Spices, Sauces & Condiments

Take any meal to Italy in a snap with boldly flavored spices, herbs, and sauces direct from some of the country’s most dedicated artisans. These kitchen helpers will turn your pantry into a powerhouse of flavor, from fragrant dried herbs to decadent truffles and beyond.

Italian cuisine as we know it just wouldn’t be the same without the gorgeous herbs that grow all over the Mediterranean country. Wild rosemary, thyme, bay, and oregano have inspired Italian imaginations since the time of Ancient Rome, when these versatile plants were revered as much for their medicinal properties as their flavor. And while we don’t need to rely on them to cure what ails us these days, it can’t hurt to include their potent anti-inflammatory, antioxidant properties in our diet as much as possible!

For an even quicker shortcut to Italian authenticity, try pre-made sauces and condiments made following traditional family recipes. You’ll always have dinner on hand with just a package of pasta and a jar of pesto genovese, the classic blend of basil, olive oil, pine nuts, and aged parmigiano reggiano from northwestern Genoa. Or try a kit that contains everything you need for a spicy pennette all’arrabiata—just add pasta and a can of tomatoes.

Ready to get creative? There’s no end to the places you can go with luxurious, unexpected ingredients like porcini mushroom and truffle cream, crunchy caper leaves, or Tuscan mostarda. They’re made with regional specialties that can only be found in Italy, developed by families that have been part of their community for generations. Add these flavor bombs to sandwiches, salads, pastas, and more—your imagination is the only limit.