Gourmet

Cicerchia - Organic Legumes of Sicily
Cicerchia is a little known but no less good legume than lentils, chickpeas or beans. Produced from organic cultivation, our cicerchia is rich in proteins and is considered among the best grain legumes for food quality. Typical Sicilian product, the cicerchia has recently been rediscovered and is used to make gourmet dishes.

Brutti ma Buoni is an Italian cookie similar to a meringue cookie only it contains nuts. It has a wonderfully crisp exterior with a texture that is soft and chewy. Fantastic with a cup of tea or coffee.

Bronte PDO Pistachio Cream - Sweet spreadable cream
Not all Pistachio creams taste of Pistachio. Try the spread made with real DOP Bronte Pistachios and you will discover the difference. This delicious Pistachio Cream contains 45% of "Pistachio Verde di Bronte DOP". Treat yourself to an unforgettable moment of sweetness, enjoying it on a slice or as a filling for croissants, cakes and crêpes.

The prickly pear honey is a natural product obtained from breeding of bees that collect nectar in the numerous plantations of Sicily. It is characterized by its extreme sweetness and the color yellow. It can be combined with cheese or intense flavor. Highly regarded for its therapeutic properties, excellent remedy for diseases of the liver and control of intestines.

It 'sa natural honey flavored with almonds from Sicily, suitable for breakfast or to sweeten tea. Can also be used in the kitchen to prepare cakes, like pancakes with honey, honey cookies or to flavor main dishes of white meat.

Sicilian delicate pitted Nocellara Etnea green olives
Enjoy the best Sicilian green Nocellara Etnea olives, without shell with a delicate taste to be used in numerous dishes and recipes of Sicilian cuisine.
Grown and processed in Southern Italy (Paternò) in an artisanal way and without using preservatives. Perfect to combine during aperitifs, starters, buffets and first courses. Keep in a cold and dry place. After opening, consume within 7/10 days.

Appetizing condiment for spicy chilli bruschetta
This spicy sauce produced by the Ortoledda company contains typical Sicilian ingredients, harvested in a perfect environment and climate for quality products, processed without the addition of colorings or preservatives.
Spicy condiment widely used in Sicilian cuisine, ideal for seasoning bruschetta or for making various delicious recipes.
This product has few ingredients, processed according to ancient Sicilian recipes and traditions, using few spices and aromatic plants.

Fiasconaro's Panettone with Almonds is a classic panettone with raisins covered with crunchy almond icing and whole Avola almonds. The craftsmanship and the use of mother yeast with slow 3-day leavening give it softness and fragrance. Packaged in an elegant tin decorated with the motifs of the Sicilian cart and with the characters of the Opera dei Pupi, it is an excellent Christmas gift idea. Artistic creativity and goodness enclosed in a collectible tin.

Perciasacchi Flour is a whole durum wheat flour obtained from the stone milling of Perciasacchi wheat, an ancient Sicilian wheat often called "Sicilian kamut" improperly because, according to recent studies, the Sicilian native cultivar already existed before the kamut.

Masseria Biologica Extra Virgin Olive Oil is a superior quality organic oil, cold extracted and obtained from "Verdello", a low yield cultivar that gives a very valuable oil.

Valuable Cantabrian White Tuna from controlled fishing
Firm and delicious white tuna fillets from the Cantabrian Sea in olive oil. Precious tuna fillets with a unique and unmistakable taste. In addition to being tasty, Alalunga tuna is good for you because it is particularly rich in Omega 3, excellent allies against cholesterol.

Slow Food Presidium, Fior of wholemeal sea salt flavored with oregano is a fine salt harvested by saline experts. Harvested naturally, it is not subjected to chemical treatments and does not contain additives.

