Salty, sweet, aromatic, and fresh, pasta con le sarde offers a peek into Sicily's rich cultural heritage. Perhaps the most famous Sicilian anchovy pasta recipe, sardines and anchovies tell the story of the islands maritime significance, bucatini, wild fennel and toasted breadcrumbs not to its agrarian roots, and pine nuts and raisins speak to its trade history with North Africa.

Home to hundreds of rare flora and numerous fauna species today, the mountains and its flowing rivers have become a vital ecological and heritage site for Sicily and are protected as a biopreserve.

Grown in the foothills of Sicily’s Mt. Barrau, our chili peppers are hand harvested and dried under the hot rays of the Italian sun. Spicy, earthy, and slightly fruity, they will bring the heat (or just a nudge) to whatever you choose. We’ve included a few of our favorite dishes to sprinkle a touch of Sicilian heat into for an elevated and exciting experience.

The flesh of a sun-warmed tomato hangs to the heat as it pulls quickly from the vine. Even after it’s been sliced, diced, or quartered and sprinkled with sea salt, the juicy, sweet fruit of the earth is still warm when it reaches your lips. Tomato season. Is there really anything better?

Find some new and delicious uses for your summer’s bounty with our favorite summer tomato recipes.

The world of wine can be complicated and overwhelming, but it doesn't need to be. Check out our guide to Sicilian wine and discover the wines of Sicily and what makes the island an ideal growing region. Includes delicious pairing suggestions as well.

From the heart of Modena, our balsamic vinegar has two centuries of generational dedication within each bottle. Embodying the viscosity, depth of flavor, and complexity that has put Modena at the pinnacle of balsamic production, this vinegar is the perfect addition to your favorite desserts. It will, quite simply, change the way you think about vinegar. And dessert.

The best desserts don't need to be complicated. Let the bold and rich flavors our 25-Year Aged Balsamic Vinegar of Modena shine bright in this delectable combination of sweet with a splash of savory.

The beauty of cobbler is that it comes together quickly, but has the guise of effort and complexity in its presentation. Give the summertime favorite a twist with the inclusion of aged balsamic vinegar from Modena for a delicious depth of flavor. Serve with ice cream, whipped cream, or a glass of your favorite aperitif.