Valentine’s Day is right around the corner. Whether you’re in the mood for something sweet or for sultry, decadent cheeses, we have just the thing to spice up your holiday.
Traditional baked goods from Siena:
These decadent cookies and cakes are made by a small pasticceria in Siena, using traditional recipes and ingredients. Valentine’s Day just wouldn’t […]

Piave, the delicious cows milk cheese from the Veneto, has become a staple on many cheese counters - and for good reason. Approachable yet flavorful it appeals to both cheese novices and aficionados alike. But not every wheel of Piave is alike! It all starts off the same but the final product has a […]

You may have heard reports of a crisis threatening production of Mozzarella di Bufala. While the stories are true, you can rest assured that our Gustosella brand Mozzarella is perfectly safe and free from the troubles facing the farmers of Caserta.
The situation
Brucellosis, an infectious disease, has spread through a large number of the water buffalo […]

This year the NASFT Fancy Food Show was held in San Diego from Jan. 13-15. While we missed having everybody come visit us in our own backyard, it was a great excuse to get out of town and into a little Southern California sun.
As always, the Food Show is a whirlwind of old friends, fresh […]

There are few things that typify summer like the pairing of a ripe heirloom tomato and rich,creamy burrata. But now that days are shorter and Brandywines have given way to persimmons does that mean we should be denied our burrata?!?! Here at Fresca Italia, we think not.
burrataThe luscious texture of both burrata and […]

On the edge of Sardinia’s Barbagia region, rugged mountains and rolling pastureland meet the stunning blue waters of the Tyrrhenian Sea. Amidst this beautiful, stunning backdrop, Sardinian shepherds have been tending their flocks for centuries. From this milk comes cheeses every bit as rugged and hearty as their environment.
In 1972, Cooperativa Dorgali Pastori, began producing […]

What makes Bertagni pastas special?
1. Bertagni is the oldest producer of filled pasta in the world. It was established in Bologna in 1882.
2. Our pastas are made with no flavorings or colorings at all, neither artificial nor natural.
3. We specialize in FILLED pasta: the high quality of the filling is the focus.
a. Selection of raw materials: We work […]

Parmigiano is the most emblematic of all Italian cheeses. Its stately appearance and intense flavor have earned it a place of honor at home and abroad. Used in recipes it adds a depth of flavor and salty edge to any dish. Equally impressive on the cheeseboard, Parmigiano provides the perfect balance to its soft, creamy […]

For 6 years Fresca Italia has brought Italy’s finest cheeses to Bay Area chefs and retailers. Now, in a joint effort with American cheese makers, Fresca Italia introduces a new line of Italian-inspired cheeses made locally. This premier collection will be available in late November 2007.
The concept is inspired by the traditional cheeses of Piemonte […]

What to expect from your favorite tubers this season

By now you’ve probably heard the rumors: truffles are scarce and prices are sky-high. We’re sorry to say that, for the most part, it’s true. A dry summer has led to a much lower yield - up to 75% less truffles according to some reports. This scarcity combined with a high demand worldwide and the continuing decline in the value of the dollar has led to prices much higher than last year.

Yet even as we fret about the situation, our first shipment of truffles has arrived from Italy and their heady perfume is wafting through the office. They may not be as big as in years passed but they are no less intoxicating. Despite the situation, we couldn’t imagine a winter without truffles adding depth and luxury to our tagiletelle and risottos.