Cuisine

Pastificio di Martino Spaghetti not only uses traditional bronze dies for a rough texture, more importantly it's slowly dried which gives you the perfect texture. The Di Martino family have been making pasta for three generations, founded in 1912 by Giuseppe in Gragnano, close...

A classic Panettone made with naturally leavened dough, plump raisins and candid orange peel. Small enough to be eaten at any time of the day. Tranquillo Loison opened his first bakery in 1938 and the family run business, based near Venice has grown into one...

Deseo's hazelnut and chocolate cantuccini biscuits are seriously good. Made in their bakery, near Florence, I can't think of any moment in the day when one (or two) wouldn't improve my situation. They are beautifully boxed and make perfect gifts, if you can bear...

Cantuccini biscuits are such a treat and Deseo have been making fantastic quality biscuits from their bakery near Florence for over 20 years. These biscuits also make a perfect gift, if you can possibly resist giving them away. Cantuccini biscuits are traditionally eaten with...

Chicharrón is a snack made from deep-fried pork skin, known for its light, crunchy texture and savoury, salty flavour. A staple in Mexican cuisine (plus some areas of South East Asia), Chicharrón is enjoyed across the country. They are fantastic as a crispy bar...

BEST BEFORE 15.02.2026 Woh Hup Sambal Ikan Bilis is a chilli sambal made with anchovies and candlenuts (also known as Kemiri) It's one of the classic sambal recipes and important when making Nasi Lemak, a famous Malay coconut rice dish. If you're lucky enough...

Casareccia pasta (sometimes spelt casarecce) are short shapes of pasta with twisted and curved edges, they look a little like curled up scrolls. It's name translates literally as 'homemade' and hails from Southern Italy. It's shape makes it extremely versatile as it holds sauce...

Acecook Ippin Cup Shoyu Ramen Instant Noodles are tasty and super easy, simply pour over boiling water and it's ready in 3 minutes. Shoyu ramen is seasoned with soy sauce which gives the soup a rich umami flavour. Allergens: GLUTEN, SOY, FISH, LACTOSE Ingredients:...

El Yucateco Habanero Red Salsa is a thick, spicy salsa using tomato as a base. It goes with just about anything where you want that beautifully sweet habanero flavour. El Yucateco is the number 1 brand for chilli sauce in Mexico - made by Mexicans,...

Maesri Tom Yum Paste is packed full of lemongrass, tamarind and kaffir lime with a nice hit of Thai chillies. Made and used extensively throughout Thailand, it's one of the country's most popular brands and will create an authentic Tom Yum soup. Their are...

In Malaysia and Indonesia sambals are eaten with most meals, it's like serving chutney or mustard on the table. Lucullus Sambal Oelek is made with ground hot chilli peppers, salt and vinegar and is an excellent way of adding depth of flavour and some spicy...

Lentils are a really popular ingredient in Spain and these Burcol cooked lentils are excellent for a quick and simple suppers. Add them to some fried onion, garlic and carrot with a little smoked paprika and perhaps a few thinly sliced pieces of serrano ham...

Acecook Ippin Cup Tonkotsu Noodles have that creamy, savoury soup traditional with this style of ramen, with thin curly noodles. Simply pour over boiling water and wait 3 minutes. Allergens: GLUTEN, LACTOSE, SOY, FISH, SESAME Noodles:(75.6%): Wheat Flour, Vegetable Oil (Palm Oil, Antioxi Dants (Butylated Hydroxyanisole...

Di Martino Penne Mezzani Rigate Pasta is made using traditional bronze dies and is slowly dried at a low temperature. The bronze die gives the surface of the pasta a rougher texture than commercial pasta, allowing more sauce to stick, but most importantly, giving...

Maesri Thai Green Curry Paste is one of the most popular curry paste brands used in Thailand.  This hot curry paste is full of flavour and easy to use, simply stir-fry the paste, add coconut milk, a little fish sauce along with your meat and vegetables of...

Las Hermanas have been producing high quality smoked paprika since the 1940's, it's an essential flavour of Spain. True 'DOP' Spanish smoked paprika is only grown in The Murcia region of South-East Spain, it's smoked over oak for a unique flavour. Allergens: none Ingredients:...

Beans form part of the corner stones of Mexican cuisine and black beans are one of the most popular types. The Maya diet was based around maize, squashes and beans - the three sisters of agriculture. The corn would provide the structure for the climbing...

Gordal translates as 'the fat one' and as an olive lover, Mevalco Picante Gordal Olives are a real find. They are huge green, stone in olives with a real crunchy texture and a lovely warmth from the cayenne pepper. Not only are these olives...

As well as having a slightly sweeter flavour with citrus and earthy undertones, Mexican oregano and European oregano come from unrelated plants. The difference between the two are significant. As it compliments spicy food with rich meaty flavours, Mexican oregano is used extensively in...

These mini salamis from Salcis  are infused with a gentle heat from chilli and made using traditional methods, they’re the perfect balance of bold flavour and quality cured meat – ideal for antipasti boards, snacking with a glass of red, or adding a spicy...