Small capers from Salina in salt – Caper from the Aeolian Islands DOP
Small capers of 6/7/8/9 mm, with a solid structure, with oleic acid above 6% and an intense and aromatic flavor and aroma. Native caper of the island of Salina unique and unmistakable, thanks to the care in cultivation, the climate and the volcanic terroir of the island rich in minerals such as iron, phosphorus, potassium and calcium. Salina capers with extraordinary characteristics thanks to which they have obtained the DOP recognition as "Caper of the Aeolian Islands".

A really chunky soup packed with with kidney beans, cicerchia and chickpeas. Cicerchia is rich in proteins and is considered among the best grain legumes for food quality. Excellent in combination with red beans and chickpeas to prepare gourmet soups.

ColomBacco - Colomba with Pistachio cream
If at Christmas you love to taste a slice of panettone, at Easter you cannot miss the Colomba, let alone ColomBacco. A delicious 56-hour slow rising pistachio colomba, Colombacco is a Sicilian product made with the best products, from eggs from free-range hens to the best pistachio in the world produced on the extraordinary lava terroir of Etna.

One of the most popular chocolates in Italy is Modica chocolate, made in Sicily. The tradition of chocolate making in Sicily came about centuries ago when the natives were taught the traditional process by Spaniards, beginning by collecting cacao beans (more about their influence on Sicilian Cuisine in this post). 

Thyme Honey - Sicilian Black Bee Honey
Sicilian Black Bee Thyme Honey is a Slow Food Presidium. It is a summer honey produced in the Ragusa area, from an aromatic plant widespread in the eastern Mediterranean. Thanks to its balsamic properties, thyme honey is a Sicilian nectar indicated for throat inflammations but it is also a powerful natural antiseptic for problems of the urinary and intestinal tract.

Honey flavored with mandarin is a natural honey ideal for breakfast as a sweetener or as a spread on bread. It has a pale yellow color and crystallizes slowly keeping long creaminess.

Drago preserves - Ready-made and genuine sauces
The squid ink sauce is one of the most appetizing Drago preserves. Tasty sauce made in an artisanal way and made without starches and preservatives. Ready-made fish seasoning to quickly and easily create chef recipes.

A completely Sicilian premium extra virgin olive oil, coming from the Tenuta di Vittoria, in the locality of Acate.
A Sicilian olive tree cultivation that contains values and flavors typical of the Mediterranean area. Ideal for seasoning any dish, it cannot be missing from your kitchens.
No drugs are used in the process, this allows us to obtain a Sicilian oil of the highest quality.

Inviting Nocellara Etnea green olives crushed in peasant style
Also called ''Alivi scacciati'' or ''Alivi cunzati'', Nocellara Etnea green olives in peasant style are a typical product belonging to the Sicilian territory.
Worked in a natural way, it follows traditions and passions belonging to Southern Italy. Perfect for aperitifs, starters, buffets and for creating unique dishes that you won't be able to remove from your mouth.
To maintain high quality, store in a cool, dry place. After opening, consume within 7/10 days.

Appetizing spicy peasant mushrooms
This mushroom preserve in oil, produced entirely using typical Sicilian ingredients, will be able to amaze you and make your dishes 100% complete
The best champignon mushrooms are seasoned and highlighted by the quality of spicy chillies and spices and aromatic herbs.
The ingredients used are typical of Sicilian cuisine. They are processed in an artisanal way, without the use of dyes or preservatives.

Almond Nougat - Bacco
The Bacco's Almond Nougat is a crunchy nougat with almonds, sugar and honey, produced according to the ancient Sicilian tradition of "torronari". Great to nibble on for a greedy break.

Sweet spreadable hazelnut cream - Typical Sicilian product!
Make your homemade desserts even more delicious with La Cremosa with hazelnuts by Bacco. The best Sicilian hazelnuts in a delicious and genuine spreadable cream. Quality ingredients and craftsmanship for a delicious cream with a creamy consistency and a sweet and irresistible taste.

