Extraordinary Food of Distinctive Quality
The peaches selected for the Gentile Conserves program are grown in Altavilla Silentina in Salerno. They ripen at the end of the summer, during which Mamma Maria personally goes to the fields to choose the best fruits. Harvested at dawn, they are processed entirely by hand: washed, pitted, and placed in jars with water and…
The Corbarino is an ancient variety of tomato that has been recovered in recent years; now a special, sought-after variety. It has an elongated shape – like a lightbulb – and a bright, red color. It has a bittersweet flavor and significant levels of Vitamins A and C. According to the Associazione Verace Pizza, Corbarino…
Passata di Pomodoro is made of Kiros tomatoes (like San Marzanos, but without the DOP certification) that have been hand-selected by the women who run the tomato program at Gentile. The tomatoes are then blanched, drained, strained to remove the seeds and skins, and then jarred in the Gentile tradition, pasteurized and cooled. This more…
Now we have equally authentic pasta cuts for the little ones! We are all a little attached to alphabet pasta and associate it with carefree memories. The selected semolina wheat used in this pasta is strictly of Italian origin and of the best quality, including the Senatore Capelli variety which is renowned for cooking to al-dente.…
Now we have equally authentic pasta cuts for the little ones! Wheels are one of the most loved pasta shapes by children, as they make every dish cheerful and can be easily enjoyed with a skillful grab of the fork. The selected semolina wheat used in this pasta is strictly of Italian origin and of…
Now we have equally authentic pasta cuts for the little ones! Le Pipe Rigate is a format that fascinates children, intent on focusing attention on the double opening, which in their eyes is perfect for keeping mysterious treasures, the result of a daring fantasy. Easy to eat with a spoon, the striped pipes lend themselves…
Now we have equally authentic pasta cuts for the little ones! I Fusilli (twist) seems to bring adults and children together and is one of the most common and recognizable Italian shapes for kids. The selected semolina wheat used in this pasta is strictly of Italian origin and of the best quality, including the Senatore…
Now we have equally authentic pasta cuts for the little ones! A classic of the Italian tradition, Pennette Rigate is usually present in almost all the pantries of each family. Le Pennette is the mini version of Pennette Rigate and children recognize this shape as an iconic pasta cut. The selected semolina wheat used in…
In Naples, Mafalde were once known as ‘Fettucelle of the Rich’ and subsequently dedicated to Princess Mafalda of Savoy and renamed “Mafaldine”. These are long, wide, flat noodles with rippled edges that are narrower than lasagna but able to stand up to a rich cream or meat sauce. If tossing with sauce, lasagna and mafalde…
Lasagne is a classic Neapolitan shape. It has a special place on the Mardi Gras table known as Lasagne di Carneval. This dish typically is made with a Neapolitan meat ragu of pork and beef and may include slices of hardboiled egg. The selected semolina wheat used in this pasta is strictly of Italian origin and…