To all of our passionate customers who have been checking in weekly on the status of our Sicilian Olive Oil, we have one thing to say: “Thank you.” Thank you for your patience and enthusiasm, and thank you for keeping the pressure on us to relaunch this wonderful product. We believe your patience will be
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Take a trip to Italy and you might find yourself particularly enthralled by the Aperitivo. The word “aperitivo” is drawn from the Latin root, “to open”, and refers to the refreshing drink and enticing snack you enjoy before dinner to whet your palate for the next course. Yep, the Italians have found a way to
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by Leslie Uhl, CCP When it comes to la famiglia at Di Bruno’s, we incorporate quite a lot into the concept. In light of recent events in the wide world of olive oils, I spoke with the one and only Scott C., Procurement Manager and expert on just about everything we import to our stores. Scott’s
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It’s not a mustard and not a jam! So then what is it?? Mostardas are a Northern Italian condiment, combining the best of two worlds—candied fruit and mustard flavored syrup, to create a mouthwatering and versatile additions to your next recipes or cheese plates. Although the existence of mustard is slight in this prominently sweet
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Culinary pioneering requires culinary exploration. Over the years, Di Bruno Bros. has traveled across the globe scouting culinary wonders on the search for the next perfect bite. Here’s a look into seven (and a half—we’re in the middle of a few now) trips that have shaped our product offerings, food knowledge, and helped make us who
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The theme of today’s visits centered on the combination of the Italian approach to tradition combined with innovation. The quote, “L’innovazione e’ la traduzione riuscita bene,” or “Innovation is the result of well managed tradition,” came from Mirella Galloni, the daughter of the founder of Fratelli Galloni. Our fourth day in Italy ended in Parma with a visit to one of the Galloni prosciuttifici (prosciutto crudo plants.)
I had a “kid in a candy store” moment when I noticed cylinders of cheese wrapped in paper among the traditionally shaped Parmigiano Reggiano wedges. “Questo e’ il cuore? (Is this the heart)?” I asked the chef. Yes, he confirmed. They cut the heart of the wheels of Parmigiano Reggiano out, shaped in small cylinders and sell them separately. Since the heart ripens faster, it’s always the most delicious part of the wheel – something commonly overlooked.
A few months ago, we sent our Imports & Exports Procurement Manager, Scott Case, on an Italian trade mission to Italy. Along with representatives from several other specialty retailers from around the USA, he scoured local markets and shops for new products and visited with several producers of authentic Italian specialty products. This effort was to bolster trade with Italy and to ensure that the word is getting out about the great work these small, artisan producers are doing.
A few months ago, we sent our Imports & Exports Procurement Manager, Scott Case, on an Italian trade mission to Italy. Along with representatives from several other specialty retailers from around the USA, he scoured local markets and shops for new products and visited with several producers of authentic Italian specialty products. This effort was to bolster trade with Italy and to ensure that the word is getting out about the great work these small, artisan producers are doing.