The Senatore Cappelli durum wheat flour comes from a "hybrid" grain, a cross between different wheats, milled in stone. Senatore Cappelli is the youngest of the ancient Sicilian grains. It was created by the agronomist Nazareno Strampelli who named it in honor of Senator Raffaele Cappelli who had granted him land for his experiments.

The Liqueur Cream with "Bronte Green Pistachio D.O.P." is a Sicilian artisan preparation based on alcoholic infusion of pistachio made with the selection of the best raw materials and with natural ingredients.Its pleasantness is combined with the elegance of the bottles which enhances the product making it an excellent gift idea.

Tuna fillets in small pieces in oil
Quality tuna in soy oil to drain and add to your favorite recipes. Drago tuna fillets chopped into pieces are a must in cold pasta salad to make it even tastier. An economical and genuine product, ready to bring to the table.

Slow Food Presidium, Fior di Sale Marino flavored with Orange is handpicked by expert salt workers, dried in the sun and wind. It is not subjected to chemical treatments and does not contain additives.

Medium capers from Salina in salt – Caper from the Aeolian Islands DOP
Medium capers measuring 10/11/12 mm, with a solid structure, with oleic acid above 6% and an intense and aromatic flavor and aroma. Unique and unmistakable native caper of the island of Salina, thanks to the care in cultivation, the climate and the volcanic terroir of the island rich in minerals such as iron, phosphorus, potassium and calcium. Salina capers with extraordinary characteristics thanks to which they have obtained the DOP recognition as "Caper of the Aeolian Islands".

Sicilian chickpeas Pascià
Also known as "pasha" chickpeas, La Riserva del Re wrinkled chickpeas are organic legumes grown in Sicily without chemical pesticides. Genuine and rich in nutrients, these chickpeas are meaty, sweet and tasty, perfect for preparing creamy soups and unique traditional Sicilian dishes.

Sulla Honey - Sicilian Black Bee Honey
Slow Food Presidium, Sulla Honey takes its name from the pollination of Sulla (Hedysarium coronarium), a perennial herbaceous plant, typical of the Mediterranean, belonging to legumes. It is a spring honey of Sicilian Black Bee. It has laxative and diuretic properties and is restorative and energizing. It is ideal for sportsmen and children.

It 'a honey that goes very easily with all the cheese from fresh to aged, enhancing the flavor. It tastes very spicy and full-bodied that is felt only after a few moments from the tasting, at first you notice the sweetness of honey. In the kitchen as well as being used as a sweetener can also be served with appetizers.

Drago and his succulent fish ragù for lasagna
Swordfish ragù is one of the most refined Drago preserves. Succulent sauce made in an artisanal and natural way without starches or preservatives. Ready-made fish seasoning to quickly and easily prepare mouth-watering tasty dishes.

Passomaggio extra virgin olive oil completely Sicilian with organic certification.
The cultivars of this oil are native for a blend with a golden color and intense fruitiness.

Delicious Nocellara Etnea green olives crushed with parsley
Also called ''Alivi cunzati'' or ''Alivi scacciati'', crushed Nocellara Etnea green olives with parsley are a typical Sicilian product.
Zero kilometer olives seasoned according to ancient recipes and traditions handed down through generations, taking great care in packaging and distribution. Ideal for appetizers, aperitifs, buffets and the creation of various dishes in the kitchen.
Keep in a cold and dry place. After opening, consume within 7/10 days.

Medium capers in salt – Kazzen Oro di Pantelleria
Versatile and genuine, the Capers in salt produced by Kazzen are grown with respect for the land and processed with modern technologies in accordance with the traditional methods of Pantelleria. Tradition and innovation for these high quality capers produced without the addition of preservatives, dyes or chemical additives.

This Artisan Pasta of ancient grains, with Tumminia flour was born in Sicily for centuries engaged in the cultivation of durum wheat. It is here that thanks to the Mediterranean climate, the natural suitability of the soil and the warm Sicilian sun, excellent durum wheat is still produced today, excellent for making pasta. Slowly dried and bronze drawn according to tradition.

