
Chili peppers from Salento
This product is handmade with care and love starting from the ripest spicy cornetti peppers and subsequently jarred in extra virgin olive oil. A unique condiment to give liveliness to any dish.
Mara paté is one of the oldest, most sought after and renowned specialties of Salento. It is a preserve prepared with tomatoes, peppers, onions, basil, which are processed and boiled for a long time, then put into jars and placed in the sun. A long and laborious process for a unique product of its kind that is essential not to be lost.
La Conserva Mara is an authentic Puglian product, now truly hard to find. Somewhere between a preserve and a concentrate, it is a genuine "elixir" of Puglia. Dense, rich, and flavorful, it is delicious on its own or used creatively in cooking, to flavor sauces or stews, to fill sandwiches or gourmet pizzas. Its taste is remarkable and reminiscent of Puglia's warm sun, and its color is equally notable. Tasting it is a must. But let's get to know it better.
La Conserva Mara is a culinary excellence that represents the authentic taste and tradition of Salento. This unique product is the result of an ancient recipe passed down through generations, which La Terra di Puglia has preserved for you. The product is the result of a well-balanced blend of spicy chili peppers and local tomatoes. The outcome is an extraordinary concentrate of chili pepper and tomato that is typically never missing in the kitchens of Salento.
The preparation of La Conserva Mara is long and laborious and requires time and patience. The process starts with boiling the chili peppers and tomatoes, which are then carefully transformed into a deliciously intense red puree. But this is just the beginning.
In a second phase, the puree is sun-dried. Even today, the people of Salento place it on sunny terraces to promote a quick and natural drying. Finally, the conserva Mara is mixed with extra virgin olive oil, little by little, in a process that takes at least seven days of patient waiting. Only when La Conserva Mara reaches its point of perfection is it packaged in our special glass jars, ready to delight your palate. This authentic culinary treasure is a must in Salento's cuisine. You can spread it on a fragrant slice of warm bread, add it to pasta to give it a touch of spiciness and flavor, or use it as a secret ingredient to enhance your favorite dishes.
Choose La Conserva Mara to experience something unique that encapsulates all the warmth and passion of Salento. Its superior quality and irresistible taste will conquer you from the first bite. The Puglian pepper preserve is just one of the many Salento condiments you can discover. La Conserva Mara is not only a delicacy but a true sensory experience that evokes the aromas and flavors of our land. This bitter preserve is perfect for those seeking authenticity and tradition in every bite.
Did someone say ketchup? The version that we propose here is very original and all Apulian. A gourmet proposal that will satisfy lovers of the famous American sauce, with very simple and completely natural ingredients. Ready to prepare your gourmet fries with a drop of Apulian ketchup? We assure you that once tasted, this ketchup will never be missing in the pantry.
Tuna Cream with Onions and Capers combines premium tuna, sun-dried onions of Salento, and capers in a unique recipe with an unforgettable taste. Perfect for tuna crostini, tuna and onion pasta, tuna bruschetta, and as a base for tuna and onion pâté or black olive and tuna pâté. Use it also to create delicious sea croutons or to enrich a plate of grilled vegetables.
Immerse yourself in authentic Apulian culinary tradition with La Terra di Puglia's lemon artichoke cream. Made with the finest artichokes cultivated in the fertile lands of Apulia, this cream embodies the perfect balance of the artichoke's natural delicacy and the fresh zest of lemon. An ideal pasta and risotto seasoning, artichoke cream shines for its versatility in the kitchen, adding a gourmet touch to appetizers and delivering an unforgettable sensory experience. Try it spread on bread crostini for a simple yet refined appetizer. A product that celebrates the quality and love for Apulian culinary traditions.
A rich and creamy pate of Celline olives, perfect for a tasty snack between meals, for a friselline-based party or as a base for a gourmet sandwich instead of the more classic mayonnaise. Good and healthy, it is prepared from the best Apulian Celline olives with the addition of a tear of extra virgin olive oil, also the superlative fruit of our land.
Olive pate is a true, tasty and genuine preparation that finds countless applications in the kitchen. From an ancient recipe handed down by Apulian farmers, a creamy and intense Apulian Leccine olive pâté, perfect for spreading on Apulian crostini, bruschetta and friselle, or to be served at the center of an Apulian-style aperitif with homemade bread. It is the perfect base for your gourmet sandwiches. Finally, it is easily transformed into an excellent pasta sauce.
The dressing made from whole olives and chillies is the perfect product for those who can't do without a drop of good 'spicy' on practically any dish. Its flavour is intense and rounded, aromatic and at the same time fresh. The combination of olives and fresh chillies creates a really pleasant condiment with a red pepper aroma and just the right amount of spiciness.
From the marriage of love between the best Apulian red onions and the excellent Negroamaro wine, an excellent product that naturally speaks Apulian. Two extraordinary Apulian flavors ready to give the palate a moment of real pleasure. Our red onions originate from Puglia, a region renowned for its rich agricultural heritage. Harvested and processed fresh, these onions maintain their exceptional quality and flavor, ensuring that each product delivers a genuine taste of the Puglian tradition.
Voluptuous, velvety and irresistible, this turnip green cream is the treat your palate, which loves Apulian flavours, was missing. Try it on its own or use it as a condiment for pasta: just heat it slightly and add a spoonful of the pasta cooking water to bring all the authenticity of the truest Puglia to the table.
Orange and a little sugar for this jam which is both pleasing to the eye and to the palate. It has an amber color and its acidic flavor does not provide the ideal solution for preserving the original rind, so much so that it appears rich in flavor and energy.
Savor the Authenticity of Senatore Cappelli Wheat Friselline. Delight your taste buds with crispy Senatore Cappelli wheat friselline. Simple yet flavorful, these delicacies embody authentic Apulian tradition. Discover the genuine taste of friselline and let yourself be captivated by their unique crunchiness.
Apulian shelled almonds are renowned for their taste and nutritional properties. Rich in vitamins, minerals, and proteins, they offer numerous health benefits. Purchasing shelled almonds online is simple and convenient, with a wide range of options available, including organic Italian almonds. Choosing Apulian almonds means supporting sustainability and local agricultural tradition.
Maccheroni, or "Minchiareddhi," are a Salento excellence. Made with Italian durum wheat semolina, they cook in 6-8 minutes. Dressed with tomato sauce and ricotta schianta, they offer an authentic flavor. Durum wheat gives the pasta a unique texture and is nutritionally rich in proteins and fibers.