Gli Aironi's Black Venus Italian Rice is grown in Risaie Vercellesi, a region considered by many to be ideal for the production of Italian rice. The Perinotti family has lived and harvested rice in this region for five generations. Their method of stone craft husking guarantees a light shelling of the grain, thus keeping the nutrients intact on the external part, which is essential to the texture and taste of rice after it is cooked. This variety of wholemeal rice, which is considered "the nobleman's rice", is rich in protein and minerals. Black Venus Medium Grain Italian Rice is characterized by its natural ebony color and the smell of bread that it emits during cooking. Black Venus Rice is best eaten dressed with oil or butter and parmigiano and its hearty shape will hold up when reheated or added to soups. Its rich color makes a great contrast when served with mixed vegetables.Each box contains 2.2 pounds of vacuum packed Gli Aironi Black Venus (Wholemeal) Medium Grain Italian Rice from Italy.

Gli Aironi's Wild Red Italian Rice is grown in Risaie Vercellesi, a region considered by many to be ideal for the production of Italian rice. The Perinotti family has lived and harvested rice in this region for five generations. Their method of stone craft husking guarantees a light shelling of the grain, thus keeping the nutrients intact on the external part, which is essential to the texture and taste of rice after cooking. Wild Red Italian Rice's wealth of vitamins and minerals exceeds other types of rice and it is known for its antioxidant qualities as well as for its high digestability. Although it requires a longer cooking time (45-50 minutes), the crystalline red color of this medium grain rice makes a striking and memorable presentation. Its flavor and aroma will captivate you. Prepare this Wild Red Italian Rice with fresh legumes and vegetables, pair it with white fish or use it in your own variation of a rice salad.Each box contains 2.2 pounds of vacuum packed Gli Aironi Red Wild (Wholemeal) Medium Grain Italian Rice from Italy.

One of the first grains discovered, farro is the ancestor of modern wheat. It is said to have sustained the Roman legions as they conquered Europe. Farro is a cereal grain in which, unlike wheat, the husk adheres to the grain, just as in barley and oats. Its fiber content therefore is high and so are nutrients such as Vitamin E and protein. When combined with legumes, as in many Tuscan recipes, farro forms a complete protein source. Like various other grains, farro requires overnight (12 hours) soaking before incorporating into your favorite recipe. Whole Grain Farro is excellent in soups and stews or mixed with fresh vegetables to make a cold salad. Each bag of Rustichella d'Abruzzo Whole Grain Farro weighs approximately 1.1 lb. and is imported from Italy.

Within the Po Delta, near the town of Vercelli, lies a fertile alluvial plain and the fields of the Vercellone family, who have been cultivating Tenuta Castello farina and rices for more than 100 years. Tenuta Castello artisanal processing yields quality untouched by industrial agriculture. Tentuta Castello grains are certified organic - no insecticides and herbicides are ever used. Their Artisanal Organic Whole Grain Corn Flour for polenta is made with indigenous corn varieties which are carefully harvested and milled in Tenuta Castello's own traditional stone mill. Chefs laud Tenuta Castello

Luscious, creamy risotto requires the proper Italian rice. Long grain Carnaroli Rice is the choice of chefs worldwide for their risotti.Gli Aironi's Carnaroli Rice is grown in Risaie Vercellesi in the Po Valley, a region considered by many to be ideal for the production of Italian rice. The Perinotti family has lived and harvested rice in this region for five generations. Their method of stone craft husking guarantees a light shelling of the grain, thus keeping the nutrients intact on the external part, which is essential to the texture and taste of rice after cooking.Aironi Carnaroli Rice maintains distinct grains, with the gradual addition of hot broth, to create the perfect rich and creamy risotto that is still al dente. Each package contains 2.2 pounds of vacuum packed Gli Aironi Carnaroli Long Grain Italian Rice from Italy.

Green Lentils from Le Puy are a reknown specialty from the Haute-Loire region of France. Le Puy is located in Auvergne, a volcanic area in the center of France, with ideal soil and climate for the growth of the lentils. Le Puy Green Lentils are exclusively cultivated without fertilizers on the high plains of Velay.Green Lentils from Le Puy are the first dry vegetable, and the only lentils, to obtain the AOC label (Appelation d'Origine Controlee). The AOC system of classification for French edible products is the most precise and highly developed system in the world for guaranteeing authenticity, quality and product origin.Dried vegetables and legumes are known for their culinary and dietary properties. Green Lentils provide protein (without fat), fiber, minerals and are naturally poor in lipids. Next to soya beans, lentils have the highest protein content of all vegetables.Le Puy Green Lentils are often hailed has the world's finest because of their robust and earthy flavor. They are exceptionally small and keep their shape and color when cooked. They have a green skin that is finer and their starch content is lower than other pulses.Green Lentils from Le Puy are best when served warm as a side dish with salted pork or sausage. They are wonderful in soups and stews yet are equally at home in a delicate lentil salad.Each box contains 17.5 ounces (500 gr.) net weight of dried Le Puy Green Lentils (AOC) by Sabarot from France.

