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How to Use Italian Ingredients

Simple Tips and Ideas for Cooking with Italian Pantry Staples

Cooking with Italian ingredients is easier than you think. Whether you’re new to Italian pantry staples or looking to deepen your culinary skills, this collection of tips will guide you through using authentic products like extra virgin olive oil, San Marzano tomatoes, anchovies, and more. Each tip comes from our experience in the trattoria kitchen, helping you bring genuine Italian flavours to your home cooking.

You can find all the ingredients on our shelves and online shop.
Also, be sure to share your creations with us — tag us on our Instagram page and show off your Mediterranean-inspired dishes!

Buon appetito from the Mediterranean Foods Team!

Explore our collection of Italian recipes and tips to help you create delicious meals with ease. All of these Italian recipes are the same ones we use in our Trattoria, bringing authentic flavours straight to your kitchen. From traditional pasta dishes to modern Mediterranean creations, you’ll find everything you need to impress family and friends. Plus, our expert tips will guide you every step of the way. If you need additional guidance, our chefs are available to offer personalised advice.

Discover new favourites with our Italian recipes and tips, and enjoy the tastes of our restaurant from the comfort of your home.

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WELLINGTON

TRATTORIA + PIZZERIA + SHOP + DELI

42 Constable Street
Newtown, Wellington

Trattoria Hours:
Dinner: Daily 5pm – 8.30pm
Lunch + brunch: Friday – Sunday 11am – 3pm
Cafe + Cabinet Selection: Daily from 9am (please note kitchen is closed for lunch from Monday to Thursday) 

Shop + Deli Hours:
Monday – Sunday, 9am – 8pm

CHRISTCHURCH

TRATTORIA + PIZZERIA + SHOP + DELI

322 Tuam Street
Christchurch

Trattoria Hours:
Lunch:
Monday – Thursday 10.30am – 2.30pm
Friday – Sunday 10.30am – 3pm
Dinner: Fridays only 4.30pm – 8.30pm
Cafe’ + Brunch: daily 8.30am – 11am
(please note Trattoria open from 10am on Sundays)

Shop + Deli Hours:
Monday – Thursday & Saturday, 8.30am – 5pm
Friday, 8.30am – 8.30pm
Sunday, 10am – 4pm

RIVERSIDE FARMERS MARKET, CHRISTCHURCH

SHOP + DELI

2/96 Oxford Tce
Riverside Market, Christchurch

Shop & Deli Hours:
Monday – Friday, 10am – 6pm
Saturday, 9am – 6pm
Sunday, 10am – 5pm

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