Artisanal panettone with pistachio cream to spread
The Panettone with pistachio Oro Verde from Fiasconaro is the emblem of the synthesis of traditions and flavors typical of our Sicily. Covered with white chocolate glaze and whole pistachios, it is handcrafted with the use of mother yeast. The slow 3-day leavening makes it more digestible and fragrant and enriches it with intense aromas. Packaged in an elegant box that contains, in addition to the Panettone, a jar of Fiasconaro Pistachio cream and a Fiasconaro spread, it is an excellent gift idea for the eyes and palate of those who receive it.

Hazelnut cream is a typical Sicilian liqueur obtained from a craftsmanship with the selection of first choice materials and natural ingredients, such as Sicilian hazelnuts.

Mackerel Patè is a spreadable cream prepared with mackerel, tomato sauce, olive oil, salt, parsley, wine vinegar, sugar, capers, red pepper. It is a natural product and rich in nutrients.

Slow Food Presidium, Fior di Sale Marino flavored with Lemon is a precious salt handpicked by expert salt workers. It is dried naturally, is not subjected to chemical treatments and does not contain additives.

They are a good source of protein, and when combined with a whole grain such as whole wheat pasta or brown rice, provide protein comparable to that of meat or dairy foods. An important characteristic of dry beans is that they absorb the flavor and aromas of the ingredients that accompany them, so they are very suitable for stews and soups.

This is the chocolate of Modica, an exquisite delicacy with a long history, produced in a way that is guaranteed to tempt even the most inflexible man of science.

Sicilian caponata of fried vegetables and sweet and sour sauce
Freshly picked vegetables and greens to prepare the best Sicilian caponata according to an ancient traditional Pantelleria recipe. One of the most popular and well-known typical dishes of Sicilian cuisine, consisting of fried vegetables seasoned with an irresistible sweet and sour sauce. Good and ready-to-eat caponata for appetizers and appetizing side dishes.

Honey Lemon Blossom has a light color and an intense aroma of lemons from Sicily. Can be used as a sweetener to replace sugar. Has anti anemic and sedative properties, is an excellent emollient, and is useful for fatigue and convalescence.

This confit de miel et noisettes only uses two ingredients: toasted hazelnuts and honey, and it is rich and delectable. It is quite sweet, but it isn't like spreading your toast with frosting.

Condiment in oil for appetizers, first courses and side dishes – Kazzen Sicilian preserves
On TerraMadre.it we offer you one of the most appreciated preserves by lovers of Mediterranean cuisine, dried tomatoes in oil seasoned with capers and wild fennel seeds. Kazzen, an artisan company from Pantelleria, produces these tasty pickles from ingredients harvested, selected and processed with modern technologies to guarantee quality and safety but respecting Pantelleria traditions.

Medium capers in oil – Kazzen Oro di Pantelleria
Kazzen, an artisan producer from Pantelleria, produces one of the finest preserves, Capers in extra virgin olive oil. Genuine capers grown with respect for the land and processed with modern technologies in accordance with the traditional methods of Pantelleria, without the addition of preservatives, dyes or chemical additives. High quality capers desalted and packaged with an excellent extra virgin olive oil. Ready to use.

This Artisan Pasta of ancient wheat, with Russello flour was born in Sicily for centuries engaged in the cultivation of durum wheat. It is here that thanks to the Mediterranean climate, the natural suitability of the soil and the warm Sicilian sun, excellent ancient durum grains are still produced today, excellent for pasta making. Slowly dried and bronze drawn according to tradition.

A variant under which we can find pistachio is 100% "Pistachio Verde di Bronte D.O.P." Its use gives the dish a color, a flavor and a refinement that makes it a work of art.

