Vegan & Vegetarian

Enjoy our Italian vegan food hamper! This gift bag pays particular attention to different dietary requirements as here the delicious penne rigate and the corn crackers are free from gluten too. Included in this bag, also peeled plum tomatoes from Southern Italy as well as gluten-free sweet treats such as crumbly Torroncini with almonds, an organic raspberry jam and a organic, milk-free hazelnut cocoa spread. All products are 100% vegan-certified!

These products come in an elegant, winter themed bag with a red silk ribbon, and can include your personalised hand-written gift card. Simply do not forget to leave a gift message as a comment at checkout, we will do the rest!

Made by using only the highest quality standards, this pack of three peeled plum tomatoes cans is a perfect option to make gorgeous dishes that are rich and strong in texture. Thanks to their versatility, they can be used for many types of pasta (such as \'Amatriciana\', \'Penne all\'arrabbiata\', \'Spaghetti alla puttanesca\') and to prepare main dishes as well (such as \'Pollo alla cacciatora\') or as a simple condiment for sausages and potatoes. 

These tomatoes are picked-up in the regions of Apulia, Molise and Basilicata, carefully selected and processed after a few hours to maintain their freshness, with attention in every step of the process. After that, the tomatoes are gently steamed and the result is peeled plum tomatoes of the highest quality and freshness. The working process in South of Italy is totally environmentally-friendly, as the tomatoes are processed only by using renewable methods. 

Organic spread made with cocoa and hazelnuts, produced with carefully selected ingredients only. Thanks to the quality of the ingredients and a very meticulous manufacturing process, Nocciolata is free from gluten, milk and dairy, and is vegan friendly. Naturally creamy, it is delicious when spread on a slice of bread or rusks, for breakfast or at any time of day.

Suitable for vegans.

An exquisite vegan alternative to traditional Torroncini nougats. Made using only high quality ingredients and following the recipe used since 1883, these crumbly nougats are perfect for those who are on a vegan diet but still want to enjoy one of the most traditional Italian sweets with their family and friends.

Gluten-Free.

Penne is one of the most famous Italian pasta shapes and is loved across Italy and the world. Penne means “pen”, and gets its name from its shape - a short cylinder-shaped pasta that has angled edges - and Rigate means "ridged". Penne Rigate complements virtually every sauce and are exceptional when paired with a chunky sauce. Also, these shapes are great for baking dishes.

Cooking time: 11 minutes.

Maccheroni, in Italy, is the name for a type of pasta shaped like a short tube. This wholemeal pasta is made from 100% Italian stone-hulled wheat and bronze drawing, and this makes the surface porous and "sauces-catching". Try these Maccheroni with a delicious mix of fresh and dried green tomatoes, some anchovy fillets and a sprinkling of salted ricotta and sliced almonds.

La Molisana whole wheat  Fusilli are prepared with the traditional La Molisana recipe: the mountain air of Molise that preserves the grain intact and ensures pure dried pasta; the spring water used for the dough that arrives cold directly from the Matese Park; stone hulling, carried out today with the most modern technologies that keep the original qualities of each single grain of wheat intact, for a rough and tenacious pasta, bronze drawn and with excellent cooking resistance.

The word "rigate" refers to the ridged outer shell of the pasta, traditionally cooked "al dente".

Mezze Penne Rigate are an original twist to traditional Penne Rigate as \'Mezze\' literally means \'Half\'. Their texture is made to hold the sauce, and we suggest to try them with either a simple tomato and basil sauce or with a delicious pesto sauce. 

"Semi di Melone" literally means "melon seeds", by whose fancy shape this small pasta is inspired. Small pasta - also known as "pastina" - mainly used for soups, can be ideal for your children\'s diet.

The word "rigate" refers to the ridged outer shell of the pasta, traditionally cooked "al dente".

"Lumache" literally means "snails" as their beautiful, fancy shape is inspired by these little field animals. Try them for your pasta salad or serve hot with any tomato sauce or sauces based on pork or beef, sausage or mushrooms.

Very thin and tasty flatbread, made without preservatives. Ideal to be served, hot or cold, with cheeses, salads and a glass of wine, or to be dipped in your favourite sauce. The original recipe is very old and was conceived for shepherds who used to stay far from home for long time. Made from hard wheat bran, salt, yeast and water.

The word "rigate" refers to the ridged outer shell of the pasta, traditionally cooked "al dente". Classic, timeless type of pasta, Penne Rigate is very popular shape in South Italy, where people generally like thicker and furrowed shapes that trap the sauce.

This pasta takes the name from its typical butterfly shape as "farfalle" literally means "butterflies" in Italian. The texture is also accentuated by the thin stripes. They are perfect for a pasta salad or when served hot with any tomato sauce. Give it a try!

A fine spread of extraordinary quality for all those in love with genuine food. Handmade sweet pistachio spreadable cream produced with three ingredients only: finest Sicilian Bronte pistachio, Nocellara dell\'Etna olive oil and sugar. Completely natural, this spread is lactose-free and preservative-free, therefore suitable for those with particular dietary requirements. Let the taste and goodness of real Sicilian pistachio nuts inebriate your senses!

This product is 100% natural and completely free from GMO, milk, dairy, emulsifiers, hydrogenated fats and palm oil.

Suitable for vegans.

HALAL-CERTIFIED

Alce Nero vegetable stock cube is made without palm oil and the recipe, which has been specially created with four different kinds of vegetable (onion, celery, carrot and parsley), is particularly delicate. Available in a convenient box containing 10 stock cubes.

