Bella Contadina Kalamata Olives in Brine

Distinctive Kalamata table olives preserved in brine, bringing rich, savoury Mediterranean character to salads, antipasti, mezze and everyday entertaining.

Description

Bella Contadina Kalamata Olives in Brine are Kalamata table olives preserved in brine and packed in a convenient 314ml glass jar, with a drained weight of 180g.

Bella Contadina describes olives as one of the Mediterranean’s most flavourful cultivated fruits. The company states that its olives come from specially selected cultivars located in Puglia, where the sun, wind and soil contribute to their distinctive fragrance and intensity of flavour.

Official Product Highlights

• Kalamata table olives
• Preserved in brine
• Olives from specially selected cultivars located in Puglia
• Presented in a glass jar
• 314ml jar format
• 180g drained weight
• 12 jars per case

BBPH Serving Suggestions

• Serve as part of an antipasti, aperitivo or Mediterranean mezze selection.
• Add to Greek and Mediterranean-style salads.
• Combine with feta, tomatoes, cucumber, oregano and extra-virgin olive oil.
• Use as a finishing ingredient for pizzas, focaccia and flatbreads.
• Add to pasta dishes, grain bowls and roasted vegetables.
• Serve alongside grilled lamb, chicken, fish or seafood.
• Chop and incorporate into tapenade, sauces and savoury fillings.

These are Barrels & Beyond PH serving suggestions and are supplemental to the official product information provided by Bella Contadina.

BBPH Pairing Suggestions

• Feta and other brined cheeses
• Aged pecorino
• Burrata and fresh mozzarella
• Prosciutto and other cured meats
• Tomatoes, cucumber and roasted peppers
• Artichokes and other preserved vegetables
• Lemon, garlic, oregano and thyme
• Grilled lamb, fish and seafood
• Focaccia and rustic breads

These pairings are suggested by Barrels & Beyond PH and are not presented as official Bella Contadina recommendations.

Technical Information

• Brand: Bella Contadina
• Official Product Name: Kalamata Olives in Brine
• Italian Product Name: Olive Kalamata in Salamoia
• Product Code: A01065
• Product Category: Table olives
• Olive Type: Kalamata olives
• Preparation: Preserved in brine
• Packaging: Glass jar
• Jar Format: 314ml
• Drained Weight: 180g
• Units per Case: 12 jars
• Producer: Cirillo Group S.p.A.

About Bella Contadina

Bella Contadina is an Italian food brand produced by Cirillo Group S.p.A. Drawing on the rural culinary traditions of Puglia, the company produces table olives and a broad selection of preserved Italian food specialities.

Bella Contadina places particular emphasis on ingredient quality and careful processing throughout every stage of production. The company holds IFS and BRC Food certifications and presents its products as an expression of the culinary traditions and agricultural character of Puglia.