Black Chickpeas - Organic Legumes of Sicily
Produced from organic cultivation, La Riserva del Re black chickpeas are a typical variety of the Mediterranean, rich in proteins, fibers and iron. In addition to the black color, due to the anthocyanins they are rich in, and their sweet taste, they are very digestible legumes. Excellent to combine with rice and cereals for a complete dish from a nutritional point of view.

Preserved mackerel in oil without preservatives
Firm and tasty mackerel fillets in extra virgin olive oil expertly and passionately processed by the Sicilian canning company Drago. Oily fish in oil, source of Omega 3 and Omega 6, without starches and preservatives. A seafood specialty ready to use to create delicious sauces and dishes rich in flavour.

Slow Food Presidium, Fior di Sale Marino flavored with Rosemary is a precious salt collected manually by expert salt workers. It is dried naturally, is not subjected to chemical treatments and does not contain additives.

From processing of most skilled pastry chefs, able to harness quality of the Sicilian almond, are born these sweets with unique taste. These recall the fragrance of almond, pistachio and orange: typical flavors of Sicily.

Citrus Honey - Sicilian Black Bee Honey
Slow Food Presidium, the citrus honey of "Sicilian Black Bee" is produced on mixed citrus blooms with a pleasant flavor and a typical aroma of flowers. Nectar produced in spring, has a light color and a delicate and pleasant taste. It tends to crystallize very soon. It has sedative and antispasmodic properties with a relaxing action.

It 'a typical Sicilian delicacy that blend together the sweetness of honey and the unmistakable scent pistachio. Great to enjoy with biscuits, tea and tè.In kitchen can be used to prepare and decorate desserts, such as the pistachio tarts. Ingredients: Honey 60% Pistachios ​40%.

Caper fruits in oil – Kazzen Oro di Pantelleria
Kazzen, artisan producer of Pantelleria, produces one of the rarest preserves, the Cucunci (fruit of the caper) in extra virgin olive oil. Precious caper fruits grown with respect for the land and processed with modern technologies in accordance with the traditional methods of Pantelleria, without the addition of preservatives, dyes or chemical additives. High quality cucunci, without peduncle, desalted and packaged with an excellent extra virgin olive oil, ready to use.

Appetizing Dried tomato cream to spread
Only genuine ingredients, harvested and processed according to ancient and traditional methods of Pantelleria to make this delicious paté of dried tomatoes, black olives and capers mixed with excellent extra virgin olive oil. An extraordinary ingredient to prepare delicious canapés and make your aperitifs more appetizing.

This Artisan Pasta of ancient wheat, with Tumminia or Timilia flour was born in Sicily for centuries engaged in the cultivation of durum wheat. It is here that thanks to the Mediterranean climate, the natural suitability of the soil and the warm Sicilian sun, excellent ancient durum grains are still produced today, excellent for pasta making. Slowly dried and bronze drawn according to tradition.

Bramble Honey - Sicilian Black Bee Honey
The Sicilian Black Bee Bramble Honey is a Slow Food Presidium. Nectar produced in summer in the Messina and Palermo areas, has a dark amber color and a strong but pleasant taste. It is indicated for inflammation of the mouth.

A variant under which we can find pistachio is 100% "Pistachio Verde di Bronte D.O.P." Flour. Its use gives a touch of color and makes the preparation an authentic goodness.

Sicilian lentils are ideal for soups and soups. Traditionally they represent a tasty and well-wishing side dish.

The salmon, cut into slices, is cooked in water and salt in order to keep its nutritional properties intact.
After the peeling and elimination of the bones, the slices are cut into fillets and placed in glass jars, preserved with olive oil.

Sea Salt aromatized Black Truffle. From our salt pans our salt is 100% natural and contains a higher concentration of potassium and magnesium that common salt but less sodium chloride. Magnesium gives more flavor so we obtain the same effect with less salt (sodium chloride) in our recipes. We work our salt with passion and also we mix it with our aromatic herbs or our lemons .