Fresh potatoes ideal for making delicious purees, mashed potatoes or classic Italian gnocchi. Also excellent as a side dish, both fried and baked, and to be used for jacked potatoes. They can also be boiled and then served, for example as a salad, as they retain moisture very well. A superlative potato variety for all uses!

You can almost taste the Mediterranean sun in these high-quality vine tomatoes.

These delicious and colourful tomatoes are as natural as they come. Their robust flavour is the perfect pairing for an array of Italian meals. Eat them on their own or inside a sandwich, panini or piadina. You can also roast them and serve with white fish, or simply add them to your favourite pasta.

Tomatoes are an all-rounder, which is why you should invest in the very best. 

With a rich, full-bodied, mildly acidic flavour, cherry tomatoes are a staple in Italian cuisine. You can cook them for your own Passata and then use as a base for a range of pasta dishes, or simply eat them raw in a caprese salad, roast them in the oven or cut them and use them as the perfect topping to your own pizza.

Fresh lemons for an authentic, irresistible Mediterranean scent.

Whether it is a light squirt over the top of grilled fish, meat or even avocado, or the strong zing within a Pannacotta, the zesty fruit is sure to not disappoint. These fresh lemons are the perfect ingredients for your homemade cakes, juices and cocktails.

Italy offers a great variety of high quality blond and blood oranges. Depending on the season we will have the availability of the red Tarocco Sicilian oranges or the classic orange.

Delicious red onions. Eat them raw in salads or add them to your favourite cooking sauces or your egg \'frittata\'. Roasted or grilled, you can use them as a topping for pizza together with cheese and tuna. Size and shape may vary.

It\'s the best pear in the kitchen. Abate\'s fruits are good if consumed fresh, but the sodium pulper makes Abate the best pear in the kitchen. Remarkable are the recipes that see Abate cooked in red wine or served together with chocolate as a dessert.

This pear is a big sized fruit, slightly elongated shape with a wide base, dark skin, sometimes a total russet, white-yellow and medium-thin flesh, slightly granular, with good taste and aroma. It is usually eaten at the end of a meal, above all in combination with soft and blue cheese, ideal when cooked with a thin layer of caramel before serving.

Most widely used for cooking - but great on their own too - these green apples are perfect for desserts, such as in a pie or an apple strudel.

Undoubtedly one of the most important apple varieties of the 20th century, both as a commercial variety in its own right, and as breeding stock for many other varieties. Very good flavor when home-grown.

Golden Delicious apples are firm, crisp, and white-fleshed. These apples have a balanced sweet-tart aromatic flavour, which has been described as honeyed. The flavour varies depending on where these apples are grown; in a cool climate, the number of acid increases, actually creating a sweeter flavour. When grown in warmer areas, the acid content is lower, creating a milder flavour. The sweet-tartness of the Golden Delicious means this apple is a good fresh eating variety. Fresh, raw apple slices may be added to green salads, fruit salads, or grain salads. Golden Delicious apples also have the necessary acid content and stability for baking. They can be baked into crisps, crumbles, tarts, cakes, galettes, and breads. Apple slices may also be cooked down into preserves and kinds of butter, or pureed into sauces and soups.

Fresh and vivid red apples, with a pleasant sweet note.

Eat them as a snack at any time of the day, or cut them into slices for a fresh salad together with walnuts and balsamic vinagrette, or even bake them with pork chops or sausages.

Use fresh aubergines for a traditional Sicilian \'Caponata\' or \'Pasta alla Norma\', or combine them with stronger flavours such as goat\'s cheese, figs, bacon or anchovies. For an interesting Italian-style dish, slice it, then top with pesto, a slice of beef tomato and mozzarella and a drizzle of olive oil, then put in the oven for 15 minutes. Voilà!

Thanks to their subtle yet filling flavour, courgettes are exceedingly popular as a replacement for standard carbohydrates.

Endlessly versatile, courgettes can turn any store cupboard ingredient into a respectable meal. Thanks to their subtle yet filling flavour, courgettes are currently a buzzword in the food world with health fanatics using them to make courgetti (courgette spaghetti) or zoats (zucchini oats), replacing standard carbohydrates. To eat them the Italian way, add them to pasta alla norma, turn them into a gratin or blend with Parmigiano into a fresh tasting but hearty soup.

Radicchio is one of the most iconic Italian vegetables, with a nutty taste than its wine-red leaves.

In Italy, Radicchio is classically added to risottos and tomato sauces or simply grilled and dressed in olive oil. The bitter flavour pairs well with sweet sour, fatty and salty accompaniments such as citrus, pear, pomegranate, tomato, balsamic vinegar, walnuts, anchovies, cream based dressings and sauces, candied pecans, salted meats such as bacon and salami, black pepper and provolone, parmesan and gorgonzola cheeses.

The biggest olives in the world, these beauties from Cerignola (Puglia) have a voluptuous and full form, with a snappy texture and creamy taste.

Best enjoyed with an Aperol or Campari Spritz or a refreshing beer!

Suitable for vegans.

Freshly hand-picked mushrooms, boiled and marinated with fresh parsley and garlic and infused with extra-virgin olive oil according to the traditional Italian practice of \'Sott’olio\'.

\'Sott’olio\' vegetables can be a delicious appetizer or Aperitivo on a slice of crunchy toasted bread, giving your classic bruschetta an extra kick! Also, do not throw away the tasty, vegetable-infused olive oil left in the jar: use it for cooking or season your salads with it!