Please note this item has a Best Before date of 30/07/2013 and has been discounted for this reason. You can rest assured it has been kept in an ideal storage environment and will remain in perfect condition for well beyond this date. You also have our full-refund peace of mind guarantee if you aren't completely satisfied with it.

A great chance to get hold of a gourmet Italian starter at a great price. Don't miss out - last piece remaining.

A delightful and tasty antipasto from Sicily. The flesh from premium quality Sicilian aubergines is filleted and then combined with natural aromatic herbs, spices and a hint of chilli to produce a magnificent taste of the Mediterranean.

Delicious on its own served on crostini, toast or crackers. They can also be used in pasta or rice salads, risottos and as a pairing for cheese, cured meats and hams as well as grilled meats. Easy! Another classic tapenade to add to the platter.

Not sure which Italian starters to choose or quantities per person? Drop us a line, we can advise on the most suitable menu, quantities, serving suggestions etc. to make sure your event is a fantastic success!

01227 261909 or customerservice@mediterraneandirect.co.uk

Buristo is the ancient, classic Tuscan black pudding from Siena. It is even mentioned in Homer's Odyssey as a prize given to Ulysses.

Our Buristo is prepared by 80 year old artisan expert, Signor Gelli at his workshop near the lovely Siena and San Gimignano area. Mr Gelli follows traditional recipes which include seasoning with citrus fruit, sultanas, pinenuts and Tuscan spices to produce a blood sausage which is soft, almost creamy, with a lovely aroma and delicate yet spicy flavour.

Buristo is getting harder to find even in Italy and is quite rare in the UK. Try it on panino, as part of a cured meat platter or as a side to boiled meat dishes, with a nice glass of Tuscan red.

NB this is an artisan cured meat produced by hand and weights may vary slightly. Only £10.69/kg

Delicious chocolate Cantuccini biscotti presented in a beautiful "vecchi tempi" old-style bag. Makes a lovely gift idea.

These biscuits are made by the Belli family Biscottificio from Prato, Tuscany, the home of Cantuccini

The combination of the finest local raw materials - quality dark chocolate, fresh pasteurised eggs and best butter - with the passion and expertise of the Belli family make an outstanding biscuit.  The Belli family has been producing cantuccini since 1958 and still today strictly adhere to the family recipes and timless artisan processes of Tuscan pastry preparation. 

Cantuccini are lovely at any time, with tea or coffee or as an after dinner treat.

Delicious Almond Cantuccini presented in a beautiful "vecchi tempi" old style bag. Makes a lovely gift idea

They are made by the Belli family Biscottificio from Prato, Tuscany, the home of Cantuccini! These Cantuccini "Extra" contain 25% finest almonds to give an extra-special taste!

The combination of the finest local raw materials - the best almonds, fresh pasteurised eggs and quality butter - with the artisan passion and expertise of the Belli family make an outstanding almond biscuit.  The Belli family has been producing cantuccini since 1958 and still today strictly adhere to the family recipes of Tuscan pastry cooking. Delicious on their own with tea or coffee or try dipping them into one of our Vinsanto for an original and luscious way to round off dinner.

Please note this item has a Best Before date of 01/07/2013 and has been discounted for this reason. You can rest assured it has been kept in an ideal storage environment and will remain in perfect condition for well beyond this date. You also have our full-refund peace of mind guarantee if you aren't completely satisfied with it.

A great chance to get hold of some traditional Italian polenta at a great price. Don't miss out - very few pieces remaining.

Delicious traditional polenta is so easy to prepare, just add water, heat and stir. This is the yellow polenta flour made from carefully selected maize cultivated in the Po Valley in north Italy (best quality) which is finely ground to make a smooth, yellow polenta.

Polenta is an incredibly versatile ingredient and makes a great alternative to potatoes, rice or pasta. Use it as a side to meat dishes or as a base for hearty ragu sauces.

Comes in a 750g bag.

If you like Polenta, we're sure you'll find some other Italian goodies on our site. We have over 600 classic artisan Italian products to choose from. Why not have a shop around and reduce delivery costs or even get free delivery?

Please note this item has a Best Before date of 19/05/2013 and has been discounted for this reason. You can rest assured it has been kept in an ideal storage environment and will remain in perfect condition for well beyond this date. You also have our full-refund peace of mind guarantee if you aren't completely satisfied with it.

A great chance to get hold of a gourmet cured meat at a great price. Don't miss out - very few pieces remaining.

If you're ever in the Siena area of Tuscany, keep a look out for Italy's most famous onion: the sweet and delicious Certaldo onion with PDO status, Cipolla di Certaldo DOP.

Gelli Salumi, artisan maestros in the art of curing meat, hail from Certaldo and couldn't resist the temptation to blend this local delicacy with their finest cured pork salami.

The result is an exclusive and unique salami which is deliciously flavoured and makes a perfect and original addition to any cold meat selection or on pizza or pasta dishes.

It's amazing onion shape is sure to get your guests talking!

NB. this is an artisan cured meat, made by hand and weights may vary very slightly. £23.59/kg.

Ditalini Rigate pasta from the fine Granoro pasta range from Puglia.