Farro grain has fed the Mediterranean and Near Eastern populations for centuries. Farro was the standard ration for the Roman soldiers who traveled throughout the Western World as well as a primary ingredient in several dishes that fed the Roman poor. This hearty grain has regained popularity and is now found on the menus of gourmet restaurants and has become a staple in many households throughout Europe and North America.Farro is often compared to spelt and is used as an alternative to wheat flour by the healthy-conscious cook or those with sensitivities to gluten. Spelt and farro differ in that while spelt is considered ready-to-eat, farro must be soaked before usage and it remains nutty in texture while spelt becomes soft and mushy once cooked.Radici of Tuscany Organics Farro Ready to Eat is great as an instant side-dish, salad condiment, or as an alternative to potatoes or rice. Radici of Tuscany prepares the organic farro grain and then jars it with salt making it virtually effortless to consume. Each jar contains 12.7 ounces net weight of Farro Ready to Eat (Farro Pronto da Mangiare) by Radici of Tuscany Organics from Italy.

Our Super Cranberry, Cherry and Almond Cereal is from Dorset, England where winding lanes lead to a spectacular coastline and it's easier to remember that it's the simple, honest pleasures that are the most rewarding

The Fava Bean, also known as faba bean, horse bean and broad bean, was the only bean known in Europe until the discovery of the New World. Fava Beans have been used in Chinese cooking for at least 5,000 years. In fact, the cultivation of Fava Beans is so old that there is no known wild form of this bean. The tough skinned dried Fava Bean must be soaked overnight before usage. Fava Beans are often served as a puree or on its own. Mash cooked Fava Beans and mix with olive oil, garlic, chopped jalapeno, cumin and lemon juice for an authentic Egyptian dish served with pita. They can also be roasted and eaten as a snack, a common cooking method in east Asia.Beans help to reduce cholesterol while providing excellent nutrition. When combined with nuts, seeds or grains, they form a complete high-fiber vegetable protein. They contain very little fat and provide essential B Vitamins and Iron.Each bag contains approximately 12 ounces (340.5 grams) of dried Fava Beans by D'Allasandro.

Campanini Vialone Nano Rice, imported from Italy, is natural and does not undergo any chemical treatment. It is particularly suited for risotto dishes. Whereas the Carnaroli and Arborio are referred to as "superfino" or "extra fine", Vialone Nano is a "semifino". It is the traditional rice of the Mantua and Veneto regions. It has a round, half-long grain ("nano" means "dwarf"), with central wide pearl and can absorb twice its own grain weight in liquid condiment. For this reason it is the ideal rice for true creamy risotto with vegetables, mushrooms and meats. Cooking time is about 15 minutes.As mentioned in Fine Cooking Magazine April 2002.Each box contains 16 ounces net weight of Vialone Nano (Semi Fine) Rice by Campanini from Italy.

Carefully selected varieties of corn are air dried in open barns until hardened and then the kernels are carefully stone ground. The resulting flour is used for polenta. The Fioretto is a fine ground polenta. This polenta is perfect served warm for breakfast topped with honey, or served soft and creamy as a side dish with butter or mascarpone. It is also excellent as a base for red sauces as a substitute for pasta. Or, after it has set, cut into squares and grill.Each bag contains 17 ounces net weight of Polenta Fioretto (Fine Ground Corn Meal) by Moretti from Italy.

Carefully selected varieties of corn are air dried in open barns until hardened and then the kernels are carefully stone ground. The resulting flour is used for polenta. The Lampo variety of polenta is quick cooking or "instant" polenta, which takes only 5 minutes. Lampo polenta is perfect served warm for breakfast topped with honey, or served soft and creamy as a side dish with butter or mascarpone. It is also excellent as a base for red sauces as a substitute for pasta. Or, after it has set, cut into squares and grill.Each bag contains 17 ounces net weight of Polenta Lampo (Instant or Quick Cook Corn Meal) by Moretti from Italy.