Pitted Taggiasca Olives in Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Pitted Ligurian Taggiasca olives preserved in extra virgin olive oil, in a 900 g glass jar (case of 6). With a 72 % fruit content, tender flesh and a fruity, delicate taste, they are ready to use with no waste and no risk of stones for diners. A food service staple from Ristoris (Broni, PV), for chefs, pizzerias, delicatessens and Italian grocers across Switzerland.
What the Taggiasca olive is
The Taggiasca is a small, elongated olive of the Ligurian Riviera, hand-picked on the terraced hillsides of the Imperia and Taggia hinterland, from which it takes its name. Brought to Liguria centuries ago and historically linked to the cultivation expanded by the Benedictine monks of the area, it is prized as a dual-purpose cultivar, used both for a delicate, sweet extra virgin olive oil and as a table olive. Its flavour is mild and fruity, with only a hint of bitterness and a soft, buttery flesh that sets it apart from larger, sharper table olives.
Geographic origin
These olives come from the Ligurian Riviera di Ponente, the western coast of Liguria in the province of Imperia, the historic home of the Taggiasca cultivar. The microclimate of the terraced groves between sea and mountains gives the olive its characteristic sweet, fruity profile.
The producer
Ristoris is an Italian company based in Broni, in the province of Pavia (Lombardy), specialised in preserved vegetables for the food service and HoReCa sector, with a range of over thirty types of olives. Ristoris selects the Taggiasca olives from the Ligurian Riviera and processes them in plants certified to the ISO, BRC and IFS international food safety standards, preferring Italian raw materials and seasonal processing from fresh product.
Sensory characteristics
Soft, fleshy texture, sweet and fruity taste with a barely perceptible bitter note typical of the cultivar. The covering extra virgin olive oil is fragrant and lends itself to being reused to dress the same dish. Being pitted, the olives are immediately usable in mise en place with no preparation time.
Technical specifications
Net weight 900 g per jar; fruit content 72 %, extra virgin olive oil 28 %; energy value 421 kcal / 1761 kJ per 100 g; fat 46 g (of which saturates 0 g); carbohydrate 0.6 g; protein 1.2 g; salt 0.97 g. Glass jar (GL70) with steel cap (FE40), case of 6 jars. Shelf life 24 months when unopened. EAN 8056515241683.
Professional uses
A versatile ally in the professional kitchen. Use them for Ligurian-style pasta (trofie or trenette) with pesto, green beans and potatoes; for rabbit alla ligure (coniglio alla ligure) braised with white wine and herbs; to finish gourmet pizza and focaccia after baking; to enrich charcuterie and cheese boards, seafood salads, bruschetta, tartare and vitello-style platters. Suggested portion 15-25 g. Drain before use; the covering oil can be reused to dress the same preparation.
Pairings
Excellent with Ligurian extra virgin olive oil, basil pesto, Mediterranean dry pasta, San Marzano tomatoes, mozzarella and fior di latte, anchovies and tuna in olive oil. Ideal on antipasto boards alongside Italian cured meats and cheeses.
Delivery and logistics
B2B and B2C delivery throughout Switzerland from the LAPA warehouse in Embrach (Zurich). Distribution across Zurich, Winterthur, Uster, St. Gallen, Lucerne, Zug, Bern and Basel. For Ticino (Lugano, Bellinzona, Locarno), French-speaking Switzerland (Geneva, Lausanne, Vevey, Sion), Valais and mountain regions (Davos, St. Moritz, Chur), shipping within 24-48 hours via certified food-grade couriers (Swiss Post, Planzer, Galliker). As a shelf-stable ambient product it needs no cold chain and is ideal for professional stock. Service for restaurants, pizzerias, delicatessens, hotels, Italian grocery stores and private customers passionate about Italian cuisine.
Who it is for
Designed for restaurateurs, chefs, pizza makers, gastronomies and catering operators who want a ready-to-use, stone-free table olive of consistent quality, with no waste and a long shelf life.
