Piave Cheese is named after the river Piave in Italy’s Veneto province. The land surrounding the ancient river is where the milk is collected, the cheese made and where it is carefully aged as it develops its intense, full-bodied flavour. Reminiscent of Parmigiano Reggiano, but uniquely its own, Piave Vecchio has a sweetness and fruity…
A slice of panettone and a flute of champagne (or prosecco)…is the Italian way to wish a happy holiday season. It’s a ritual in many homes where panettone is a welcomed guest after every meal. Giving panettone is not a simple act of kindness but a gesture rich in history and tradition. Panettone is a…
The word “Crotonese” means “from Crotone”, a small coastal city in southern Italy. Pecora is the Italian word for sheep. The cheese is sweet and salty with pecorino flavour. It is made from pasteurised sheep’s milk in woven molds. Usually from January to June this cheese is produced as during sheep milk is best and…
Parmigiano Reggiano is the real deal cheese and parmesan cheese is an imitation of this cheese. According to the trademark laws in Italy, no cheese can be called Parmigiano Reggiano unless it’s made in Italy according to a specific recipe. We are demoing parmigiano reggiano cheese in the store Friday, November 17th and Saturday, November…
It’s one of our favourite times of the year when the Italian Abate Fetel Pears arrive. Long and slightly banana-shaped, these crisp pears are a yellowish-green. The flesh is sweet with notes of honey. You can eat the entire pear when soft to the touch, including the seeds. They are best compared to a bosc…
The Italian Store will be closed Monday, November 13th in lieu of Remembrance Day.
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Our roasted red pepper and Asiago cheese bruschetta is made using only the freshest ingredients. Bring this platter with sliced baguette drizzled with extra virgin olive oil to your next gathering this holiday season.
Please allow three days when advance ordering our platters. For additional antipasti platter options please visit our platter page.
Our table grapes are in and we are the only store in Calgary carrying Italian grapes. These grapes are not genetically modified and are pesticide free. Grown in a small region of Italy, the table grapes are the last harvest of the growing season. Plump, juicy and containing seeds they are the best of the…