Cookies made with almond paste (marzipan). The profound Arab influences blend with the French and Spanish ones, giving life to unique pastry specialties in the world.
Ingredients: Almonds, sugar, honey, egg whites, vanilla, natural flavors

This type of honey has the addition of toasted almonds, a couple good spread for a healthy breakfast. But it can be used to flavor many recipes from ice cream, desserts or paired with cheese. Ingredients: Honey 60% Almond 40% store in a cool, dry place 

Delicious caper paté and Pantelleria oregano
Creamy caper pâté with extra virgin olive oil enriched with fragrant Pantelleria oregano. Natural Pantelleria product prepared without additives and without preservatives and slightly pasteurized. An extraordinary cold seasoning for delicious dishes and delicious aperitifs.

This Artisan Pasta of ancient wheat, with Russello flour was born in Sicily for centuries engaged in the cultivation of durum wheat. It is here that thanks to the Mediterranean climate, the natural suitability of the soil and the hot Sicilian sun, excellent ancient durum grains are still produced today, excellent for pasta making. Slowly dried and bronze drawn according to tradition.

Thistle Honey - Sicilian Black Bee Honey
Sicilian Black Bee Thistle Honey is a Slow Food Presidium. Healthy nectar produced in spring in the Messina, Palermo and Trapani areas, it has a light color, which darkens when it crystallizes, and a strong flavor. It has digestive and detoxifying properties for the liver.

Brought to Sicily by the Arabs, the pistachio found in the Bronte area the ideal environment for its production. The excellent quality meant that it obtained the D.O.P.

The beans are ideal as a side dish. Excellent in combination with bitter vegetables such as chicory.

Sea Salt aromatized Wild Fennel. From our salt pans our salt is 100% natural and contains a higher concentration of potassium and magnesium that common salt but less sodium chloride. Magnesium gives more flavor so we obtain the same effect with less salt (sodium chloride) in our recipes. We work our salt with passion and also we mix it with our aromatic herbs or our lemons .

"Baci della Nonna" are typical Sicilian sweets made ​​with toasted hazelnuts, coarsely chopped and combined with previously mounted albumen, are then cooked in the oven for a short time until the cookies have not taken the classic golden. They are crumbly sweet and very tasty.

It 'a product made with simple ingredients: Honey and Pistachio. Contains a high quantity of potassium and phosphorus. Ideal for snacks or to stuff and decorate cakes.

Capers of Pantelleria IGP in salt – Typical Sicilian product
Precious Capers of Pantelleria IGP with sea salt branded Kazzen Oro di Pantelleria. Capers grown with respect for the land and processed with modern technologies in accordance with the traditional methods of Pantelleria. Passion, tradition and innovation for these high quality Pantelleria capers produced without the addition of preservatives, dyes or chemical additives.

Dry and crunchy biscuits made with whole hazelnuts – Sicilian specialty
Typical Sicilian product, Croccanti are fragrant and crumbly biscuits with whole Sicilian hazelnuts. Made only with quality raw materials, they are excellent to be enjoyed after a meal or to accompany tea or coffee.

This Artisan Pasta made with ancient Sicilian Russello wheat semolina, was born in Sicily for centuries engaged in the cultivation of durum wheat. It is here that thanks to the Mediterranean climate, the natural suitability of the soil and the warm Sicilian sun, excellent durum wheat is still produced today, excellent for making pasta. Slowly dried and bronze drawn according to tradition.

Astragalus Nebrodensis Honey - Sicilian Black Bee Honey
Astragalus Nebrodensis Black Bee honey is a Slow Food Presidium. It is a very rare mountain summer honey. Astragalus Nebrodensis is a plant of the Sicilian endemic flora located at about 1800 m above sea level. It has a thorny shrub and belongs to the Fabaceae family. The nectar produced is suitable for children because it has a very pleasant taste and strengthening properties. It is an excellent sweetener.

PanBrontese is a panettone produced in an artisanal way with "Pistachio Verde di Bronte D.O.P.".