Gift giving is easy with a trio of great tasting antipasti by Bella Cucina.We begin with Lemon & Garlic Marinated Chickpeas which are a staple in Mediterranean cuisine. Simple, yet flavorful, they can be served as part of an antipasti appetizer, tossed into salads or as a side dish. For a simple and delicious dip, puree until smooth and serve with warm pita slices.Our next selection is Caramelized Onion, Fennel & Golden Raisin. Red onions are slow- cooked over low heat until caramelized, then tossed with sauted fresh fennel and plump golden raisins in a delicious savory yet sweet vinegar sauce. Serve as an antipasti appetizer, use as topping for foccacia bread topped with gorgonzola, as a condiment for roasted meats and chicken or toss with pasta and fresh, sauted greens.We complete our trio with Roasted Sweet Balsamic Peppers. Miniature whole golden and crimson peppers are slow roasted in the oven then drizzled with Italian balsamic vinegar and extra virgin olive oil for a deliciously sweet and savory antipasti, pizza topping or side dish for roasted chicken.Each Antipasti Gift Box contains one 6oz. jar of each of the 3 antipasti listed above.

Indulge your creative cooking with this Chef Selection of Sweet Pepper Pesto, Artichoke Lemon Pesto, and Walnut Sage Pesto by Bella Cucina.Bella celebrates the fresh flavors of the Mediterranean with their artisan made foods. Their updated versions of the original pesto with unique flavors and uses can add "Buon Gusto" to any meal. Use these delicious pestos for bruschetta spreads, pizza toppings and pasta sauces. Bella Cucina Artful Food is the winner of "Outstanding Product Line" at the International Fancy Food Show and has made Oprah's "O" List. Each collection contains 1 six-ounces net weight jar each of Sweet Pepper Pesto, Artichoke Lemon Pesto, and Walnut Sage Pesto by Bella Cucina Artful Foods.

The Little Foods of the Mediterranean Cookbook by Clifford A. Wright contains 500 fabulous recipes for antipasti, tapas, hors d'oeuvre, meze and more! With this jaw-dropping collection of recipes for appetizers, snacks, finger foods and street foods, you can now sample right in your own kitchen all the delectable treats found in Spanish tapas bars, in Italian and French cafes, in Tunisian and Moroccan open markets and on Greek and Turkish meze tables. The Little Foods of the Mediterranean Cookbook explores the similarities and differences among the little foods of eighteen countries, the sampling of flavors found in each, whether seasonal or geographical, and the simplicity of their preparation.Clifford A. Wright is the author of nine cookbooks, including A Mediterranean Feast, winner of the James Beard/KitchenAid Cookbook of the Year and the James Beard Best Writing on Food Awards, Real Stew, and Mediterranean Vegetables. He writes frequently for Saveur, Bon Appetit, Fine Cooking, Food and Wine, Gourmet and the Los Angeles Times. He lived for many years in Cambridge, Massachusetts and today resides in Santa Monica, California.The Harvard Common Press-2003 514 pps. Soft cover.

Unlike most peppers which are stuffed primarily with bread crumbs, these are tiny Italian chili peppers stuffed with tuna, anchovies, capers and parsley then preserved in a fine wine vinegar and extra virgin olive oil. They make a tasty appetizer, are delicious with meat and cheese, and are perfect on the finest buffet tables. Each jar of Hot Peppers Stuffed with Tuna contains 6.35oz. (180grams).

Chickpeas, also known as garbanzos, are believed to be over 7,500 years old with origins near Burdur in Turkey where the fertile crescent optimized growth. There has been evidence that chickpeas existed in pre-pottery Neolithic and in early Bronze age deposits near Jericho.Today, chickpeas are still prevalent throughout the world because of their abundant nutritional properties and rich flavor. Chickpeas contain 20% protein, is high in carbohydrates, and is a rich source of lecithin and potassium. They are often found dried or split, and canned whole or pureed.Radici of Tuscany Organics uses an indigenous chickpea variety, or cece as they are known in Italy, to create an appetizing meal in a jar. Organic baby chickpeas from the Chianti region, are cooked until tender and flavored with extra virgin olive oil and sage. Their tenderness and nutty texture make for perfect pasta e fagioli (pasta and beans) though also delicious straight out of the jar. Tuscan Chickpea Appetizer's ready-to-eat format makes it a must for picnics, salads, and instant antipasti.Each jar contains 12.7 ounces net weight of Tuscan Chickpea Appetizer (Cece Piccino del Chianti) by Radici of Tuscany Organics from Italy.

Bruschetta is an excellent way to begin a meal in every season and for any occasion.Basil Bruschetta lends a new twist to the tomato and garlic bruschetta we are so familiar with. Fresh tomatoes, extra virgin olive oil, garlic, basil, peppers and salt are prepared according to an ancestral recipe that bursts with flavor.Serve this delicious appetizer on toasted bread which has been rubbed with fresh garlic. Bruschetta with Basil works equally well when used to dress pasta.Each jar contains approximately 6.3 ounces (180 gr) net weight of Basil Bruschetta Sauce by Il Mongetto from Italy.

Radici of Tuscany Organics uses an indigenous white bean variety, or cannellini as they are known in Italy, to create an appetizing meal in a jar.Heirloom Cannellini beans from the province of Lucca (Cannellini di Lucca) are cooked until tender and then flavored with extra virgin olive oil, salt, and sage. Tuscan White Bean Appetizer is delicious as an instant antipasto or side dish. Try it with extra virgin olive oil on crostini as a bruschetta, or mix with fresh tuna chunks for a delicious, protein-rich meal. Tuscan White Bean Appetizer's ready-to-eat format makes it a must for picnics, salads, and instant antipasti.Each jar contains 12.7 ounces net weight of Tuscan White Bean Appetizer (Cannellini di Lucca) by Radici of Tuscany Organics from Italy.

LaPiana Bruschetta Toppings are authentic Italian toppings, made in La Spezia, in the Liguria region of Italy, and burst with superb Italian flavor. They are all natural and contain no preservatives, and are perfect for sprinkling on toasted bread. Usually served as a starter to a meal, they are also a delicious side dish. LaPiana Artichoke & Mushroom Bruschetta is a topping made with carefully selected artichokes, Porcini and button mushrooms, combined with diced tomatoes and put in oil with herbs and spices. Each jar of LaPiana Artichoke & Mushroom Bruschetta contains 10oz. (285g)

LaPiana Bruschetta Toppings are authentic Italian toppings, made in La Spezia, in the Liguria region of Italy, and burst with superb Italian flavor. They are all natural and contain no preservatives, and are perfect for sprinkling on toasted bread. Usually served as a starter to a meal, they are also a delicious side dish. LaPiana Green & Black Olive Bruschetta is a topping made with first quality Italian green and black olives, put in oil and vinegar with diced bell peppers, capers, herbs and spices. Each jar of LaPiana Green & Black Olive Bruschetta contains 10oz. (285g)

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Every item in each jar of Paesana products has been hand selected for size, quality, flavor, presentation, origin, and other professional attributes which are approved under the strict quality control of buyers with almost 300 years of combined experience. Paesana Antipasto is a complementary blend of eggplant, peppers, olives, pimentos, artichoke hearts, anchovies, tuna, mushrooms, oils, and spices. This 7.5 oz. jar is a great beginning for any meal! 100% Natural