks to the Bourbon Courts that were close with the Spanish royal family. According to a couple of sources, tomatoes were not considered food until the 18th century. Tomatoes arrived in the Kingdom of Naples around 1770 and the plant thrived in the fertile soil of near San Marzano. The tomato we know today is the result of a series of selection processes. The area of production of San Marzano tomatoes is located in the Campania region and more specifically in communes in the provinces of Naples, Salerno and Avellino. Tomatoes can only be grown in areas with good irrigation.

This variety is known for its long shape, red color, thin and easily peelable skin, solid pulp, few seed and bittersweet flavor. San Marzano is considered the king of tomatoes according to many of its distinctive characteristics.

Celery is a long green plant that grows in stalks with leaves on the ends. It makes an excellent low fat snack and can be eaten raw or cooked. Celery is available all year round. If you store celery, wrap top to bottom, in foil, and put it in your fridge, it will last up to 10 days without going rubbery. Celery is an excellent source of dietary fibre and a good source of Potassium, which counters an overload of Sodium in our bodies. Celery is highly versatile, it’s a great low fat snack, great in stews and casseroles and great for a little extra crunch in a salad. Celery can be eaten cooked or raw, it tastes good either way.

The early variety is readily available on the markets at the end of September. It comes in bunches with broad leaves and a white central rib. These neat little bunches of treviso chicory are compact and uniform. The narrow leaves with the dorsal rib is entirely white and the leafier outer parts a beautiful deep purplely marron colour. They are tender and crispy, sweet and has a pleasantly bitterish taste.

Belonging to the genus brassica of the mustard family, the cauliflower is a mass of tiny, tightly packed flower heads called curds, which grow from a thick central stem to form a single round head cupped by green leaves. It has a firm, almost waxy texture, and a mild, delicate flavour.

Italian garlic can easily be distinguished from other garlics by its appearance. Its solid bulb is almost uniformly round. The bulb contains a thick central stem and about six to eight plump cream colored cloves in a relatively easy-to-peel skin. The cloves are aromatic, spicy, rich and bold in flavor, and with which only increases with maturity. When eaten raw, a little bit goes a long way. With the Italian Purple garlic, Its flavor lingers for quite a while.

With roots - 80~100gr

Bundle of fresh Basil direct from Italy. It can be kept for a short time in plastic bags in the refrigerator. Basil contains essential oils which, the traditional herbal medicine, attributes analgesic, anti-inflammatory and antiseptic effects. In the kitchen has become the symbol of the Ligurian cuisine as the main ingredient of pesto.

Italian parsley can be initially distinguished from its curly counterparts by its flat deeper green loosely-toothed leaves. In fact it can be mistaken more readily for cilantro. What makes Italian parsley stand out from other parsleys, though, is its flavor, which can be attributed to its concentration of essential oils. These oils make up the backbone of its fresh peppery, tangy and floral notes. Italian Parsley is most often used fresh, to finish a dish or for garnish, but may also be cooked.

Arugula consists of vibrant green leaves attached to a pale creamy green hued stem. The leaves are lobed and can be harvested when young and mild in flavor or when fully mature at 3 or 4 inches in length. Arugula offers an herbaceous, peppery flavor with nuances of nuts and mustard. Leaves allowed to mature too long on the arugula plant will become bitter in taste. The pungent flavor of arugula is due to its high content of sulfur containing compounds known as glucosinolates.