Trofie with pesto, potatoes and green beans

True fresh Genoese pesto comes from a very specific tradition and balance of ingredients which is why it stands out from all other green sauces. It is made with fresh basil, extra virgin olive oil, Parmigiano Reggiano, Pecorino, garlic, pine nuts, and salt. Nothing is cooked everything is blended raw traditionally with a mortar and pestle to preserve aroma and color. The key is freshness. Basil must be young fragrant and not bitter; the oil must be high quality and not overpowering; the cheeses must add depth without making the sauce heavy. When done correctly the result is a bright green creamy sauce with a fresh aromatic and perfectly balanced taste. Unlike many industrial versions real Genoese pesto is not dark thick or overly processed. It is light fragrant and alive designed to enhance pasta vegetables or simple dishes without covering their natural flavor.

The Fresh Trofie are made following the true Ligurian tradition, using simple and genuine ingredients. Their rough surface perfectly holds sauces, making them ideal with fresh Genoese pesto, with butter and sage, or with delicate sauces. An artisanal fresh pasta that brings all the authentic flavor of Liguria to your table.

Yellow-fleshed potatoes are the ideal choice. They have a firm texture, hold their shape well during cooking, and do not fall apart, staying intact even when cut into cubes in pasta.

The best choice is the thin green bean (such as “haricot vert”), meaning: long and slender very tender with few internal seeds and quick to cook In Italy, classic local green beans are also often used, but always in their young and fine version.

Coarse Whole Sea Salt – Authentic, Natural, Mediterranean Our coarse whole sea salt is harvested from pristine salt pans where the sea, sun, and wind work together in perfect harmony. It is collected and packaged without any processing or refining, preserving all its natural minerals and organoleptic properties. This is how the true, pure taste of the sea reaches your table. Thanks to its coarse texture and high solubility, this salt is ideal for all types of cooking: perfect during preparation, for vegetables, meat, fish, homemade bread, and doughs that require gradual and even seasoning. Because it is completely natural, slight clumping may occur. Simply shake the package to restore the salt to optimal condition. Store in a cool, dry place, away from light. Why whole Because it reaches you just as it is born: unrefined, untreated, simply harvested and carefully packaged. Following the rhythm of nature and tradition, it becomes an authentic product that enhances every dish with a genuine, natural touch.

Discover the rich flavor of Grana Padano Riserva GranTerre, aged over 20 months. Naturally lactose-free, this DOP cheese offers an intense and refined aroma, with notes of butter, hay, and nuts, enhanced by its pleasant granular texture and calcium lactate crystals. Perfect to enjoy on its own or grated over pasta, risotto, and gourmet dishes. It pairs beautifully with aged red wines or delicate honeys, which highlight its rich flavors. Bring an authentic Italian character to your kitchen with this premium Grana Padano!

Italian extra virgin olive oil is considered among the best in the world because it comes from a rare balance between high-quality raw ingredients, freshness, and traditional production methods. It is obtained from the first cold pressing of olives, without any chemical processes or refining. This means it preserves its aromas, polyphenols, and nutritional properties intact. The result is a living oil that can be fruity and delicate or more intense and peppery, depending on the olive variety and the region. Its main strength is its ability to “give identity” to dishes without overpowering them: it enhances tomatoes, vegetables, fish, and especially raw preparations like pesto. Just a drop can completely change the perception of a dish. In the kitchen, it is not just a fat: it is a true aromatic ingredient that brings complexity, freshness, and a distinctly Mediterranean character.