Capitelli: the excellence of Italian cured meats
Capitelli: a story of passion and tradition
Capitelli is a name that evokes the tradition and quality of Italian delicatessen. Born from a passion for Italian culinary tradition, the Capitelli company has established itself in the national gastronomic panorama as a synonym for quality and authentic taste.
For over 40 years, the company has been dedicated to the production of artisanal cured meats, carefully selecting the best raw materials and following traditional processes.
Each Capitelli product is the result of a careful and meticulous process, which starts from the choice of meats and arrives at the perfect seasoning.
Let's discover the best Italian hams - and award-winning ones - from the Capitelli company, which you can find in our online butcher shop.
Cotto San Giovanni: the king of cooked hams
San Giovanni cooked ham is the flagship of Capitelli production. Capitelli's San Giovanni cooked ham was awarded the prestigious title of "Best Cooked Ham in Italy" in 2023 by the Salumi d'Italia Guide.
An award that rewards the exceptional quality of this product, obtained from selected and hand-worked thighs. The processing involves a careful infusion of herbs and spices, a delicate massage and slow and patient cooking.
Why is it so special?
- Excellent raw material : only the best pork legs, directly selected, are used for the production of San Giovanni.
- Handcrafted : Each piece is handcrafted, massaged with herbs and spices, wrapped in burlap and slow cooked, each leg becomes a work of culinary art.
- Unique taste : the result is a cooked ham with an intense and aromatic flavour, with a soft and delicate consistency, perfect to enjoy alone or combined with cheeses and bread.
- Awards : This cooked ham has received numerous awards, including the title of "Best Cooked Ham in Italy" in 2023 and for the third consecutive year, with the Top Italian Food 2024 stamp from Gambero Rosso.
A recipe to try? Meat and egg meatballs recipe .
Mortadella Capitelli: a traditional classic
Mortadella Capitelli is a tribute to the Bolognese tradition and made with high quality pork, pepper and enriched with pistachio cubes, this mortadella stands out for its fine grain and delicate flavor.
The fine grain, delicate flavour and unmistakable aroma make it perfect for any occasion: for an aperitif, a sandwich or a mixed platter, in short, a pleasure for the palate.
Why is it so special?
- Selected ingredients : only high quality pork and pistachio cubes for a unique taste.
- Versatility : ideal for an aperitif, a sandwich or a mixed platter, Capitelli mortadella is a pleasure for the palate.
- Awards : This mortadella is the best artisanal mortadella according to the Gambero Rosso “Best artisanal mortadellas” ranking.
Any recipes to try? Mortadella: tasty combinations and recipes .
Giovanna: the cooked bacon with a rich heart
Giovanna cooked bacon is a product with an intense and enveloping flavor. Made with two large bellies of heavy Padano pork, this bacon is flavored with spices and aromatic herbs and cooked slowly to give a rich and enveloping flavor.
The light smoking, spices and aromatic herbs used give Giovanna a sweet and aromatic note that makes it irresistible.
Why is it so special?
- An artisanal process : the bacon is hand-massaged, sewn and carefully tied before being slowly cooked.
- An intense flavour : the rich, sweet flavour of the bacon, the slight hint of smoke and the softness make it an irresistible product.
A recipe to try? Wrong carbonara with cream and bacon .
Nino: the cooked bow for a unique experience
The cooked Nino di Capitelli ham is a premium product, a top-quality cooked ham in a mini format and obtained from selected and hand-worked thighs.
The process involves an infusion of herbs and spices, a delicate massage - which lasts several days - and slow and patient cooking. The result is a cooked flake with an intense and aromatic flavor, with a soft and delicate texture.
Why is it so special?
- An artisanal process : care and patience to ensure a calibrated infusion of spices. Cooking lasts a whole day.
- An intense flavour : the aromatic and intense flavour and the soft consistency make it an irresistible product.
Any recipes to try? Ham and cheese rolls recipe and ham and courgette lasagna .
Why choose Capitelli cured meats?
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Discover all the Capitelli products in our Cured Meats and Sausages section and let yourself be won over by the authentic taste of Capitelli cured meats.