Ditalini Rigate (little thimbles) are a great pasta shape - small tubes with ridges along the sides and are one of the most popular pastas for minestrone, soups and al brodo or in broths. Another classic use is the wonderful pasta e fagioli or pasta and beans. Try them with our Borlotti beans for a traditional and simple Italian meal. Ditalini are also great for pasta salads and kids love them too!

The Granoro Pasta Range

Premium quality durum wheat and innovative production methods make the Granoro pasta range an excellent choice for everyday use. It is produced using special processes which maintain the natural quality and goodness of the wheat and bring out all its flavour. The pasta cooks to perfection every time and effortlessly binds sauces to give deliciously balanced and full flavoured pasta dishes.

Please note this item has a Best Before date of 23/07/2013 and has been discounted for this reason. You can rest assured it has been kept in an ideal storage environment and will remain in perfect condition for well beyond this date. You also have our full-refund peace of mind guarantee if you aren't completely satisfied with it.

A great chance to get hold of some gourmet chocolates at a great price. Don't miss out - very few pieces remaining.

These chocolate Dragées combine Italy's finest hazelnuts and almonds which are covered in a unique pure blend of chocolate.

World-famous aromatic hazelnuts from the Langhe area of Piedmont and sweet almonds from Puglia really stand out in this original, gourmet product. They are coated with a special blend of milk and dark chocolate (60% cocoa) and finished with a sprinkling of extra-fine cocoa powder. Made by cratsman and artist, Andrea Slitti (Italian chocolatier of the year) in his workshop near Pistoia in Tuscany.

They come in a wonderfully decorated presentation box and make an original, delicious gift for anyone.

Please note this item has a Best Before date of 11/07/2013 and has been discounted for this reason. You can rest assured it has been kept in an ideal storage environment and will remain in perfect condition for well beyond this date. You also have our full-refund peace of mind guarantee if you aren't completely satisfied with it.

A great chance to get hold of a gourmet flavoured oil at a great price. Don't miss out - very few pieces remaining.

This extravirgin olive oil flavoured with Oregano is part of a selection of quality flavoured oils from Umbria. They all have there own distinct character and uses, but they all start from the same basic ingredient: a premium quality extravirgin olive oil from a small local frantoio (olive mill) in Umbria. 

The oregano is left to rest in the oil and infuses all its natural flavour and aroma. You can see it in the bottle!

Oregano is a classy herb. Richly flavoured and spicy it pairs perfectly with the lighter elegance of the olive oil and is ideal on tomato-based sauces, pizza, grilled meats and seafood. It adds depth to all kinds of soups and sauces

Ingredients: Extravirgin olive oil from Umbria, oregano.

Other oils include chilli, sage, marjoram, rosemary, lemon and basil.

NB new stock of this product is also available in this category.

Please note this item has a Best Before date of 30/07/2013 and has been discounted for this reason. You can rest assured it has been kept in an ideal storage environment and will remain in perfect condition for well beyond this date. You also have our full-refund peace of mind guarantee if you aren't completely satisfied with it.

A great chance to get hold of a gourmet pesto from Sicily at a great price. Don't miss out - very few pieces remaining.

The Fennel pesto from Etna Conserve is one of the most unique and delightfully tasting Italian pesto sauces.

Combining the lovely taste of wild fennel with Italy's finest sundried tomatoes, olive oils and capers produces a pesto sauce that is a true delicacy of the Med and found in countless recipes. Perfect not only for bread toppings but also to accompany pastas, this pesto sauce is a rare delight and a little gem exclusively from Sicily.

Large format size, perfect for dinner parties or special occasions.

This Fennel salame or Finocchiona is made by Gelli Salumi from near Siena in Tuscany. Our best selling salame, made from premium quality pork with the addition of wild fennel seeds and aromatic Tuscan herbs. It is expertly prepared using timeless Tuscan artisan curing processes by the maestro himself, 80 year old Signor Gelli. (We've been to visit Signor Gelli at his workshop on numerous occasions and after well over half a century of working with cured meats, his boyish enthusiasm as he speaks about his latest batch of creations is contagious and enthralling to behold. Great character!)

It has a soft texture and really does melt in your mouth. The herbs and wild fennel extend their flavours and combine perfectly with the lean pork during the curing process to produce a stunning version of this Tuscan classic. Guaranteed hit as part of a platter of antipasti at the dinner table and makes wonderful sandwiches as well.

From Certaldo, near Siena in Tuscany.

This is the mini-salame version. Also available in 500g size and larger catering sizes up to 3kg.

NB this is an artisan cured meat made by hand and weights may differ slightly. Approx £18.49/kg

Beautiful gift box with 300g of hand-made biscuits from Tuscany. Contains classic almond cantuccini, chocolate cantuccini and Brutti Buoni, delicious almond biscuits with crunchy exterior and soft interior.

They are made by the Belli family Biscottificio in Prato, Tuscany, the home of Cantuccini!

The combination of the finest local raw materials with the passion and expertise of the Belli family make outstanding biscuits.

The Belli family has been producing biscotti since 1958 and still today strictly adhere to the family recipes of Tuscan pastry preparation. Delicious on their own with tea or coffee or try dipping them into one of our Vinsanto for an original and luscious way to round off dinner. Its beautiful presentation box makes this a great gift idea.

Outstanding Price/Quality product.