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Sardines fished from the cold waters off of Brittany, France and preserved with the always flavorful and aromatic Espelette pepper. A sweet, smoky and just slightly spicy bit of French Conserva that's perfectly at home alongside a bit of basque sheep's milk cheese and a crisp white wine.

Situated on the land surrounding Chateau Montfrin in the Côtes du Rhône, the Moulin des Ombres (“Mill of Shadows”) produces this aromatic French oil from organic Kappa and Rosciola olives. Bright and balanced, the Moulin presents tart apple and green tomato notes, making it one of our favorite summertime oils; try it over grilled eggplant and bitter greens, or atop your favorite young goat cheese.

An award-winning single-olive oil made with Hojiblanca olives grown on La Cultivada’s biodynamic estate in Andalucía, Spain. True to Spanish style, Cultivada’s Hojiblanca is a luscious, full-bodied, sweet oil, with notes of bell pepper and Marcona almond. A lingering, lightly peppery finish makes it an incredibly versatile option to keep in your pantry.

Jam makers Bresca Dorada use hand picked local citrus from the Sarrabus region of Sardinia to create delicate and delicious jam. Cooking their jam at lower temperatures ensures that the flavor and fragrance of the orange is not lost and captures the essence of the sunny, Sardinian coast. 

Native Taggiasca olives are harvested from the Armato family groves in coastal Liguria and pressed on heritage stone mills. The cold extraction yields a sweet and nutty oil with a rich, dense mouthfeel. Perfect drizzled over ripe melon slices finished with sea salt for a stellar summer snack. 

Carrying on a timeless Turin tradition, Venchi's Baciodidama bar is a layer of silky chocolate on top of a PGI Hazelnut biscuit and a thin layer of white chocolate. An intricately layered and delicious Piedmontese chocolate. 

Two of our favorite Italian estate producers have joined forces to bring us this artfully spicy honey. The Bianco family harvests linden flower honey from its busy Piedmontese hives and infuses it with estate-grown Calabrian peperoncini and a touch of bright pink peppercorn. This honey is equally perfect as a topping for your next pizza night or drizzled on slices of your favorite Italian sheep's milk (we're fans of the Pecorino Tuada). 

Aged for one year, this mixed-milked sheep and cow cheese has flavors that land somewhere between a bright, mouthwatering pecorino and a rich robust asiago—with a creamy-but-toothsome texture that will convince even the pickiest of cheese eaters that there's more to life than just cheddar. Try it melted on a grilled cheese or straight off the block as a next-level midnight snack

Produced with goat's milk singularly sourced from the herb-laden hills of Gerrei in south-eastern Sardinia, the subtle flavors of Lentischio are unmistakably fragrant and floral; notes of citrus and artichoke hide within the dense, crumbly paste of this truly exceptional aged caprino: the perfect cheese for lovers of Sardinian pecorinos looking to branch into new and exciting territory.

 

The original iteration of marmelada dating back to Roman times was made with quince — the classic fruit of health, love, and good fortune. Made using Vermont-grown quince and cooked down to a bright red jam, this rich, tangy spread is glorious on a bit of toast with a swipe of Beurre de Baratte.

An ancient confection native to the Iberian Peninsula, this Membrillo is made using Vermont-grown quince fruit and maple syrup. Firm and sliceable, sweet and tangy, Membrillo is easily paired with most cheeses; try it with a bit of Vermont Shepherd’s Verano for a local take on a traditional favorite.

Made from myrtle berries sourced from local Sarrabus farms, this jam is crafted with five times the minimum amount of fruit required by law. It is then cooked at low temperatures, which helps to preserve the original fragrance and taste of the fresh fruit; notes of rosemary and fennel seed complement a rich texture and a subtle lingering sweetness which make this jam the perfect compliment to bright, grassy Sardinian cheeses.

Graza's new line of Olive Oils bring a transparent approach to their back-to-basics production process. Their Andalusian producers harvest, crush, press and filter, producing a mouth wateringly fresh olive oil that is never blended. Match this quality with a quirky squeeze bottle and you have a product destined to be a kitchen staple.

Made from 100% Spanish Picual olives picked early in the season, this 'drizzle' finishing oil has a bold, slightly spicy flavor perfect for dressing salads, making savory chermoula, or dipping focaccia. 

