Every list of Italian pastries has to include the classic cannoli. Arguably Italy’s most famous dessert, cannoli can be eaten at any time of day, even for breakfast.

Insalata mista- Mixed Italian leaves, basil, mint, cucumber and datterini tomatoes with fresh goat’s cheese and aged balsamic vinegar 110kcal Recently Vincotto has been gaining popularity among the culinary world. Unlike vinegar, Vincotto is, as the name indicates, cooked wine. It’s also used as a final flavoring to mostly sweet dishes but it can go well with pork and other white meat. Canned Food Flour: When it comes to flour I ALWAYS have type 00 in my pantry and minimum 2 bags...why? Because it makes the most amazing pizza bases! I'm pretty addicted to pizza and can honestly say that this is the perfect flour for making the best pizzas at home, I also use the same flour for making focaccia. After living it Italy I discovered they also use type 0 flour for pizza bases but it's harder to come by and 00 does that job.Mozzarella-Mozzarella with mixed tomatoes, basil, toasted pagnotta bread and shaved ricotta salata 219kcal

Fresh herbs and spices are added to many Italian dishes to enhance flavor; the most common are oregano, basil, sage, rosemary, parsley, hot pepper, thyme. Italians seldom cook without using some of these beloved herbs and spices. Basil is the scent of summer and a herb that can transform any dish into a gourmet dish. Sage, parsley and rosemary are among the most widely used herbs in the Italian kitchen. Sage is used to enhance roasts, beans and potatoes. Rosemary is great on roasts, and even for some sweets. Parsley, rich in vitamins A, B, C and iron, is excellent with seafood, boiled potatoes and essential for the preparation of many sauces. Once I have my main ingredients like tomatoes, olive oil, Chili Peppers, garlic and basil, I can make my own marinara sauce or any other sauce, it’s really not that difficult.Still dreaming of the amaretti from that beautiful Tuscan artisanal bakery? That’s why we bring them to you! The pantry has many sweet Italian treats like cannoli, amaretti and Baci to remind you of your travels. And of course we can’t forget the Gluten Free options too – you’ll find all the same delights made without wheat in our Gluten Free section.

The king of hard cheeses, Parmigiano-Reggiano takes its special place in Italian cooking. Rich, sharp and intense flavor with a granular texture make Parmigiano-Reggiano an inevitable part of any recipe. Everyone knows some of the best wines out there come from Italian vineyards! Our wines range all the way from Tuscany and Veneto, down to Puglia and many more. Ask us for help with food pairings and tasting information to find the perfect red, white or rosé for you. Of course we offer the classic delight of a warm, fruity Amarone, waiting for you in store! Hot Dinners Best Cookbooks of 2022The Times Best Food Books of 2022"I love this book, full of joyfully simple, scrumptious, honest cooking - Theo has created the most delicious dishes.In the Italian pantry you would also find preserved food, in cans or jars. Tuna ( Tonno) in olive oil is great in a salad with cannellini beans and scallions, or even in a pasta sauce with fresh tomatoes and Capers. Fennel Seeds: I think this is my favourite spice ever I just LOVE the flavour and it's often found in a lot of seasonings for sausages and pork roasts. I use it in pasta sauces too, it adds a really special flavour! Of course, no Italian meal is complete without the addition of fresh basil. It has quite a strong peppery and sweet aroma and is capable to turn any plain recipe into a burst-of-flavor delight. For a recipe beyond classic pesto, try my Stovetop Grilled Vegetable Panini. They are loaded with vegetables, melty cheese and and incredible flavor. In the local dialect, sporcamuss means ‘dirty mouth’. The unusual name highlightsthe fact that it’s pretty much impossible to bite into one without getting cream and sugar all over your mouth and face. Don’t forget to grab a napkin! Marinated Lake District lamb rump with slow-cooked potato, green beans, aubergine, tomatoes, grilled red peppers and lamb jus