Speciality Food Magazine - May 2025

specialityfoodmagazine.com 31 Tomato Sauces SORSO Pasta SUMA SORSO is an all-natural, gluten-free, tomato and sweet red pepper base sauce that comes in unique flavours, to cut down midweek meal prep. Developed with the mission to give favourite dishes the same depth of flavour, as cooking from scratch, with all the nutritional benefits, to support busy people to eat well, and save time. Products are designed to be used over pasta, gnocchi or vegetables; in a stir fry, as a dip or sandwich spread, for a pizza base, or on fish, chicken or meat. All recipes are crafted using premium vine-ripened tomatoes, selected for their natural sweetness, juiciness, and vibrant flavour. These tomatoes form the foundation of SORSO’s authentic and nutritious recipes. sorsosauce.com Suma’s organic White Orzo, White Strozzapreti, and White Orecchiette are made the traditional way from heritage wheat by an Italian co-operative of 300 farms, a mill, and a pasta factory. Using a slow drying process powered by 100% renewable energy, these pastas have a rich, full-bodied flavour and ideal texture. By choosing this product, you support farmers receiving a fair price and contribute to sustainable agriculture. The packaging is 100% plastic-free, made from sustainably sourced paper, ensuring an environmentally friendly choice. Perfect for a variety of Italian dishes, these versatile pasta shapes bring authentic taste and quality to your kitchen. suma.coop NUNEZ DE PRADO UNFILTERED EXTRA VIRGIN OLIVE OIL Made using a blend of Picual, Picudo and Hojiblanca olives. Organic, unfiltered and unpressed with delicious tropical fruit flavours. brindisa.com STOCK CHECK AMALTHIA KALAMATA OLIVE TAPENADE From one of the oldest olive producers in the city of Kalamata, this tapenade is only flavoured with olive oil, salt and vinegar and is made without additives or preservatives. maltbyandgreek.com SEGGIANO ROASTED ARTICHOKE HEARTS IN EVOO Seggiano’s artichokes are considered some of the most exquisite in the world. Once roasted over volcano rock, the hearts are preserved in extra virgin olive oil. seggiano.com THE UK IS THE FOURTH LARGEST MARKET FOR ITALIAN FOOD AND DRINK, WITH 30% OF EXPORTS TAKEN UP BY PDO AND PGI PRODUCTS ITALIANFOOD.NET and source the best barrel aged feta by far and what we consider one of the best early harvest EVOO’s out there, working directly with the producers that make these unique and amazing products. All of these products and ingredients lend themselves not only to Greek restaurants and delis but a variety of cuisines from around the world - Asian, Mediterranean, and so much more.” Stef: “The other interesting thing that we have witnessed is this marrying of Greek food ingredients and Greek wines – the latter have now become so much more accessible and customers actively seek these out, which has opened a whole host of new on- and off-trade venues that might start with Greek wines and then acquaint themselves with Greek ingredients to pair or just compliment their existing offering.” Yannos: “By choosing to work with small artisan producers, we have consciously moved away from large production and into time-tested, traditional production methods that follow the seasons and allow time to both the earth and nature to recover. The majority of our partner producers are family businesses – third, fourth and fifth generation artisans linked to their places of birth, fostering huge pride for their products and land. For them and for us at Maltby&Greek this is way more than a simple marketing tagline of sustainability, origin, provenance… As all of these are given and reflecting the ragged landscape, small holdings and the natural environment they work in – up in the mountains of Crete, on the stony islands of the Aegean or the lush mountains of Northwest Greece.” Stef: “We don’t see customers that buy our products as pure consumers but a lot more like us – we are seeking different flavours that are closer to the ones we grew up with. I mean the aromas, flavours and textures of products reminiscent of us growing up in Greece, learning to eat and cook with our parents and grandparents and knowing that there is a lot more to Greece than the basics offered by bulk food products.” IL BORGO DEL BALSAMICO TRADITIONAL BALSAMIC VINEGAR OF REGGIO EMILIA This DOP Gold Label balsamic is made only with grapes from the Reggio Emilia region, and produced and aged to strict regulations. justgourmetfoods.co.uk Experience the extraordinary synergy of antioxidant powerhouses in Tenute Cristiano’s Bergamot Flavoured Oil. This premium creation unites renowned Calabrian bergamot, celebrated for its high flavone content and antioxidant properties, with polyphenol-rich extra virgin olive oil from their ancestral groves. The result? A luminous elixir that elevates both traditional and contemporary cuisine. Part of their artisanal flavoured collection, which includes Mediterranean Herbs, Cipolla di Tropea Onion, Lemon, and Orange variants – each celebrating Calabria’s remarkable gastronomic treasures. justgourmetfoods.co.uk Bergamot Oil JUST GOURMET FOODS Crafted with tradition and care and offering a true taste of Italy, using only the finest ingredients from both Italy and the Cotswolds, the Cotswold Cardillo range brings the essence of Southern Europe to your kitchen. The cold-pressed olive oil, presented in elegant green bottles, is pure liquid gold – free from additives, boasting a bold, fruity aroma with hints of spice from Itrane olives grown in the sun-drenched hills of Minturno. Meanwhile, the artisan apple cider vinegar, made from handpicked Rock Cotswold apples, is unfiltered and raw, retaining the mother for depth of flavour and health benefits. Whether drizzled over fresh salads or infused into marinades, these exceptional products add richness and authenticity to any Mediterranean-inspired dish. thecotswoldcardillo.co.uk/shop/ Cold-Pressed Olive Oil THE COTSWOLD CARDILLO