Graza's new line of Olive Oils brings a transparent approach to their back-to-basics production process. Their Andalusian producers harvest, crush, press and filter, producing a mouth wateringly fresh olive oil that is never blended. Match this quality with a quirky squeeze bottle and you have a product destined to be a kitchen staple.

Made from 100% Spanish Picual olives picked and pressed mid-season, this EVOO is buttery and smooth; perfect for pan-fried, herb encrusted fish or squid. 

A crisp and delicious cheese from La Mancha, La Boina is named for the traditional spanish shepherd's cap. Cheesemakers Finca Fuentillezjos are predominantly known as Manchego makers but here they have made an equally traditional style, crafting an un-pressed cheese with a round, rich flavor with notes of vanilla yogurt and cereal milk. La Boina only recently arrived in the United States and is already a monger favorite.

Martin, one of three founders of Fangst, spent many hours of his youth visiting Trout farms with his father, a biologist dedicated to the development of Danish aquaculture. This Juniper smoked, delicately textured fish is a reminder of that legacy, expertly seasoned with fragrant Lemon Thyme that elevates it from delicious to exceptional. This fish really shines when served atop a bit of crusty baguette with a glass of Chenin Blanc.

A mellow, crisp and lightly herbaceous goat's milk tomme made by veteran cheesemaker Veronica Pedraza on the shores of Lake Michigan. St. Germain is a firm but smooth-textured cheese that's sure to appeal to lovers of classic Spanish & Southern Italian goat's cheeses but balanced enough to help your goat-phobic friends expand their horizons.

A bright and bold mixture of confit lemon and chilis mixed with sardines fished from the waters surrounding Brittany France and preserved at the Gonidec family cannery. A positively sunny tasting conserva best enjoyed alongside greens and a nice Chablis.

Sweet and delicate cockles, hand-harvested from the Estuaries of Portugal and Northern Spain. These Cockles are processed within hours of harvest to preserve their texture and delicate flavor. Add them to your next charcuterie board with alongside a lively Spanish Wine and save the flavorful brine for sauce.

A new shape from Giampiero Bea. Like his other pastas, it is created using Senatore Capelli whole durum wheat grown on the Bea estate, ground into flour using a thousand-year old mill, and then sent to Pasta Fabbri, a fifth generation pasta maker in Chianti, where it is drawn through using antique bronze molds. This pasta holds sauce exceptionally well, try it with a traditional ragu or pasta a la norma.

In the 1860s, cowherd Giuseppe Pedroni used his lottery winnings to buy several farms and renovate an old benedictine monastery into a roadside tavern, where he began producing balsamic vinegar using his empty Marsala and beer barrels.

Six generations later, Giuseppe III carries on his namesake and family's legacy, hosting visitors to the tavern and making balsamic according to traditional methods. Trebbiano di Spagna and Ruggine grape varieties are pressed, cooked, fermented, and then aged in a series of barrels made of different types of wood, a process referred to as a 'battery.' This resulting vinegar is slightly syrupy, well-balanced and sweet with a distinctive earthy richness. Try it drizzled over Bea pasta, tossed into a risotto, or served simply on pieces of Parmigiano Reggiano.

 

Porto Muinos combines one of Spain's signature products with diver foraged Seaweed for  unique and delicious vegetarian Conserva. Their Kombu is harvested by hand and adds a distinct body to these preserved smoky and sweet Spanish peppers. Best enjoyed with a bit of robust goat's or sheep's milk cheese and something from our charcuterie case.

A second-generation family owned business in Galicia, Spain. Porto Muinos are bringing innovative pairings to the world of Conserva by combining wild-harvested Galician Seafood with locally foraged seaweeds. This combination brings together sweet Razor Clams with a snappy and bright variety of Seaweed known as Sea Spaghetti. Along with a bit of garlic oil, this Conserva is a tapa in itself.

These travel-sized salami have a cult following - and for good reason. Woman-owned salumeria Coro does their small-batch curing just outside of Seattle using responsibly raised pork and globally-sourced spices. Their Mole salami is liberally seasoned with cocoa, cinnamon, and chipotle for a warming bit of spice.

Made by veteran cheesemaker Walter Rass high in the mountains of St Gallen, Switzerland.  Challerhocker is an evolution of Walter's Appenzeller recipe. By altering a number of factors in his cheesemaking process, Walter has created a more savory, yet slightly caramelly cheese that calls to mind roasted meat and cooked peanuts. Made using his own culture blend and homemade rennet, Challerhocker represents the culmination of Walter's cheesemaking expertise.